Step-by-Step Guide: How to Claim Bodoland Lottery Prize Money Safely

Finding your ticket number in the winner list is the happiest moment! But winning is just the first step. The most important part is getting that prize money into your bank account safely.

Many people make small mistakes—like folding the ticket or waiting too long—and lose their prize. Don’t worry! In this guide, we explain the complete process of claiming your Bodoland Lottery winnings, whether it is ₹100 or ₹1 Lakh.

⚠️ The Golden Rule: The 30-Day Deadline

Before we start, remember this: A winning ticket is valid only for 30 days.
From the moment the result is declared on our Today Result page, the clock starts ticking. You must submit your claim within this period. If you are late, the government can reject your ticket.

Step 1: Keep Your Ticket Safe

Your ticket is the only proof that you are the winner.

• Do not fold it too much.
• Do not tear or stain it.
• Sign on the back: Immediately write your name and signature on the back side of the ticket. This prevents anyone else from claiming it if you lose it.

Step 2: Where to Go? (Depends on Amount)

The claiming process depends on how much you have won.

A) For Small Prizes (Up to ₹10,000)
If you won a 4th, 5th, or 6th prize (₹50 to ₹200), you don’t need to do any paperwork.

• Visit the lottery agent or shop where you bought the ticket.
• Show them the result PDF.
• Hand over the ticket, and they will give you cash instantly.

B) For Big Prizes (Above ₹10,000)
If you won the 1st Prize (₹1 Lakh) or 2nd Prize (₹7,000), the shopkeeper cannot pay you. You must claim it directly from the Director of Bodoland State Lotteries.

Step 3: Documents Required for Big Claims

To claim big amounts, you need to prove your identity. Keep these documents ready:

1. Original Ticket: (Intact and not damaged).
2. Claim Form: You can get this from the lottery office or their official website.
3. Passport Size Photos: Usually 3 recent photos.
4. Identity Proof: Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or PAN Card.
5. Bank Details: A cancelled cheque or the first page of your bank passbook (to transfer the money).

Step 4: Submitting the Claim

You need to submit the Claim Form along with the documents to the Bodoland Lottery Office (usually located in Kokrajhar or Guwahati).
Once submitted, the officers will verify your ticket with their internal records to ensure it is genuine.

Step 5: Tax Deductions (TDS)

This is important to know. If your winning amount is above ₹10,000, the government deducts 30% TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) plus surcharges.

• Example: If you win ₹1,00,000, you will not get the full cash. After tax, you will receive approximately ₹69,000 to ₹70,000 in your bank account.

Conclusion

Winning a lottery is a stroke of luck, but claiming it requires care. Always double-check your numbers on our Yesterday Result Archive before throwing any ticket away.

Follow these steps, keep your documents ready, and enjoy your winnings!