KARUNYA PLUS

Draw #KN-553

15:00:00
GORKY BHAVAN, NEAR BAKERY JUNCTION, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM

Total Winners

283

Prize Distributed

₹1.0Cr

Draw Number

KN-553

Prize Categories

8

First Prize Winner

PP999699

PATHANAMTHITTA

Prize Amount

80,00,000

(0.8 Crore)

Second Prize

PW492788

CHITTUR

10,00,000

All Prize Categories

3rd Prize

3
12 winners
Prize Amount1,00,000
PN700223
KOLLAM
PO607866
KANNUR
PP834041
MALAPPURAM
PR633026
IDUKKI
PS661440
CHERTHALA
PT826576
ERNAKULAM
PU876776
VADAKARA
PV921781
VADAKARA
PW372721
KANNUR
PX933707
THRISSUR
PY465168
KOTTAYAM
PZ137244
KOTTAYAM

Cons Prize

4
11 winners
Prize Amount8,000
PN999699
PO999699
PR999699
PS999699
PT999699
PU999699
PV999699
PW999699
PX999699
PY999699
PZ999699

4th Prize

5
18 winners
Prize Amount5,000
0924
1059
2260
2269
2536
3422
3450
3970
4848
4962
5841
6030
6803
6814
7852
8729
8909
9918

5th Prize

6
34 winners
Prize Amount1,000
1036
1065
1476
1855
2082
2508
2653
3076
3462
3506
3590
3748
3857
4056
4175
4355
4434
4876
4894
5110
5536
5619
6198
6236
6602
6898
7246
7307
7707
7710
8004
8140
8758
9927

6th Prize

7
80 winners
Prize Amount500
0079
0198
0302
0359
0442
0673
0766
0927
0972
1027
1046
1152
1289
1597
1660
1701
1734
1815
1845
1883
1985
2028
2067
2093
2157
2160
2233
2620
2768
2783
3101
3106
3488
3726
3727
3832
3923
4000
4070
4232
4305
4705
4939
4960
5018
5050
5244
5371
5397
5494
5578
5877
5924
6245
6540
6679
7006
7083
7285
7354
7590
7628
7872
7911
7934
7978
8061
8179
8262
8499
8546
8680
8801
8859
8977
9068
9219
9593
9653
9909

7th Prize

8
126 winners
Prize Amount100
0007
0055
0121
0205
0290
0316
0340
0492
0532
0604
0609
0612
0641
0675
0708
0729
0756
0797
0851
0874
0914
1001
1041
1337
1363
1369
1391
1406
1484
1498
1506
1544
1779
1877
1946
1969
2022
2291
2364
2380
2417
2462
2470
2555
2558
2704
2796
2882
2890
2935
3270
3272
3306
3460
3498
3751
3880
4142
4194
4301
4358
4385
4391
4409
4449
4469
4495
4500
4579
4596
4799
4994
5079
5097
5164
5441
5846
5899
5968
6015
6020
6168
6228
6284
6563
6636
6801
6832
6932
6953
6973
6993
7280
7410
7424
7546
7727
7784
7819
7843
7962
7982
7994
8019
8147
8223
8369
8417
8579
8590
8654
9059
9303
9312
9323
9380
9431
9444
9456
9461
9466
9568
9600
9624
9838
9995
GORKY BHAVAN, NEAR BAKERY JUNCTION, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Draw #KN-553

KARUNYA PLUS (KN-553) Lottery Results - 26 Dec 2024 Complete Winner Analysis

Today's KARUNYA PLUS Lottery Results Summary

The Kerala State Lottery Department successfully conducted the KARUNYA PLUS Lottery (KN-553)draw on 26 Dec 2024 at 15:00:00. This popular weekly lottery draw was held at GORKY BHAVAN, NEAR BAKERY JUNCTION, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM under strict government supervision and transparent lottery result announcement procedures. The first prize winner of ₹80,00,000 was awarded to ticket number PP999699 purchased from PATHANAMTHITTA District, continuing Kerala's tradition of creating lottery winners and changing lives across the state.

