The sikkim state lottery claim form is the starting point for a prize claim that needs to go to the Directorate of Sikkim State Lotteries. This guide explains where to get the current form, which documents to prepare, where the Deorali office is, and how to avoid missing the claim deadline.
The Directorate’s form and rules can change, so check the latest version before signing or posting anything. This is an information guide, not an official claim-processing service.
What this guide covers
Sikkim publishes more than one draw type. The state lottery website currently lists the Dear weekly draw at 6:00 PM, the Labhlaxmi weekly draw at 4:00 PM, and bumper schemes at their announced times. The same broad claim preparation applies to a winning paper ticket, but the draw name, draw number, date and prize amount must match the result sheet exactly.
For a quick result check, see our Sikkim state lottery result page and the Lottery Sambad 6 PM result page. Always compare the ticket with the result published by the relevant state Directorate before preparing a claim.
What you need before you start
Keep these items together before filling the form:
- The original winning ticket in good condition.
- The draw name, draw number, draw date, ticket number, prize rank and prize amount.
- Your full name, address with PIN code, mobile number and PAN details.
- A valid photo identity document and a copy of your PAN card where required.
- Three recent passport-size photographs.
- An affidavit or declaration in the format required by the Directorate.
- Your bank name, branch, account number and IFSC code.
- A cancelled cheque from the bank account into which the payment should be credited.
- A photocopy set of the completed form, affidavit and supporting documents.
If you live outside the state where the ticket was purchased, also keep proof of travel, the reason for travelling to the place of purchase, and proof of your place of stay. The current form asks for these details for non-resident claimants.
Step 1: Confirm the draw and the ticket
Why: A claim must identify one specific draw and one original ticket.
- Read the lottery name, draw number and draw date printed on the ticket.
- Compare the complete ticket number and applicable series with the state-published result sheet. Do not rely on a forwarded image or an unverified message.
- Check the prize rank and amount. Note whether the amount is up to ₹10,000 or above ₹10,000, because the current claim form separates these categories.
- Photograph or photocopy both sides of the ticket for your private records. Keep the original safe and do not send it until the form and documents are ready.
Success looks like: The draw name, draw number, date, ticket number, prize rank and amount are written down and agree with the official result.
Step 2: Download the official Sikkim state lottery claim form
Why: The Directorate’s form contains the address choices, declarations and document instructions that a general template may not include.
Open the official Sikkim State Lotteries Claims page and use its claim-form download link. Download a fresh copy rather than reusing an old form saved on your phone. The current form says that it is submitted by the claimant personally or by post in physical mode.
Before printing, check that the file is from the official Sikkim State Lotteries website and that all pages are present. The form includes fields for lottery name, draw number, draw date, ticket number, claimant details, prize rank, amount, PAN, Aadhaar, bank account and IFSC.
Success looks like: You have a complete, readable copy of the current form and have checked the latest submission instructions before writing on it.
Step 3: Prepare the documents
Why: Missing identity, bank or ownership documents can delay verification of an otherwise matching ticket.
For a prize above ₹10,000, prepare the following checklist from the current form and the Sikkim lottery rules:
| Item | How to prepare it |
|---|---|
| Original winning ticket | Sign it and write your address on the reverse side, as instructed on the form. Do not alter the printed details. |
| Claim form | Fill every relevant field clearly in capital letters. Use the exact draw name, number, date and prize amount. |
| Affidavit and declaration | Use the prescribed wording and the required non-judicial stamp paper or e-stamp format. The current form includes a declaration page. |
| Photographs | Keep three recent attested passport-size photographs: one for the form and two for the affidavit, as the form’s instructions state. |
| PAN and identity proof | Attach a PAN copy and a self-attested copy of an accepted identity document, such as Aadhaar, passport, election identity card or driving licence. |
| Bank proof | Write the bank name, branch, account number and IFSC clearly, and attach a cancelled cheque from that account. |
| Copies | Keep one photocopy set of the filled form, affidavit and other documents with the original submission papers. |
The form also instructs claimants to paste a revenue stamp on the claim form and sign on it. Read every page before signing, including the statement about the Directorate publishing claimant details in public media for certain prizes.
For a prize of ₹10,000 or less, do not assume that the same route applies without checking. The current form has a separate “up to ₹10,000” option, so confirm the payment and document procedure with the selling distributor or the Directorate using the current contact details.
Success looks like: The original ticket, form, affidavit, photographs, identity and PAN copies, bank proof and photocopy set are together in the order you will submit them.
Step 4: Complete and sign the form
Why: Clear, consistent entries make it easier for the Directorate to match the claim to the ticket and draw record.
Fill in capital letters and use the same spelling of your name and address across the form, identity proof, PAN and bank record. Enter the correct PIN code, mobile number, PAN number, Aadhaar number where requested, bank account number and IFSC code.
Write the ticket number exactly as printed. Add the place of purchase and, if you are a non-resident of the lottery-operating state, complete the travel and stay details with supporting proof. Do not leave a required field blank; write “not applicable” only where it genuinely does not apply.
Sign the reverse of the original ticket with your name and address, then sign the form and declaration where indicated. Do not sign a blank form or hand over the original ticket to an unknown person who promises to process the prize.
