Friday, 29 August 2026 • Draw Time: 6:00 PM
Punjab Lottery Rakhi Bumper 2026 Result 29.08.26
The balloting machinery is rolling out live in Punjab today as the state officially announces the Punjab Lottery Rakhi Bumper 2026 Result. Featuring a guaranteed ₹7 Crore top jackpot and an aggregate prize fund of ₹20.17 Crore, here is your definitive, instant verification dossier.
The annual Rakhi Bumper scheme (ਪੰਜਾਬ ਸਟੇਟ ਡੀਅਰ ਰਾਖੀ ਬੰਪਰ) administered by the Directorate of Small Savings, Banking and Lotteries, Government of Punjab, is among the most transparent state lotteries in India. As thousands of ticket buyers across the country cross-check their numbers today, 29 August 2026 (29.08.26), this bulletin delivers structured draw metrics, complete prize charts, and an essential verification checklist.
Key Draw Parameters at a Glance for Punjab Lottery Rakhi Bumper 2026 Draw
- Scheme Name: Punjab State Dear Rakhi Bumper 2026 (Series A & Series B)
- Official Draw Date: Friday, 29 August 2026 (29.08.26)
- Draw Starting Time: 6:00 PM IST
- Ticket Price (MRP): ₹500/- per ticket
- Total Tickets Issued: 14 Lakh Tickets (Numbered 300000 to 999999 each in Series A and Series B)
- First Prize Jackpot: ₹7,00,00,000 (Guaranteed drawn from sold tickets only)
- Total Prize Allocation: ₹20,17,70,000 across 74,214 winning positions
- Official Live Broadcast: Direct live feed at
www.punjablotteries.com/livedraw
How the ₹7 Crore Sold-Ticket Guarantee Works in Rakhi Bumper 2026
Under Clause 3 of the official Punjab Government notification, the 1st prize is guaranteed to be drawn strictly from sold tickets. This ensures that the ₹7 Crore grand prize is awarded exclusively to an active buyer rather than getting assigned to unsold distributor stock.
The total circulation consists of 14,00,000 tickets divided evenly into Series A and Series B. While the 1st prize is drawn from verified sales data, ranks 2 through 9 are selected from the entire serial range (300000 to 999999) under the direct supervision of government-appointed judges.
Complete Prize Tier & Incentive Breakdown for Punjab Lottery Rakhi Bumper 2026 Draw
The official payout matrix rewards both winning ticket holders and the authorized distribution network across Punjab:
| Rank | Winners | Winner Prize (₹) | Seller Bonus (₹) | Sub-Stockist (₹) | Total Payout (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Prize | 1 | ₹7,00,00,000 | ₹50,00,000 | ₹10,00,000 | ₹7,60,00,000 |
| 2nd Prize | 1 | ₹50,00,000 | ₹3,00,000 | ₹2,00,000 | ₹55,00,000 |
| 3rd Prize | 4 | ₹20,00,000 each | ₹2,00,000 each | ₹1,00,000 each | ₹92,00,000 |
| 4th Prize | 4 | ₹10,00,000 each | ₹1,00,000 each | ₹50,000 each | ₹46,00,000 |
| 5th Prize | 4 | ₹5,00,000 each | ₹50,000 each | ₹10,000 each | ₹22,40,000 |
| 6th Prize | 1,400 | ₹9,000 each | ₹900 each | ₹100 each | ₹1,40,00,000 |
| 7th Prize | 1,400 | ₹5,00,000 each | ₹500 each | ₹100 each | ₹78,40,000 |
| 8th Prize | 1,400 | ₹3,000 each | ₹300 each | ₹50 each | ₹46,90,000 |
| 9th Prize | 70,000 | ₹1,000 each | ₹100 each | ₹10 each | ₹7,77,00,000 |
| Total Pool | 74,214 | Combined Winner + Agent Allocation | ₹20,17,70,000 | ||
*In accordance with Rule 11, each ticket is eligible for only one prize—specifically the highest drawn prize value.
Essential Verification Checklist for Rakhi Ticket Holders
Follow this step-by-step checklist when checking the Punjab Lottery Rakhi Bumper 2026 Result to ensure complete accuracy:
- ☑ Step 1: Identify Series & Serial: Check whether your ticket is marked Series A or Series B and confirm your 6-digit number (300000 to 999999).
- ☑ Step 2: Full Sequence Matching: High-tier ranks (1st to 5th prize) require matching both the specific series letter and the full 6-digit number.
- ☑ Step 3: Digits Matching (Ranks 6 to 9): Lower prize tiers are selected based on matching trailing combinations across all series.
- ☑ Step 4: Official Gazette Cross-Check: Validate your winning ticket number against the official Punjab State Government Gazette notification published post-draw.
- ☑ Step 5: Physical Preservation: Keep your winning ticket in a safe, dry place. Disqualified tickets include torn, forged, or mutilated tickets under Rule 8.
Important Statutory Claim Rules & Disbursal Guidelines for Rakhi Lottery
Winners confirming their numbers in the Punjab Lottery Rakhi Bumper 2026 Result must follow state-mandated legal procedures:
- Prizes Up to ₹10,000: Can be disbursed directly by authorized lottery sellers, sub-agents, or distributors within 30 days of the draw notification.
- Prizes Exceeding ₹10,000: High-value claims must be submitted to the Directorate of Small Savings, Banking and Lotteries, Punjab, Vit Te Yojana Bhawan, Plot No. 2B, Sector-33A, Chandigarh. Submissions are accepted in person or through a Nationalised Bank via registered/insured post.
- Mandatory Claim File Documents:
- Original physical winning ticket signed on the reverse side.
- Official state lottery claim application form.
- Self-attested government identity proofs (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, or Passport).
- Four passport-sized photographs certified by a Bank Manager or Gazetted Officer.
- Cancelled cheque or copy of bank passbook displaying active bank details and IFSC code.
- Strict 30-Day Legal Deadline: Prize claims must reach the Directorate within 30 days from the publication date of the Punjab Lottery Rakhi Bumper 2026 Result in the Punjab State Government Gazette. Claims received after 30 days stand extinguished under state regulations.
- Tax Deductions at Source (TDS): Applicable tax (30% under Section 194B plus surcharge/cess) will be deducted before net disbursal. Payouts to winners residing abroad are remitted strictly in Indian Currency (INR).
- Legal Jurisdiction: All disputes and legal matters concerning the official draw fall exclusively under the jurisdiction of the courts in Chandigarh.