91,14,600
Total Prize Pool
8
Prize Categories
30 Days
Claim Period

Complete Guide to Kerala State Lottery System

Understanding Kerala Lottery: India's Pioneer State Lottery

The Kerala State Lottery system, established in 1967, holds the distinction of being First state lottery in India. This groundbreaking initiative was launched by the Government of Kerala under the visionary leadership of Finance Minister P.K. Kunju Sahib to generate revenue without burdening taxpayers and create employment opportunities for Kerala's youth.

Today, the Kerala lottery system operates 7 weekly draws and has generatedOver 50,000 direct jobs while contributing Over ₹5,000 crores annuallyto the state treasury. The lottery department conducts transparent, fair, and government-supervised draws that have created thousands of crorepatis and millionaires across Kerala and neighboring states. The lottery's success story demonstrates how government initiatives can create sustainable economic models while maintaining transparency and social responsibility.

Weekly Kerala Lottery Draw Schedule

Win-Win
Monday
Sthree Sakthi
Tuesday
Akshaya
Wednesday
Karunya Plus
Thursday
Nirmal
Friday
Karunya
Saturday
Fifty-Fifty
Sunday
Bhagyathara
Dhanalekshmi
Samrudhi
Suvarna Keralam

KARUNYA PLUS (KN-553) Prize Structure & Winner Distribution

The KARUNYA PLUS lottery features a comprehensive prize structure designed to maximize winner opportunities across multiple prize categories. Each ticket costs ₹40, and the total prize distribution ensures that numerous participants can win substantial amounts while maintaining the lottery's financial sustainability for Kerala's development programs.

1st PrizeKerala Lottery Prize
80,00,000
2nd PrizeKerala Lottery Prize
10,00,000
3rd PrizeKerala Lottery Prize
1,00,000
Cons PrizeKerala Lottery Prize
8,000
4th PrizeKerala Lottery Prize
5,000
5th PrizeKerala Lottery Prize
1,000
6th PrizeKerala Lottery Prize
500
7th PrizeKerala Lottery Prize
100
8th PrizeKerala Lottery Prize
0
9th PrizeKerala Lottery Prize
0

Kerala Lottery Winner Success Stories & Statistical Analysis

Lottery Winner Patterns and Success Insights

Statistical analysis of Kerala lottery results over the past decades reveals fascinating patterns in winning number distributions, geographical winner spread, and prize claim behaviors. Understanding these trends can help lottery enthusiasts make more informed decisions while maintaining responsible lottery participation practices.

District-wise Winner Distribution

Kerala lottery winners are distributed across all 14 districts, with Thiruvananthapuram, Ernakulam, and Kozhikode showing higher winner frequencies due to larger population and ticket sales volume. Rural areas also consistently produce winners, demonstrating the lottery's inclusive nature.

Popular Number Combinations

While lottery draws are completely random, certain number patterns appear more frequently in historical data. However, every draw is independent, and past results don't influence future outcomes. Responsible players understand this randomness principle.

Complete Kerala Lottery Prize Claim Process Guide

Claiming your Kerala lottery prize requires following specific procedures established by the Kerala State Lottery Department. The process varies based on prize amount, with different documentation requirements and claim locations for different prize categories.

Claim Time Limit

Winners have exactly 30 days from the draw date to claim prizes. For KARUNYA PLUS (KN-553), the last claim date is 25 Jan 2025. Unclaimed prizes are forfeited to the state treasury.

Required Documents

Original winning ticket, valid government photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport), bank account details, and two passport-size photographs. For prizes above ₹1 lakh, additional verification documents may be required.

Tax Deductions

TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) of 30% applies on prizes exceeding ₹10,000 as per Income Tax Act. Winners receive the net amount after tax deduction, and TDS certificates are provided for tax filing purposes.

