The legality of the Bhutan Lottery in India is a common question among enthusiasts. While most foreign lotteries are strictly prohibited in India, the Bhutan State Lottery (currently branded as Kanchenjunga and Royal Bhutan State Lotteries) operates under a specific legal framework.
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1. The Legal Basis: The Indo-Bhutan Treaty
The primary reason Bhutanese lotteries are allowed in India is the “Agreement on Trade, Commerce and Transit between Bhutan and India.” Under the protocol of this treaty, the Royal Government of Bhutan is permitted to sell its state-organized lottery tickets within Indian territory, provided they comply with the Lotteries (Regulation) Act, 1998 of India.
2. State-wise Legality in India
In India, lotteries are a “State Subject,” meaning each state has the power to either allow or ban them. Currently, only 13 Indian states permit the sale of lotteries. Bhutan Lottery is legally sellable only in these states:
- Legal States: Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Goa, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Punjab, Sikkim, and West Bengal.
- Banned States: States like Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, and Bihar have a total ban on all lotteries. Selling or buying Bhutanese lottery tickets in these states is a criminal offense.
3. Current Branding: Kanchenjunga & Royal Bhutan
As of 2025–2026, the paper lotteries organized by the Bhutanese government and sold in India are popularly known as Kanchenjunga Lottery and Royal Bhutan State Lotteries.
- Draw Frequency: These lotteries typically have three draws daily: 11:55 AM (Morning), 4:00 PM (Day), and 8:00 PM (Evening).
- First Prize: High-value draws often feature a first prize of up to ₹1 Crore.
4. Important Warning: Fake vs. Real Bhutan Lottery
One of the biggest issues in 2026 is the rise of fake “Bhutan Lottery” websites.
- The Scam: Many unauthorized websites use the Bhutanese government seal to sell “Online Teer” or digital tickets that have no connection to the actual Bhutan Lottery Limited (BLL).
- Verification: Official Bhutanese paper tickets have specific security features (barcodes, watermarks). If you are playing online, ensure you are using a portal that is officially recognized by the state distributors in India (like those used for Nagaland or Sikkim lotteries).
5. Compliance with the Lotteries (Regulation) Act, 1998
For the Bhutan Lottery to remain legal in India, it must follow these Indian central government rules:
- Prizes cannot be offered on a single-digit basis (though “Teer” operates differently in specific regions like Meghalaya/Bhutan borders).
- The draw must be conducted within the state or country organizing the lottery.
- State governments have the right to ban lotteries from other states/countries if they don’t run their own.
-: Conclusion :-
Yes, the Bhutan Lottery is legal in India, but only in the 13 states that allow lottery operations. Always ensure you purchase physical paper tickets from authorized agents in these states to ensure your winnings are legally protected and taxable.
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