Kerala State Lottery Official Information 2025

Where can I buy Kerala Lottery tickets?

You can purchase tickets from over 38,000 authorized lottery agents and more than 100,000 retailers across Kerala. Look for agents displaying the official Kerala State Lottery Department seal. Each ticket should have the agent's seal with their name and agency number on the reverse side. Authorized dealers operate throughout Kerala in all 14 districts.

Can I buy Kerala Lottery tickets online?

No. Online sale of Kerala State Lottery tickets to the general public is legally banned. Only physical tickets purchased from authorized agents within Kerala are valid for prize claims. Tickets cannot be legally purchased through websites, apps, or social media. However, registered agents can use the government's LOTIS portal to purchase tickets for their inventory. Buying or selling tickets outside Kerala is a punishable offense under Indian law.

When are Kerala Lottery draws conducted?

All Kerala Lottery draws are conducted at 3:00 PM daily at Gorky Bhavan, Near Bakery Junction, Thiruvananthapuram. Results are published on the official website by 4:30 PM and in the Kerala Government Gazette the same day. Each day of the week features a different lottery scheme.

How do I claim a Kerala Lottery prize?

Winners must claim prizes within 30 days of the draw date. For prizes up to ₹5,000, you can claim from any lottery shop in Kerala. For prizes above ₹5,000, you must surrender your ticket before a bank or government lottery office with ID proofs (PAN card, Aadhar card), photographs, and claim form. For prizes above ₹1 lakh, submit documents to the Director of State Lotteries office. Prizes above ₹10,000 are subject to 30% income tax deduction at source plus applicable surcharge and cess.

How much do Kerala Lottery tickets cost?

Weekly lottery tickets cost ₹30-₹50 per ticket depending on the draw. Bumper lottery tickets range from ₹250 to ₹500 depending on the bumper. The Christmas-New Year Bumper costs ₹400, while the Onam Bumper, which offers the highest prize of ₹25 crore, costs ₹500 per ticket. All ticket prices include 28% GST.

What is the prize payout ratio for Kerala Lottery?

Based on FY 2023-24 financial data and industry estimates, Kerala State Lottery pays out approximately 43% of total revenue (or about 55% of net revenue after GST) as prizes to winners. This means that for every ₹100 in ticket sales, approximately ₹43 is returned as prize money. Agent commissions account for about 10% of gross sales, operational costs approximately 5%, GST 22%, and the remaining 28% goes to the state government for welfare programs including the Karunya medical aid scheme. These are estimates based on reported revenues and standard industry practices.

Are Kerala Lottery prizes taxable?

Yes. Prizes above ₹10,000 are subject to 30% income tax deduction at source (TDS) plus applicable surcharge and cess as per Indian tax laws. Winners receive the net amount after tax deduction. Additionally, agents receive a 10% commission on winning prizes from the prize money before tax calculation. After agent commission, the 30% tax is deducted from the remaining amount. Winners ultimately receive approximately 63% of the gross prize amount.

What is the Kerala Lottery Official app?

The Kerala State Lottery Department offers an official information system called LOTIS (Lottery Information System) primarily for registered agents to manage their inventory. For the general public, results can be checked on the official website www.statelottery.kerala.gov.in. Several third-party websites also publish results, but always verify winning numbers against the official Kerala Government Gazette before claiming any prize.

How does Kerala Lottery compare to other state lotteries?

Kerala State Lottery is by far the most successful state lottery in India, generating ₹12,529 crore in revenue during FY 2023-24. This is over 500 times larger than Maharashtra's lottery revenue (₹24.43 crore) despite Kerala having only about one-third of Maharashtra's population. Kerala's success is attributed to its long-standing reputation for transparency, wide distribution network, attractive prize structures, and daily draws that keep public interest high.