The Nagaland State Lottery (also known as the “Dear Lottery”) is one of the most popular lotteries in India, primarily because of its affordable ticket price (₹6) and massive rewards. But have you ever wondered how the prize money is actually distributed? It’s not just about the ₹1 Crore jackpot; there are thousands of smaller prizes won every single day.
This guide breaks down the Nagaland State Lottery prize structure details, explaining exactly how much you can win in the 1 PM, 6 PM, and 8 PM draws.
🕒 The Three Daily Draws
Nagaland State Lottery conducts three major draws every day. Each draw has a unique name depending on the day of the week (e.g., Dear Morning, Dear Day, Dear Evening), but the prize structure remains the same for all three.
- Morning Draw (1:00 PM): Often called “Dear Morning” (e.g., Dear Ganga, Dear Teesta).
- Day Draw (6:00 PM): Often called “Dear Day” (e.g., Dear Sun, Dear Moon).
- Evening Draw (8:00 PM): The most popular “Dear Evening” draw (e.g., Dear Flamingo, Dear Ostrich).
🏆 Detailed Prize Breakdown (Rank-wise)
Every ticket costs ₹6, and millions of tickets are sold daily across different series (like A, B, C, D, E, G, H, J, K, L). Here is the standard prize structure for the daily weekly lotteries:
| Prize Rank | Prize Amount | Winners per Draw | Total Winners (Daily) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Prize | ₹1 Crore | 1 | 3 (1 per draw) |
| Consolation | ₹1,000 | ~600 | ~1,800 |
| 2nd Prize | ₹9,000 | ~6,000 | ~18,000 |
| 3rd Prize | ₹450 | ~60,000 | ~1,80,000 |
| 4th Prize | ₹250 | ~60,000 | ~1,80,000 |
| 5th Prize | ₹120 | ~6,00,000 | ~18,00,000 |
(Note: The number of winners is approximate and depends on total ticket sales and series printed.)
🥇 1st Prize: The Jackpot (₹1 Crore)
This is the life-changing prize. Only one ticket number across all series wins this amount in each draw.
- Winner receives: ₹1 Crore (minus 30% TDS + Surcharge).
- Seller reward: The agent who sold the winning ticket also gets a substantial commission (usually ₹5 Lakhs).
🥈 Consolation Prize (₹1,000)
This prize is often misunderstood. It is given to tickets that have the same winning number as the 1st Prize winner but in the remaining series.
- Example: If ticket 85A 12345 wins 1st Prize, then ticket numbers 85B 12345, 85C 12345, etc., win the consolation prize of ₹1,000.
🥉 2nd to 5th Prizes
These prizes are determined by the last 4 digits of your ticket number.
- 2nd Prize (₹9,000): Matches drawn numbers.
- 5th Prize (₹120): This is the most common prize. It ensures that a large number of players get at least 20x their ticket value back.
📊 Why Does the Prize Amount Vary?
While the standard daily draws (1 PM, 6 PM, 8 PM) follow the structure above, you might see advertisements for “Bumper” lotteries with higher prizes.
- Bumper Lotteries: Conducted during festivals (Diwali, Holi, New Year). Ticket prices are higher (₹100, ₹200, or ₹500), but the 1st Prize can go up to ₹2.5 Crores or ₹5 Crores.
- Unsold Tickets: If a winning number belongs to an unsold ticket, that prize is not given out. It goes back to the government revenue.
🎲 Responsible Play
Lotteries are a game of chance. The probability of winning the 1st Prize is roughly 1 in several crores.
- Never borrow money to buy tickets.
- Treat it as entertainment, not an investment or a way to earn a salary.
- Set a limit (e.g., only ₹30 per week) and stick to it.
Conclusion
Understanding the Nagaland State Lottery prize structure helps you manage expectations. While everyone dreams of the ₹1 Crore jackpot, thousands of people daily win smaller amounts like ₹9,000 or ₹450. Always check your results carefully—sometimes you might miss a small prize while looking for the big one!
Play responsibly, and good luck! 🍀
