0.1 About the Economic Survey
0.1.1 The Economic Survey is an annual official document of the Government of India.
0.1.2 It presents the government’s assessment of India’s economic performance.
0.1.3 It is released ahead of the Union Budget every year.

0.2 Economic Survey 2025–26: Tabling and Timing
0.2.1 The Economic Survey 2025–26 was tabled in Parliament by the Union Finance Minister.
0.2.2 It was presented during the Budget Session.
0.2.3 The Survey was tabled on 29 January 2026.

0.3 Nature and Structure of the Document
0.3.1 The Economic Survey is a comprehensive annual review of the Indian economy.
0.3.2 It is data-driven and analytical in nature.
0.3.3 It is published as a two-volume document in most years.

0.4 Institution Responsible for Preparation
0.4.1 The Economic Survey is prepared by the Economic Division.
0.4.2 It functions under the Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance.
0.4.3 It is prepared under the guidance of the Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) to the Government of India.