KARUNYA

Draw #KR-716

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

Total Winners

382

Prize Distributed

₹0.9Cr

Draw Number

KR-716

Prize Categories

10

First Prize Winner

KC954960

KOLLAM

Prize Amount

80,00,000

(0.8 Crore)

Second Prize

KJ409848

WAYANADU

5,00,000

All Prize Categories

3rd Prize

3
1 winner
Prize Amount1,00,000
KJ741983
IRINJALAKUDA

Cons Prize

4
11 winners
Prize Amount8,000
KA954960
KB954960
KD954960
KE954960
KF954960
KG954960
KH954960
KJ954960
KK954960
KL954960
KM954960

4th Prize

5
20 winners
Prize Amount5,000
0160
0248
1361
1906
3579
3662
4130
4655
4674
4952
5631
5992
6492
6814
6934
7529
7877
8079
8202
9751

5th Prize

6
6 winners
Prize Amount2,000
1650
3010
3733
5521
7301
9417

6th Prize

7
30 winners
Prize Amount1,000
0037
0667
1278
1330
1659
1895
2321
2869
2878
2984
3633
4309
4573
4708
5015
5092
5249
5268
5474
5643
6390
7298
7485
7777
7819
7994
8266
8572
8739
8902

7th Prize

8
76 winners
Prize Amount500
0221
0438
0615
0708
0805
0898
0991
1035
1063
1784
1892
2029
2071
2135
2503
2570
2597
2661
2713
2913
3095
3319
3390
3510
3600
3644
3719
3929
4170
4221
4281
4437
4473
4481
4712
4718
5004
5202
5299
5751
6063
6212
6530
6595
6612
6621
6708
6842
7049
7390
7417
7551
7625
8148
8253
8293
8375
8451
8453
8527
8899
8911
8924
8981
9078
9208
9329
9476
9492
9523
9536
9577
9597
9771
9784
9998

8th Prize

9
92 winners
Prize Amount100
0066
0089
0137
0213
0250
0609
0679
0757
1051
1277
1470
1480
1566
1571
1607
1818
2039
2096
2444
2546
2617
2628
2691
2829
3122
3161
3338
3367
3419
3452
3502
3670
3770
3802
3840
4292
4410
4508
4538
4619
4658
4886
4911
5020
5046
5096
5119
5247
5339
5405
5522
5615
5761
6020
6099
6100
6133
6275
6298
6567
6661
6673
6836
6933
7113
7503
7568
7606
7851
8013
8436
8697
8699
8755
8782
8799
8986
9050
9102
9106
9153
9233
9359
9409
9431
9473
9670
9701
9744
9824
9830
9942

9th Prize

10
144 winners
Prize Amount50
0024
0233
0404
0416
0580
0598
0650
0654
0657
0710
0947
0977
1016
1130
1252
1254
1300
1328
1349
1431
1514
1636
1690
1691
1720
1780
1915
1984
2005
2006
2168
2195
2235
2242
2340
2366
2376
2387
2391
2579
2667
2672
2827
2884
2904
3027
3070
3170
3208
3432
3588
3647
3650
3812
3886
3967
4082
4112
4247
4375
4429
4440
4458
4491
4506
4526
4537
4570
4660
4777
4824
4839
5026
5260
5292
5508
5509
5634
5729
5847
5875
5968
6110
6293
6349
6450
6781
6787
6789
6848
6970
7138
7184
7208
7240
7294
7381
7397
7411
7497
7517
7544
7709
7763
8000
8008
8015
8019
8049
8057
8060
8087
8121
8222
8382
8412
8427
8468
8702
8764
8778
8803
8805
8816
8872
8925
8942
9125
9165
9209
9294
9334
9349
9384
9385
9413
9635
9649
9838
9840
9882
9888
9906
9985
GORKY BHAVAN, NEAR BAKERY JUNCTION, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Draw #KR-716

KARUNYA (KR-716) Lottery Results - 26 Jul 2025 Complete Winner Analysis

Today's KARUNYA Lottery Results Summary

The Kerala State Lottery Department successfully conducted the KARUNYA Lottery (KR-716)draw on 26 Jul 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 KC954960 purchased from KOLLAM District, continuing Kerala's tradition of creating lottery winners and changing lives across the state.

86,16,650
Total Prize Pool
10
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 (KR-716) Prize Structure & Winner Distribution

The KARUNYA 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
5,00,000
3rd PrizeKerala Lottery Prize
1,00,000
Cons PrizeKerala Lottery Prize
8,000
4th PrizeKerala Lottery Prize
5,000
5th PrizeKerala Lottery Prize
2,000
6th PrizeKerala Lottery Prize
1,000
7th PrizeKerala Lottery Prize
500
8th PrizeKerala Lottery Prize
100
9th PrizeKerala Lottery Prize
50

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 (KR-716), the last claim date is 25 Aug 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 Aug 2025