Punjab State Lottery • Festive Bumper Draw 2026
Punjab State Dear Diwali Bumper Lottery 2026
The Punjab State Diwali Bumper Lottery 2026 is the festive bumper draw from Punjab State Lottery, featuring a ₹12 Crore first prize. The draw is scheduled for 16 November 2026 from 6:00 PM onwards.
Important: The 1st Prize will be drawn from sold tickets only. The remaining prizes are drawn from the total tickets in the scheme.
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2026 Diwali Bumper Scheme
Punjab State Dear Diwali Bumper 2026.
1st Prize₹12 Crore
Ticket MRP₹500
Draw Date16 Nov 2026
Draw Time6:00 PM onwards
2026 Prize Highlights
Top Prizes in the Punjab State Diwali Bumper
The Diwali Bumper Lottery 2026 prize structure starts with one ₹12 Crore first prize, followed by three ₹1 Crore second prizes and three ₹50 Lakh third prizes.
1st Prize
₹12 Crore
1 Prize
Drawn from sold tickets only
2nd Prize
₹1 Crore
3 Prizes
₹1,00,00,000 each
3rd Prize
₹50 Lakh
3 Prizes
₹50,00,000 each
Plus 11 Consolation Prizes of ₹10 Lakh each for the remaining series of the first-prize winning number, as provided in the scheme.
Complete Prize Structure
Punjab State Dear Diwali Bumper Lottery 2026 Prize Table
The complete notified prize structure is shown below. On mobile, the same table automatically converts into stacked cards for easier reading.
| Rank | No. of Prizes | Prize for Winner | Prize for Seller | Prize for Sub-Stockist | Total Prize Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | ₹12,00,00,000 | ₹50,00,000 | ₹20,00,000 | ₹12,70,00,000 |
| Consolation | 11 | ₹10,00,000 | ₹1,00,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹1,26,50,000 |
| 2nd | 3 | ₹1,00,00,000 | ₹10,00,000 | ₹2,00,000 | ₹3,36,00,000 |
| 3rd | 3 | ₹50,00,000 | ₹5,00,000 | ₹1,00,000 | ₹1,68,00,000 |
| 4th | 12 | ₹10,00,000 | ₹1,00,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹1,38,00,000 |
| 5th | 12 | ₹5,00,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹67,20,000 |
| 6th | 3,600 | ₹9,000 | ₹900 | ₹100 | ₹3,60,00,000 |
| 7th | 3,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹500 | ₹100 | ₹2,01,60,000 |
| 8th | 3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹300 | ₹50 | ₹1,20,60,000 |
| 9th | 1,80,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹100 | ₹10 | ₹19,98,00,000 |
| Total | 1,90,842 | ₹43,52,00,000 | ₹3,65,20,000 | ₹68,70,000 | ₹47,85,90,000 |
Prize amounts are subject to applicable rules and tax deductions. Winning numbers and claims should always be verified against the official result and Punjab State Government Gazette.
Scheme at a Glance
Punjab State Diwali Bumper 2026 Ticket & Draw Details
The Punjab State Dear Diwali Bumper 2026 is a paper lottery scheme with 36 lakh tickets across twelve named series.
Ticket MRP₹500 inclusive of taxes
Total Tickets36 Lakhs
Total Series12
Ticket Numbering700000 to 999999
Tickets per Series3 Lakhs
Draw Date16 November 2026
Draw Time6:00 PM onwards
Draw VenueCamp Office, Zila Parishad Building, Ludhiana
12 Ticket Series
Aries to Pisces
Each series carries three lakh ticket numbers within the notified range.
How the 1st Prize Rule Works
If the number drawn for the first prize falls in unsold tickets, the draw is repeated until the first prize is drawn from sold tickets.
Important Purchase Information
Can You Buy the Diwali Bumper Lottery 2026 Online?
Searches such as “Diwali Bumper Lottery 2025 online purchase” became popular around the previous draw. For the 2026 scheme, the ticket is a paper lottery ticket and the scheme states that it shall not be sold through an online mode.
01. Original paper ticket matters
The original physical ticket is required for a prize claim.
02. Online sale is not permitted under the scheme
A digital image, screenshot or ticket-number message should not be treated as a replacement for the original paper ticket.
03. Ask about physical ticket availability
Use the contact option to enquire about current stock, permitted selling locations and physical possession of a valid ticket.
Ticket Availability
Looking for the 2026 Diwali Bumper?
