This paper investigates the relationship between corruption and economic growth while controlling for population and social development. Using panel data from six South Asian countries: Pakistan, India, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Bangladesh, over a period of 26 years from 1996 to 2021, the study employs regression analysis to examine the impact of corruption on the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per capita. The results reveal that corruption has a negative effect on GDP, even after controlling for population and social development. However, the study also finds that without controlling for countries, corruption can have a positive effect on GDP, due to a variety of factors. The study concludes that reducing corruption is essential for promoting economic growth.