KARUNYA PLUS

Draw #KN-556

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

Total Winners

283

Prize Distributed

₹1.0Cr

Draw Number

KN-556

Prize Categories

8

First Prize Winner

PH586929

KOLLAM

Prize Amount

80,00,000

(0.8 Crore)

Second Prize

PC556950

PATHANAMTHITTA

10,00,000

All Prize Categories

3rd Prize

3
12 winners
Prize Amount1,00,000
PA618438
THRISSUR
PB819044
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
PC835885
KARUNAGAPALLY
PD160535
PALAKKAD
PE884632
THIRUR
PF136527
ALAPPUZHA
PG671849
KAYAMKULAM
PH443010
PALAKKAD
PJ898198
IRINJALAKUDA
PK621870
THRISSUR
PL899665
IRINJALAKUDA
PM121018
KATTAPPANA

Cons Prize

4
11 winners
Prize Amount8,000
PA586929
PB586929
PC586929
PD586929
PE586929
PF586929
PG586929
PJ586929
PK586929
PL586929
PM586929

4th Prize

5
18 winners
Prize Amount5,000
0516
0804
1537
2669
5489
6055
6164
6601
6636
6662
6884
7147
7500
7750
7822
8355
8952
9169

5th Prize

6
34 winners
Prize Amount1,000
0134
0545
1282
1395
1651
2166
2291
2438
3138
3308
3412
3737
3813
4203
4403
5006
5010
5043
5283
5288
5498
5599
5612
5820
7100
7601
7743
8114
8385
9050
9077
9320
9652
9805

6th Prize

7
80 winners
Prize Amount500
0227
0261
0851
0929
1128
1287
1878
2003
2063
2068
2357
2430
2515
2541
2723
2923
3395
3406
3436
3437
3476
3478
3535
3662
3822
4004
4075
4198
4241
4383
4569
4648
4684
4940
4975
5083
5177
5254
5494
5653
5763
5839
5996
6028
6152
6220
6276
6318
6398
6497
6628
6903
7061
7124
7194
7289
7387
7420
7638
7652
7698
7797
7929
7949
8056
8098
8228
8241
8262
8312
8417
8977
9034
9271
9420
9467
9475
9620
9700
9793

7th Prize

8
126 winners
Prize Amount100
0039
0160
0184
0312
0329
0398
0428
0465
0582
0631
0640
0755
0909
0927
1020
1066
1115
1138
1149
1157
1211
1224
1361
1422
1497
1516
1519
1601
1704
1880
1883
2097
2109
2129
2324
2442
2579
2625
2721
2781
2864
2881
2902
3046
3121
3128
3213
3578
3750
4045
4067
4069
4186
4201
4328
4420
4439
4465
4631
4663
4861
4893
4932
4964
5003
5020
5069
5074
5113
5190
5260
5285
5415
5465
5522
5597
5611
5699
5803
5875
5981
5983
6040
6119
6246
6282
6640
6686
6712
6744
6893
6924
7058
7070
7073
7074
7174
7198
7217
7227
7276
7339
7749
7979
8058
8138
8201
8214
8268
8421
8431
8457
8483
8590
8626
8660
8793
8963
9025
9192
9464
9490
9537
9579
9792
9848
GORKY BHAVAN, NEAR BAKERY JUNCTION, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Draw #KN-556

KARUNYA PLUS (KN-556) Lottery Results - 16 Jan 2025 Complete Winner Analysis

Today's KARUNYA PLUS Lottery Results Summary

The Kerala State Lottery Department successfully conducted the KARUNYA PLUS Lottery (KN-556)draw on 16 Jan 2025 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 PH586929 purchased from KOLLAM 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-556) 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-556), the last claim date is 15 Feb 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 23 Jan 2025