Ask about current physical ticket stock and permitted seller availability. No online ticket sale is offered on this page.
Draw Day Guide
How to Check the Punjab State Diwali Bumper Lottery Result
Keep the original ticket safe and compare the complete ticket number and series only after the official result is published.
01
Watch the Draw
The draw is scheduled for 16 November 2026 from 6:00 PM onwards.
02
Check the Result
Match the series and number carefully and verify the result against the Punjab State Government Gazette.
03
Claim Correctly
For prizes above ₹10,000, the prescribed claim should reach the Directorate within 30 days from publication of the result in the Government Gazette.
For Ticket Holders
Prize Claim Essentials
Prize payment is made on production of the original winning ticket.
Prizes above ₹10,000 are claimed through the prescribed process with the Directorate.
The claim period is linked to publication of the result in the Punjab State Government Gazette.
TDS is deducted wherever applicable under the Income Tax Act.
One ticket is entitled to only one prize — the highest prize drawn against it.
Forged, torn, mutilated or tampered tickets are not entertained.
Claim Office
Directorate of Small Savings, Banking & Lotteries, Punjab
Vit Te Yojana Bhawan
Plot No. 2B, Sector 33-A
Chandigarh
Before claiming: Check the official result, protect the original ticket, follow the prescribed claim form and observe the applicable time limit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Punjab State Diwali Bumper Lottery 2026 FAQ
Answers about the ₹500 ticket, ₹12 Crore first prize, draw date, series, online purchase searches, results and claims.
What is the Punjab State Dear Diwali Bumper Lottery 2026?
It is the Punjab State Lottery festive bumper scheme for Diwali 2026. The scheme has 36 lakh paper lottery tickets in 12 series and a total notified prize amount of ₹47,85,90,000.
What is the first prize of the Diwali Bumper Lottery 2026?
The first prize for the winner is ₹12,00,00,000 (₹12 Crore), with one first-prize winning ticket.
Is the ₹12 Crore first prize drawn from sold tickets only?
Yes. The scheme provides that the first prize is drawn from sold tickets only. The remaining prizes are drawn from the total tickets in the scheme.
What is the Punjab State Diwali Bumper 2026 ticket price?
The notified MRP of a single ticket is ₹500, inclusive of taxes.
When is the Punjab State Diwali Bumper 2026 draw?
The draw is scheduled for 16 November 2026 from 6:00 PM onwards. The notified venue is Camp Office, Zila Parishad Building, Ludhiana. The competent authority retains the right to change the date, time or venue.
How many tickets are there in the 2026 Diwali Bumper scheme?
The scheme contains 36 lakh tickets in total, divided equally across 12 series with three lakh tickets in each series.
What are the 12 ticket series?
The series are Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius and Pisces.
What is the ticket number range?
Ticket numbers run from 700000 to 999999, with three lakh ticket numbers in each series.
Can I buy the Diwali Bumper Lottery 2026 online?
No. This is a paper lottery and the scheme states that paper lottery tickets shall not be sold through any online mode. This page provides scheme information and physical ticket availability guidance.
I searched ‘Diwali Bumper Lottery 2025 online purchase.’ Is that draw still available?
No. The 2025 draw belongs to the previous year. This page covers the Punjab State Dear Diwali Bumper Lottery 2026. The 2026 scheme is also a paper lottery and is not to be sold through an online mode.
Where can Punjab State Lottery Diwali Bumper tickets be sold?
The scheme provides for sale through the distributor’s stockist network in Punjab and in other lottery-operating or permitted states in India, subject to applicable rules.
Where can I watch the Diwali Bumper draw?
The Punjab State Lotteries website provides a live draw page. Results should also be checked against the Punjab State Government Gazette.
How long do winners have to submit a claim?
For claims requiring submission to the Directorate, the prescribed claim should reach the office within 30 days from publication of the result in the Punjab State Government Gazette, subject to the applicable rules and notified scheme.
Is TDS deducted from lottery prizes?
Yes. TDS is deducted at source wherever applicable under the Income Tax Act and the rules in force at the time of payment.
Can one ticket win more than one prize?
No. One ticket is entitled to only one prize — the highest prize drawn against that ticket.
What happens if a ticket is damaged or tampered with?
A forged, torn, mutilated or tampered ticket is not entertained for prize payment. Buyers should check the printing and numbering before purchase and keep the original ticket safe.
Punjab State Dear Diwali Bumper 2026
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