Kerala State Lottery details prize structures and regulations

The Kerala State Lottery operates various schemes, including the Sthree Sakthi, Akshaya, Karunya, and several Bumper lotteries such as the Christmas New Year and Monsoon draws. These schemes offer diverse prize structures to cater to different participant interests.

Official regulations state that lottery tickets must be purchased only from authorized retailers within Kerala, as internet sales are strictly prohibited and considered illegal. Winners are subject to a 30% government tax deduction on prize amounts, while agents receive a 10% commission. The lottery serves as a significant revenue source for the state government.