Nagaland State Lottery
Nagaland State Lottery is one of the oldest government-run lottery systems in India. The state government has been conducting lotteries for several decades, and it remains one of the few states where lottery is legal and regulated.
The most popular lottery under Nagaland State Lotteries is Dear Lottery, which has three draws every single day. Learn how to play Dear Lottery step-by-step.
About Nagaland State Lotteries
Key Information
- Regulatory Authority: Directorate of Nagaland State Lotteries
- Operating Department: Department of Excise and Taxation, Nagaland
- Legal Status: Legal under The Lotteries (Regulation) Act, 1998
- Primary Brand: Dear Lottery (daily draws)
- Draw Frequency: Three times daily at 1 PM, 6 PM, and 8 PM
- Ticket Price: ₹6 per ticket (standard series)
History of Nagaland State Lottery
Nagaland was one of the first states in India to start a government lottery. The lottery system was introduced to generate revenue for state development projects and welfare programs.
Over the years, the lottery has evolved from weekly draws to the current system of multiple daily draws. Today, Dear Lottery is sold across India through a network of authorized dealers.
Why Nagaland Lottery is Trusted
There are good reasons why many people prefer Nagaland State Lottery over other options:
- Government Operation: Directly run by the state government, not private companies
- Legal Framework: Operates under central and state lottery laws
- Transparent Draws: Results are published publicly and can be verified from multiple sources
- Long Track Record: Decades of continuous operation without major issues
- Regulated Dealers: Only authorized, registered dealers can sell tickets
- Clear Prize Structure: Prize amounts are announced before each draw
Dear Lottery Series
Dear Lottery is the daily lottery series under Nagaland State Lotteries. Each draw has a different series name that changes by day of the week.
Daily Draw Times
- 1 PM Draw: Morning series (results around 1:25 PM)
- 6 PM Draw: Evening series (results around 6:25 PM)
- 8 PM Draw: Night series (results around 8:25 PM)
Weekly Series Names
| Day | Dear 1 PM Draw | Dear 6 PM Draw | Dear 8 PM Draw |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | Dear Rise | Dear Flame | Dear Clover |
| Tuesday | Dear Shine | Dear Cool | Dear Destiny |
| Wednesday | Dear Spark | Dear Luck | Dear Dream |
| Thursday | Dear Star | Dear Moon | Dear Fame |
| Friday | Dear Victory | Dear Sun | Dear Horizon |
| Saturday | Dear Vision | Dear Wind | Dear Lucky |
| Sunday | Dear Wish | Dear Rain | Dear Magic |
Prize Structure
The standard Dear Lottery (₹6 ticket) has the following prize structure:
| Prize | Amount | Winners Per Draw |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Prize | ₹1 Crore | 1 |
| 2nd Prize | ₹9,000 | 1 |
| 3rd Prize | ₹500 | Multiple |
| 4th Prize | ₹250 | Multiple |
| 5th Prize | ₹120 | Multiple |
| Consolation Prize | ₹1,000 | Selected |
Prize amounts may vary by series. Always check the official result sheet for exact amounts.
How to Participate
For a detailed step-by-step guide, visit our How to Play Dear Lottery page.
Buying Tickets
- Find an authorized dealer (look for official registration certificate)
- Choose your draw time (1 PM, 6 PM, or 8 PM)
- Pay ₹6 per ticket
- Get your printed ticket with your number
- Keep the ticket safe
Checking Results
Results are available from multiple sources:
- Dear Lottery Result Today - Updated daily at 1 PM, 6 PM, and 8 PM
- Official Nagaland State Lottery website
- Lottery Sambad newspaper
- Authorized dealers (printed result sheets)
Claiming Prizes
- Small prizes (up to ₹10,000): Can be claimed at authorized dealers
- Larger prizes: Must be claimed at official claim centers with ID proof
- Required documents: Original ticket, valid ID, PAN card (for prizes over ₹10,000)
Tax on Winnings
Lottery winnings are taxable under Indian Income Tax Act:
- Prizes below ₹10,000: No tax deducted at source
- Prizes ₹10,000 and above: 30% TDS deducted
- Winnings must be declared in your annual tax return
Legal States for Lottery
Lottery is legal in 13 states in India. Nagaland State Lottery can be sold in these states:
- Nagaland
- Sikkim
- West Bengal
- Kerala
- Goa
- Maharashtra
- Punjab
- Assam
- Arunachal Pradesh
- Meghalaya
- Manipur
- Mizoram
- Madhya Pradesh
Safety and Fraud Prevention
Protect yourself from lottery fraud:
- Buy only from authorized dealers with valid registration
- Verify results from official sources, not random websites
- Never pay money to claim a prize (scammers ask for "processing fees")
- Do not share ticket photos online before claiming
- Ignore calls or messages claiming you won if you did not buy a ticket
Responsible Gaming
Lottery is a form of gambling. Play responsibly:
- Only spend money you can afford to lose
- Set a monthly budget and do not go over it
- Never borrow money for lottery tickets
- Lottery is entertainment, not income
- There is no way to predict or guarantee wins
If gambling is causing problems in your life, call the helpline:
1800-599-0019 (Toll-Free, 24/7 Available)
Contact Information
For official Nagaland State Lottery information:
- Department: Directorate of Nagaland State Lotteries
- Location: Kohima, Nagaland
- Website: nagalandlotteries.com (official government site)
For results and updates, visit our homepage.