Economy, Banking and Finance · 21 April 2026

SBI Research projects India GDP growth between 6.8% and 7.1% for FY27

Exam-focused facts from the 21 April 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

  • SBI Research projects India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth between 6.8% and 7.1% for FY27.
  • India's growth for FY26 is estimated at 7.6%.
  • For FY27, inflation is projected to average 4.5% and the fiscal deficit is estimated between 4.5% and 4.6%.
  • The report identifies the International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) GIFT City as a stable global financial destination.
  • Indian airports may emerge as alternative transit hubs due to airspace risks over parts of the Middle East and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
  • The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is expected to maintain its current monetary policy status quo.