Rishabh Pant Tops Uttarakhand’s Individual Taxpayer List With Record INR 23.84 Crore Contribution
Rishabh Pant is Uttarakhand's highest individual taxpayer for FY 2025-26, contributing a record INR 23.84 crore. The Indian wicketkeeper-batsman's payment more than doubled from his previous year's tax of INR 10.5 crore. His significant income sources include a BCCI contract, a record-breaking INR 27 crore IPL salary with Lucknow Super Giants (making him.
Indian cricket sensation Rishabh Pant has cemented his status as a financial heavyweight off the field, emerging as Uttarakhand's highest individual income taxpayer for the second consecutive financial year. The flamboyant wicketkeeper-batsman paid a substantial sum of INR 23.84 crore in income tax for FY 2025-26, a figure more than double his contribution from the previous year. Viral Pic Shows Ishan Kishan Returns to RBI Patna Duties Amid Cricket Break.
A Record-Breaking Contribution
The revelation came during celebrations for Income Tax Day, held annually on July 24, where the Income Tax Department lauded significant taxpayers from the state. Pant's impressive tax payment of ₹23.84 crore for the 2025-26 financial year positions him firmly at the top of individual contributors in Uttarakhand.
This marks a significant jump from his tax payment in the previous financial year (FY 2024-25), where he had deposited approximately ₹10.5 crore, also securing the top individual taxpayer spot in the state.
Sources of Substantial Income
Pant, a native of Roorkee in Uttarakhand's Haridwar district, boasts a diverse portfolio of income streams contributing to his considerable earnings.
BCCI Central Contract: As a key player for the Indian national team, Pant receives a lucrative central contract from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
IPL Salary: The dynamic cricketer is also a high-earner in the Indian Premier League (IPL). For the IPL 2025 season, Pant secured a record-breaking INR 27 crore deal with the Lucknow Super Giants, making him the most expensive player in IPL history.
Match Fees: His participation in international matches across formats further adds to his income.
Commercial Endorsements: Pant is a popular figure in the advertising world, endorsing numerous brands, which contributes significantly to his overall earnings.
While his IPL salary of INR 27 crore for the 2025 season is substantial, it's important to note that after various deductions including base tax, surcharge, cess, and agent fees, his take-home amount is estimated to be over INR 17 crore. This highlights the magnitude of his overall income across all sources to reach such a high tax bracket. Viral Video Shows MS Dhoni Riding Superbike at Madras International Circuit.
Impact and Recognition
The Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, Uttarakhand, officially shared these figures during the Income Tax Day event, acknowledging Pant's consistent and honest contributions to the state's revenue. His journey from Roorkee to international stardom and now as a leading taxpayer serves as an inspiration, underscoring the financial success attainable through a distinguished sporting career and shrewd financial management.
Pant's achievement not only highlights his personal financial success but also his significant role in contributing to the economic growth of Uttarakhand. His consistent ranking as the top individual taxpayer underscores his substantial earnings from a multi-faceted career both on and off the cricket field.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Aug 05, 2026 10:30 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