Claim Location Based on Prize Amount

Up to ₹5,000

Any authorized lottery shop in Kerala

Immediate
₹5,001 to ₹1,00,000

District lottery office or bank branches

1-3 days
Above ₹1,00,000

Directorate of Kerala State Lotteries, Thiruvananthapuram

5-10 days

Responsible Lottery Participation & Financial Wellness

Smart Lottery Playing Guidelines

The Kerala State Lottery Department promotes responsible lottery participation and encourages players to treat lottery tickets as entertainment rather than investment opportunities. Understanding lottery odds, setting spending limits, and maintaining realistic expectations are crucial for healthy lottery participation.

Responsible Playing Tips

  • Set a fixed monthly lottery budget and never exceed it
  • Play only with disposable income, never borrow money for lottery tickets
  • Understand that lottery is a game of chance with no guaranteed returns
  • Keep lottery tickets safe and check results from official sources only

Financial Wellness Advice

  • Prioritize essential expenses, savings, and investments before lottery spending
  • Consider lottery participation as entertainment expense, not investment strategy
  • If you win, plan wisely: pay taxes, clear debts, save, and invest remainder
  • Seek financial counseling if lottery spending affects your budget

Kerala Lottery: Historical Impact & Social Development

Five Decades of Social and Economic Transformation

Since its inception in 1967, the Kerala State Lottery has evolved into much more than a revenue generation mechanism. It has become a powerful tool for social development, employment generation, and economic empowerment across Kerala and neighboring states. The lottery's success story demonstrates how government initiatives can create sustainable

Employment Generation

The Kerala lottery system directly employs over 50,000 people as agents, sub-agents, and distributors. Indirectly, it supports families and creates economic opportunities in rural and urban areas alike, contributing significantly to Kerala's employment landscape.

Revenue Contribution

Annual lottery revenue exceeds ₹5,000 crores, funding various state development projects including infrastructure, education, healthcare, and social welfare programs. This revenue reduces the tax burden on Kerala citizens while funding essential services.

Winner Stories

Thousands of lottery winners have used their prizes to start businesses, purchase homes, fund education, and improve their family's quality of life. These success stories inspire continued participation while demonstrating the lottery's life-changing potential.

Critical Information for Kerala Lottery Participants

Essential Guidelines & Legal Requirements

Ticket Preservation and Verification

Winners must preserve lottery tickets in pristine condition. Damaged, torn, or tampered tickets may be rejected during prize claims. Always store tickets in safe, dry places and handle them carefully. Verify winning numbers against official government gazette publications before claiming prizes.

Official Result Verification

Always verify lottery results from official Kerala State Lottery Department sources. Fraudulent websites and unauthorized result publications exist. Cross-check winning numbers with official gazette publications and authorized lottery result websites before proceeding with prize claims.

Tax Obligations and Legal Compliance

Tax Deduction at Source (TDS) at 30% rate applies to all lottery prizes exceeding ₹10,000 as mandated by Income Tax regulations. Winners must include lottery winnings in their annual tax returns. Consult tax advisors for proper compliance and tax planning strategies.

Fraud Prevention and Security

Beware of lottery fraud schemes, fake winning notifications, and unauthorized prize claim requests. The Kerala State Lottery Department never contacts winners directly via phone, email, or SMS. Report suspicious lottery-related communications to authorities immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions About Kerala Lottery

Frequently Asked Questions

Official Kerala Lottery Verification Resources

Important: Always verify lottery results from official government sources. Kerala Lottery Central provides comprehensive result information for educational and informational purposes. For prize claims and official verification, contact the Kerala State Lottery Department directly.

Prize Claim Deadline

The prize winners are advised to verify the winning numbers with the results published in the Kerala Government Gazette and surrender the winning tickets within 30 days.

Next Draw

Scheduled for 2 Jan 2025