How to Claim Prize Money: Nagaland vs West Bengal

Winning is the hard part, but claiming your prize shouldn't be. Depending on the amount you won and where you are located, the process differs significantly.

Small Prizes (Below ₹10,000)

If you won a 5th Prize (₹120), 4th Prize (₹250), or 3rd Prize (₹450), the process is simple:

• Visit the retailer or agent where you bought the ticket.
• They will verify the ticket visually.
• They will pay you cash instantly (sometimes deducting a small commission).

Big Prizes (Above ₹10,000)

For prizes like ₹9,000 (2nd Prize) or the ₹1 Crore Bumper, you cannot claim cash from a shop. You must go through the official legal channel.

Required Documents

1. Original Ticket: Signed on the back with your name and address. Do not fold or staple the barcode area.
2. Claim Form: Downloadable from the official state lottery website.
3. Affidavit: From a 1st Class Magistrate or Notary Public attesting your ownership.
4. ID Proof: PAN Card (Mandatory) and Aadhaar Card.
5. Bank Details: A cancelled cheque or passbook front page copy.
6. Photos: 3-4 recent passport-sized photographs.

Submission Locations

For Nagaland Draws (Dear)

You must send your documents to:

For West Bengal Draws

If you are in West Bengal, you can often submit claims at the regional office:

Time Limit

Strictly adhere to the 30-Day Rule. You must initiate your claim within 30 days of the result declaration. Delays can lead to disqualification.