Success looks like: Every important detail is legible, consistent and supported by a document, and all required signatures and stamps are present.
Step 5: Submit the claim to the correct office
Why: A physically complete claim still needs to reach the Directorate or the submission point named on the current form.
The official Sikkim State Lotteries contact page lists the Director, Directorate of State Lotteries, Finance, Revenue & Expenditure Department, Deorali 737102, Gangtok, Sikkim. It lists the phone number as 03592 280227.
The current claim form shows the Principal Director’s Deorali address and also shows inspector camp addresses for Sikkim, West Bengal, Maharashtra and Punjab. Use the address and route printed on the latest form that matches your claim. If you intend to use a camp or post the papers, confirm the current instructions by calling the Directorate first; do not copy an address from an old form.
If posting the documents, use a trackable service and keep the receipt, tracking number and a complete photocopy set. The form warns that the government is not responsible for prizes or documents lost in postal transit, so careful packing and record-keeping matter.
Success looks like: You have submitted the physical claim through the current route and retained proof of what was sent, when it was sent and where it was addressed.
Step 6: Track the deadline and tax
Why: A valid ticket can still become difficult to claim if the deadline or tax paperwork is ignored.
The Sikkim State Lottery (Regulation) Rules, 2023 say that prizes should be claimed within 30 days from the draw date. They also say the government may accept a late claim, but the maximum period stated in the rules is 45 days from the draw date. Treat 30 days as your deadline and do not plan around the late-claim discretion.
For lottery winnings above ₹10,000, the form asks for PAN and the Income Tax Department’s current TDS rates list Section 194B at 30% for lottery winnings. Surcharge and health and education cess may also apply. The actual amount depends on the current law and your circumstances, so verify the rate and reporting requirement with the Income Tax Department or a qualified tax professional before filing a return.
For example, do not calculate the amount you will receive simply by subtracting 30% from the printed prize and treating that as final. The payer may deduct tax at source, and your total tax position can involve other income and applicable additions. Keep the payment record and TDS information for your tax records.
Success looks like: Your claim is submitted within 30 days, you have kept proof of submission, and you know that tax treatment must be checked under the current rules.
Verify before sending
Use this final check on the day you submit the documents:
- The result and ticket match for the same draw date and draw number.
- The original ticket is signed on the reverse and has not been altered, duplicated or damaged.
- The form is the latest download and is filled in capital letters.
- The draw details, personal details and bank details are consistent.
- The affidavit, declaration, photographs, PAN, identity proof and cancelled cheque are attached.
- The revenue stamp and signatures are in the places required by the form.
- Any non-resident travel and stay evidence is included.
- The envelope is addressed using the current form and you have kept copies and proof of dispatch.
Troubleshooting common claim problems
The result image shows a number but the ticket details do not match. Stop and recheck the draw date, draw time, series and full ticket number against the state-published result. Do not submit a claim based only on a partial number or a social-media message.
You downloaded an old claim form. Return to the official Claims page and download the current file. Recheck the address, declaration, stamp instructions and document list before filling it.
Your ticket was bought outside Sikkim. The current form asks non-resident claimants for the reason for travel to the place of purchase, place-of-stay proof and travel proof. Attach those records and confirm the submission route with the Directorate before posting the claim.
You are close to the 30-day deadline. Assemble the documents immediately and contact the Directorate on 03592 280227 to confirm the current physical submission route. Keep evidence of the date on which you sent the claim.
Someone asks for an advance fee or your account password. Do not share passwords, OTPs or remote-access details. Use only the official contact details and never send money to a person who contacts you through an unsolicited message.
FAQ
Where can I download the Sikkim state lottery claim form?
Use the Claims page on the Sikkim State Lotteries website and click its download link. Download the latest version immediately before preparing your papers because the form and submission details can change.
What documents are needed for a Sikkim lottery prize claim?
For prizes above ₹10,000, the current form asks for the original signed ticket, claim form, affidavit or declaration, PAN, photo identity proof, three recent passport-size photographs, bank details and a cancelled cheque. A non-resident claimant may also need travel, place-of-stay and purchase-related proof.
Where is the Sikkim State Lottery office for prize claims?
The Directorate is listed at Deorali 737102, Gangtok, Sikkim, under the Finance, Revenue & Expenditure Department. The official contact page lists 03592 280227; check the latest claim form before choosing Deorali or one of the camp submission addresses.
How many days do I have to claim a Sikkim lottery prize?
The Sikkim State Lottery (Regulation) Rules, 2023 state that a prize should be claimed within 30 days of the draw. The rules mention a possible late-claim window up to 45 days, but you should submit within 30 days and confirm any exception directly with the Directorate.
Is tax deducted from a Sikkim lottery prize?
Lottery winnings above ₹10,000 are subject to tax deduction rules, and Section 194B is listed at 30% in the current Income Tax Department TDS rates. Surcharge and cess may apply, so verify the current position and keep your TDS records; this article is not personal tax advice.
For background on a seasonal Sikkim draw, you can also read our Dear Puja Bumper 2026 guide. Check the relevant state result and the latest official claim instructions before taking any action.
