The old result search is the quickest way to find a past Lottery Sambad draw when you know the date, draw time, or day of the month. Use the exact-date page for one draw, a month archive for browsing, or a tarikh page when you remember only the date number. Then compare the entry with the official result record before taking any action.
What you need before searching
Keep these details ready:
- The draw date, preferably in
DD-MM-YYYYformat. - The draw slot: 1 PM, 6 PM, or 8 PM IST.
- The complete ticket details, including the series and five-digit number, if you are checking a ticket.
- A reliable way to compare the result with the result sheet issued by the relevant state lottery department.
The three daily slots are separate draws. A date can therefore have up to three result pages, and checking the right date but the wrong time can give you the wrong record.
Step 1: Choose the right old-result route
Why: The route you choose should match what you remember about the draw.
Open the Lottery Sambad old-results archive and use this quick guide:
| What you know | Best route | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Exact date and year | Exact-date page | The available 1 PM, 6 PM and 8 PM results for that date |
| Month and year | Month archive | A list of dates in that month, with links to available draws |
| Only the day number, such as 17 tarikh | Tarikh page | Results grouped by the same day number across available months |
The archive is a date-based index of historical records published for available dates. The current archive starts on 7 January 2026, and some dates inside the range may not have a result page, so do not assume that an unavailable date means a result has been hidden.
Step 2: Search by exact date
Why: An exact-date page is the clearest option when you want to check one old ticket or one particular draw.
- Open the old-results page and select the date, or use the date search field.
- Enter the date in day-month-year order. For example, use
16-10-2026for 16 October 2026. - Open the result page for that date. The 16 October 2026 result page is an example of this format.
- Select the correct draw time: 1 PM, 6 PM, or 8 PM.
- Read the date, draw name, prize sections, series, and winning numbers together. Do not match a number while ignoring the date or series.
Success looks like a result page where the date and draw time match your ticket. If the page offers separate links for the three slots, open only the slot you need and confirm the heading before reading the prize list.
If the date page does not open
Check the date format and year first. A future date, a date before the archive began, or a missing date inside the current range may not have a page. Try the month archive next; it shows which dates are actually available instead of leaving you to guess a URL.
Step 3: Browse a month archive
Why: A month page is useful when you remember the month but need to scan several dates or compare more than one draw.
- Open the October 2026 Lottery Sambad result archive, or choose the required month from the old-results archive.
- Move through the date list and find the required day.
- Check whether that row has a link for 1 PM, 6 PM, 8 PM, or more than one slot.
- Open the required date and time, then compare the full result details with your ticket.
Month archives make it easier to distinguish two similar searches, such as 6 October and 16 October. They also show when a slot is not listed. If you need the full year, use the 2026 archive link from the old-results page and then narrow the search to a month.
A month archive may contain result pages for only the dates available in the site database. It should not be read as proof that a draw took place on every calendar date.
Step 4: Search by day of the month, or tarikh
Why: Tarikh search helps when you remember “17 tarikh” but not the month, or when you want to locate all available records for that day number.
- From the old-results archive, choose the day number from the tarikh list.
- Review the month and year shown beside each result. The same day number can appear in different months.
- Choose the exact month and year you need.
- Select the correct draw slot and check the result heading before comparing numbers.
For example, “17 tarikh” is not the same as 17 October 2026 unless the month and year are also confirmed. Tarikh pages are an index for navigation; the date-specific result page remains the better record for a claim check.
This route is especially useful for searches written as “old result 17 tarikh” or “lottery result 17 date”. If the page has several entries, use the weekday, month, year, and draw time together to narrow it down.
Step 5: Verify an old result against the official record
Why: A website archive helps you find a past page, but the state lottery department’s result sheet is the source to use for formal confirmation.
Use this checklist:
- Match the draw date. The date printed on the result sheet must be the same as the date on your ticket and the archive page.
- Match the draw time. Check whether it is the 1 PM, 6 PM, or 8 PM draw. The times are in Indian Standard Time.
- Match the draw name. Weekly draw names change by weekday and slot, so read the complete heading rather than relying on a short label.
- Match the full ticket details. Check the series and the complete number, not just a partial number.
- Check the prize section. Confirm whether the entry appears under the relevant prize category and whether the ticket conditions on the official sheet apply.
The Nagaland State Lotteries website publishes the department’s lottery information. You can also compare the details with the official result sheet PDF, which shows the date, draw title, prize sections, and claim instructions. Use the current sheet for the exact draw you are checking because formats and instructions can change.
Do not treat a result image shared in a message as final proof. Check the complete official record and keep the original ticket in good condition. This site is an independent information website, not a state government lottery office or the draw operator.
Step 6: Check the claim deadline for an old ticket
Why: Finding a matching old result does not by itself confirm that a prize can still be claimed.
The claim period is controlled by the relevant lottery rules and the instructions on the official result sheet. An official Nagaland result sheet currently available online says that claims will not be accepted after 30 days from the draw date. Treat that as a deadline to check immediately, not as a reason to wait: the exact scheme, state, and current instructions matter.
For a prize above ₹10,000, the official sheet gives a process involving the Director, Directorate of Nagaland State Lotteries, or an authorised nodal office. The official prize claim form page says the current claim form and declaration form should be used from January 2026. Confirm the latest form, address, documents, and submission method directly with the department.
Tax treatment is separate from the result search. The Income Tax Department’s current table lists Section 194B winnings from lotteries at 30%, with applicable surcharge and Health and Education Cess noted on the page. Read the Income Tax Department’s TDS rates and obtain professional advice for your own circumstances; this article is not personal tax advice.
Also check whether lotteries are legal in your state before taking any action. State rules can differ, and the archive cannot replace the instructions of the relevant government department.
Common old-result search mistakes
Mixing the date order
Indian pages commonly show dates as day-month-year, while some search tools may display a different order. Read the page heading after opening it, and confirm the written month instead of relying only on the numeric URL.
Checking the wrong draw time
The 1 PM, 6 PM, and 8 PM draws on the same day are separate records. If the first result does not match, check the other slot only when it is the slot printed or expected on your ticket; do not combine details from two different draws.
Using only the five digits
Some result sheets show a series alongside the five-digit number. Record the series, number, date, draw name, and time together so that your comparison uses the complete ticket information.
Assuming every old date is available
The archive begins in 2026 and can contain gaps. If a date is not listed, try the month page or the year archive to confirm availability. Never fill an unavailable date with a nearby draw.
FAQ
How do I find a Lottery Sambad old result for a specific date?
Open the old-results archive, select the date, and then choose the 1 PM, 6 PM, or 8 PM draw. You can also use the exact-date URL format when the date is available.
What does tarikh mean in an old-result search?
Tarikh means the day number of the month, such as 17 tarikh. A tarikh page can show available results for that day number across months, but you must still confirm the month, year, and draw time.
Why can’t I find an old result for a date?
The date may be outside the current archive range, may be a future date, or may be one of the gaps inside the range. Check the year and month archive to see whether that date and slot are listed.
Can I check 1 PM, 6 PM, and 8 PM results for the same date?
Yes, when each slot is available. Open each linked draw separately and compare its date, draw name, time, and complete result details rather than treating the three slots as one record.
How long do I have to claim a prize from an old draw?
Follow the deadline printed on the relevant official result sheet and the current instructions from the lottery department. A Nagaland result sheet currently available online states a 30-day limit, so verify the exact draw and act promptly.
