India, Jan. 20 -- The Union Budget, or Annual Financial Statement that reflects the Government of India's blueprint for the upcoming fiscal year, is set to be presented to the parliament on Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 11am.

It is for the first time in history that the budget will be presented on a Sunday, adhering to the February 1 tradition set over the past few years.

According to a media briefing, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla confirmed the date and time of presenting the budget for the fiscal year 2026-27.

Beginning with President Droupadi Murmu's address, the first phase of the budget session will begin on January 28 and conclude on February 13, which will be followed by a recess and a second phase thereafter, Union Parliamentary Aff...