If you have purchased a Phuensum Weekly Lottery ticket, understanding the prize tiers is essential. Unlike one-time bumper lotteries, the Phuensum Weekly is designed to provide frequent wins to a larger number of people.
Below is the comprehensive guide to the prize distribution, draw schedule, and important rules for the current year.
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1. General Lottery Information
- Organized By: Bhutan Lottery Limited (BLL).
- Draw Day: Every Thursday.
- Draw Time: 3:00 PM (Bhutan Time) / 2:30 PM (Indian Standard Time).
- Ticket Price: Nu. 30 (or Rs. 30 in authorized Indian regions).
- Series: Usually issued in two series (e.g., Series A and Series B).
2. Prize Structure Breakdown
The Phuensum Weekly Lottery features six main prize tiers plus a consolation prize. Here is the typical payout structure:
| Rank | Number of Prizes | Prize Amount (Nu./Rs.) |
| 1st Prize | 1 (On 5 Digits with Series) | Nu. 7,00,000 |
| Consolation Prize | 1 (On remaining series) | Nu. 10,000 |
| 2nd Prize | 10 (On 5 Digits) | Nu. 50,000 |
| 3rd Prize | 10 (On 5 Digits) | Nu. 25,000 |
| 4th Prize | 100 (On 4 Digits) | Nu. 10,000 |
| 5th Prize | 100 (On 4 Digits) | Nu. 5,000 |
| 6th Prize | 2000 (On 4 Digits) | Nu. 1,000 |
(Note: The number of prizes and exact amounts can vary slightly depending on the specific weekly series. Always check the back of your ticket for the most accurate details.)
3. How the Winning Numbers are Drawn
The draw is conducted using a mechanical draw machine to ensure 100% transparency.
- The 1st Prize requires a match of the Series (e.g., A) and all 5 digits (e.g., 12345).
- Lower prizes like the 4th, 5th, and 6th prizes are usually drawn based on the “last four digits,” meaning if your ticket ends with those numbers, you win!
4. Taxation and TDS Rules
As per the regulations of the Royal Government of Bhutan:
- Tax-Free Limit: Winnings up to Nu. 5,000 are usually tax-exempt.
- TDS (Tax Deducted at Source): For any prize above Nu. 5,000, a 20% TDS is deducted before the final payout is handed over to the winner.
- Example: If you win the 1st prize of Nu. 7,00,000, you will receive approximately Nu. 5,60,000 after the 20% tax deduction.
5. How to Claim Your Phuensum Prize
- Small Prizes (Up to Nu. 10,000): You can claim these directly from any authorized Bhutan Lottery agent or the retail shop where you bought the ticket.
- Large Prizes (Above Nu. 10,000): You must visit the Bhutan Lottery Limited head office in Phuentsholing.
- Documents Required: You will need the original undamaged ticket, a government-issued ID (CID for Bhutanese/Aadhar or Passport for Indians), and two passport-sized photographs.
- Deadline: All claims must be made within 60 days from the date of the draw.
-: Conclusion :-
The Phuensum Weekly Lottery continues to be a favorite because of its transparency and high frequency of wins. With a small investment of Nu. 30, players stand a chance to win a life-changing amount every Thursday.
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