Hope Beyond Borders

In Patna, Rakesh remembers how his father used to buy lottery tickets during Diwali many years ago. Today, Bihar bans all lottery operations — no official tickets, no local draws. Yet, when he scrolls his phone, he still checks the results of Nagaland’s Dear Lottery. Like many in Bihar, he hasn’t stopped playing — he’s just changed how he plays.

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Bihar’s Lottery Legal Status

1

Physical Lotteries

  • Bihar completely bans lottery sales and distribution under the state’s implementation of the Lotteries Regulation Act (1998).
  • No physical lottery offices, agents, or government-run draws.
  • Selling or buying tickets within the state is illegal.
  • Residents must go to other states like West Bengal, Sikkim, or Nagaland to buy tickets legally.
2

Online Lotteries

  • No official online lottery system in Bihar.
  • However, many residents use India Lotto to participate in legal draws from other states.
  • India Lotto helps players join safely, get instant results, and claim prizes online.
  • Safer than using unverified WhatsApp or Telegram sellers.

Read the full text of the Lotteries Regulation Act (1998)

Where to Buy & Who Buys?

Cross-border trips: People near Kishanganj and Purnia often visit West Bengal to buy tickets.

Relatives & friends: Many ask family members living in Kolkata or Sikkim to purchase tickets on their behalf.

Online play: Younger players in Patna and Gaya now prefer joining through India Lotto — easier, safer, and mobile-friendly.

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Jackpot Amount

₹10,000,000

₹5 Cr

₹10,000,000

₹40,000,000

Draw Time

Instant 24/7 draw

Special

Every night at 8pm

Thu & Sun

How to Buy

Register mobile

Government ticket

Government ticket

Web

Notes

Mobile favorite

Most trusted

Daily prizes

Intl. payment

Risks & Tips

Avoid unverified websites or Telegram/WhatsApp groups selling tickets — many are scams.

Follow the rules of the issuing state when buying.

Keep your ticket safe — original tickets are required to claim prizes.

2025 Draw Suspension Days
(Nagaland & Kerala)

If you’re planning to purchase cross-state tickets for the “Dear” series (e.g., Nagaland or Kerala), be aware of the following blackout dates to avoid being unable to buy tickets or participate in draws!

Dear Lottery
Date of no draws
2025
Jan 26 (Republic Day)
Aug 15 (Independence Day)
Oct 2 (Gandhi Jayanti)
New registered users will receive two lottery tickets
Kerala Lottery
Date of no draws
2025
Jan 26 (Republic Day)
May 1 (May Day)
Aug 15 (Independence Day)
Oct 2 (Gandhi Jayanti)

Cultural Context

During Diwali and Chhath Puja, ticket demand peaks — many Biharis join Nagaland or West Bengal draws.

Lottery culture continues quietly through online participation.

For older generations, checking results has become a phone habit instead of a newspaper one.

A Silent Market That Never Stopped

Bihar officially bans lotteries, but people’s curiosity and hope remain strong. From small towns like Gaya to major cities like Patna, residents find safe, legal ways to join through platforms like India Lotto — keeping the tradition alive in a new, digital form.

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