How to Claim Kerala Lottery Prize
How to collect your Kerala lottery winnings
Where to claim
Up to ₹5,000
Any authorised lottery agent or retailer
Anytime
₹5,001 to ₹1 Lakh
Any District Lottery Office in Kerala
Within 30 days of draw
Above ₹1 Lakh
Directorate of Kerala State Lotteries, Thiruvananthapuram
Within 30 days of draw
Steps to claim
Verify your ticket
Check your ticket number against the official Kerala Government Gazette notification published by the Lotteries Department.
Sign the back of your ticket
Sign the back of the winning ticket immediately. Do not let anyone else sign it.
Keep your ticket safe
Store the ticket in a safe, dry place. Damaged or tampered tickets may not be accepted.
Visit the right office
Go to the appropriate office based on your prize amount (see tiers above). Carry all required documents.
Fill the claim form
Complete the prize claim form at the office. For prizes above ₹1 Lakh, TDS will be deducted before payment.
Collect your prize
Prizes up to ₹1 Lakh are paid in cash. Higher amounts are paid by cheque or bank transfer.
Documents needed
Original winning lottery ticket
Government-issued photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Passport or Driving Licence)
PAN card (mandatory for prizes above ₹10,000)
Bank account details for prizes paid by transfer
Completed claim form (available at lottery offices)
Important
Always verify your ticket against the official Kerala Government Gazette before visiting any office. Nokkda results are for reference only.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I claim a Kerala lottery prize?
Prizes up to Rs 5,000 can be claimed from any authorised lottery agent or retailer. Amounts from Rs 5,001 to Rs 1 Lakh are paid at any District Lottery Office in Kerala, and prizes above Rs 1 Lakh are claimed at the Directorate of Kerala State Lotteries in Thiruvananthapuram.
How long do I have to claim a Kerala lottery prize?
For prizes above Rs 5,000 you must submit your claim within 30 days of the draw date. Small prizes up to Rs 5,000 can be collected anytime from an authorised agent.
What documents are needed to claim a Kerala lottery prize?
You need the original winning ticket, a government-issued photo ID such as Aadhaar, Voter ID, Passport or Driving Licence, and your bank account details for transfers. A PAN card is mandatory for prizes above Rs 10,000.
Is tax deducted from Kerala lottery winnings?
Yes. For prizes above Rs 1 Lakh, TDS is deducted at the office before the prize amount is paid out to you.
How should I protect my winning ticket before claiming?
Sign the back of the winning ticket immediately and store it in a safe, dry place. Damaged or tampered tickets may not be accepted, so always verify your number against the official Kerala Government Gazette before visiting any office.