India, Sept. 24 -- The finance ministry will begin a month-long series of pre-budget meetings from October 12 as part of the preparations for Union Budget 2027-28.

"Pre-budget discussions to finalise RE (Revised Estimate) 2026-27 and BE (Budget Estimate) 2027-28 in respect of the Grants/appropriations will commence with effect from 12.10.2026 under the Chairmanship of Secretary (Expenditure)," a notice by the Budget Division of the ministry said. The notice dated September 23, 2026, circulated to all ministries and departments, has a schedule of meetings with the Department of Expenditure. The schedule has been prepared taking into account various exigencies, and is being circulated well in advance.

Hence, ministries and departments sho...