Today’s Kerala Lottery Dhanalekshmi DL-66 draw has a first reward of Rs 1 crore. Verify the claim procedure, winning numbers, prize structure, and draw timing.
Today, Wednesday, August 19, 2026, the Dhanalekshmi DL-66 weekly lottery draw will be held by the Kerala State Lotteries Department. The draw will start at 3 p.m. at Thiruvananthapuram’s Gorky Bhavan, which is close to Bakery Junction. The second and third awards are valued at Rs 30 lakh and Rs 5 lakh, respectively, while the first prize is worth Rs 1 crore.
Authorised lottery agents and vendors throughout Kerala sell the Dhanalekshmi lottery ticket, which costs Rs 50. After the draw, the official results are anticipated to be released. Before making any claims, participants are urged to compare their ticket numbers to the official results.
Kerala Lottery Dhanalekshmi DL-66 prize details
The DL-66 draw has multiple prize categories, offering rewards ranging from Rs 100 to Rs 1 crore. The first 3 prizes are common to all series, while several lower-tier prizes are determined using the last 4 digits of the winning ticket numbers.
PRIZE AMOUNT DETAILS
1st Prize Rs 1 crore Common to all series
2nd Prize Rs 30 lakh Common to all series
3rd Prize Rs 5 lakh Common to all series
4th Prize Rs 5,000 Last 4 digits, drawn 19 times
5th Prize Rs 2,000 Last 4 digits, drawn 6 times
6th Prize Rs 1,000 Last 4 digits, drawn 25 times
7th Prize Rs 500 Last 4 digits, drawn 76 times
8th Prize Rs 200 Last 4 digits, drawn 96 times
9th Prize Rs 100 Last 4 digits, drawn 138 times
Consolation Prize Rs 5,000 Other series for the first prize
The lower prize categories provide thousands of winning opportunities. According to the supplied prize details, up to 21,600 tickets can receive Rs 5,000 under the fourth prize, while as many as 6,480 tickets can receive Rs 2,000 under the fifth prize. The sixth, seventh, eighth and ninth categories have maximum winner counts of 32,400, 82,800, 103,680 and 149,040, respectively.
Dhanalekshmi DL-66 draw time and result details
The Dhanalekshmi weekly lottery is conducted every Wednesday. For DL-66, the draw is scheduled for 3 p.m. on August 19 at Gorky Bhavan, near Bakery Junction, Thiruvananthapuram. Results are generally made available after the draw through official lottery channels and other authorised publications.
Participants should check the exact ticket number, series and prize category before proceeding with a claim. Results should preferably be verified through the Kerala State Lotteries Department’s official channels rather than relying solely on social media posts or unofficial websites.
The Dhanalekshmi lottery is one of Kerala’s weekly lottery schemes. Other weekly draws include Sthree Sakthi, Karunya, Karunya Plus, Suvarna Keralam, Samrudhi and Bhagyathara. The department also conducts bumper l…
How to claim the Kerala Dhanalekshmi lottery prize
Winners must follow the prescribed procedure and submit their tickets within 30 days of the draw date. The claim process depends on the value of the prize.
- Submit the winning ticket within 30 days of the draw.
- For prizes of up to Rs 1 lakh, approach the relevant District Lottery Office.
- For prizes above Rs 1 lakh, submit the ticket to the Director of State Lotteries.
- Sign the reverse of the winning ticket and provide a self-attested copy of both sides.
- Submit 2 passport-size photographs attested by a Gazetted Officer or notary.
- Provide a self-attested copy of the PAN card and other required documents.
- Add guardianship documents for a minor winner or joint-declaration documents where applicable.
Lottery winnings are subject to applicable taxes and deductions. Winners should check the latest official instructions before submitting a claim.
The Kerala lottery system operates under the Lotteries (Regulation) Act, 1998. The department distributes tickets through licensed agents and vendors and conducts weekly and bumper draws as part of the state-run lottery programme.
Revenue generated through the lottery system supports various state activities and welfare initiatives, including programmes associated with medical assistance. The system also provides employment through its network of agents, sellers and other workers.
For today’s Dhanalekshmi DL-66 draw, participants should retain their original tickets safely and verify the winning numbers only through reliable sources. A winning ticket must be surrendered within the prescribed 30-day period to become eligible for the prize claim.
