The Kerala State Lottery Department will announce the results of the DhanaLekshmi DL-65 draw on Wednesday, 12 August 2026, at 3 pm. The draw will be held at Gorky Bhavan, near Bakery Junction, Thiruvananthapuram, under the supervision of a panel of independent judges, the department said in its schedule released for the draw.
Prizes and procedure
Participants in the fortnightly DhanaLekshmi series are competing for a top award of ₹1 crore. The known prize structure for the draw is as follows:
- 1st Prize: ₹1 crore
- 2nd Prize: ₹30 lakh
- 3rd Prize: ₹5 lakh
- 4th Prize: ₹5,000
- 5th Prize: ₹2,000
- 6th Prize: ₹1,000
- 7th Prize: ₹500
- 8th Prize: ₹200
- 9th Prize: ₹100
- Consolation Prize: ₹5,000
The department's public notices for weekly and special draws list similar prize tiers; winners must follow the standard verification and claim procedures prescribed by the State Government for state-run lotteries.
Where and when to check results
Results will be declared at 3 pm and displayed at the Gorky Bhavan venue. Successful numbers are customarily published on the Kerala State Lottery Department's official channels following the draw and carried by regional media outlets. Ticket-holders are advised to verify winning numbers only against the official gazette notification or the department's authorised publications before initiating any claim.
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Draw | DhanaLekshmi DL-65 |
| Date | 12 August 2026 |
| Time | 3:00 pm |
| Venue | Gorky Bhavan, near Bakery Junction, Thiruvananthapuram |
| Top prize | ₹1 crore |
How winners can claim prizes
Kerala's state-run lotteries have a standard claim process. For prizes below the specified limit, winners can submit the original ticket to the authorised agent or sub-office where the ticket was purchased. For larger prizes — notably the first prize of ₹1 crore and substantial second and third prizes — winners are usually required to present the original ticket, a photo identity proof and to follow the department's prescribed formality at the State Lottery office for verification and payment. Winners should retain the ticket in undamaged condition and sign across the face of the ticket immediately to establish ownership.
Claimants are advised to consult the official Kerala State Lottery website or the department's public notices for precise documentation, timelines and the addresses of authorised disbursement centres. The state typically imposes a deadline for claims from the date of the draw; late claims may not be accepted.
Consumer cautions and common queries
Lottery offices and consumer groups in Kerala routinely warn the public against unauthorised agents and advance-fee frauds that target apparent winners. Practical steps recommended to ticket-holders include:
- Verify the winning number only against the official notification published after the draw.
- Do not share the ticket or its details with strangers or on social media until ownership is established.
- Sign the back of the ticket immediately and keep photocopies of the front and back for records.
Tax treatment of lottery winnings is governed by the Income Tax Act; winners should consult a tax advisor about withholding and filing obligations for prize income.
Local context
Kerala's state lottery scheme has long been a regular revenue source and a popular form of regulated gaming among the public. Draws held at Thiruvananthapuram's Gorky Bhavan are attended by officials and, in many cases, by members of the public and media. The department conducts draws under the supervision of independent judges to ensure transparency.
Ticket-holders awaiting the DhanaLekshmi DL-65 outcome should check the official publication after 3 pm and follow the department's instructions for claims and verification. For immediate updates and the full list of winning numbers, consult the Kerala State Lottery Department's authorised channels.
Reporting from Thiruvananthapuram.
