The Nagaland State Lottery Directorate has officially announced the results of the Dear Tuesday Weekly draw for June 16, 2026. The draw was held at 1 PM, and thousands of ticket holders across India have been checking their numbers since the announcement came out.

The biggest winner of the day is the holder of ticket number 53H 25510, which has claimed the top prize of ₹1 Crore. This is the highest prize offered in the draw and is awarded to only one ticket per session.

A consolation prize has also been announced for all remaining tickets that share the serial number 25510, regardless of their series code. This gives additional winners a chance to receive a reward even if they did not win the first prize.

The second prize of ₹10,000 goes to ten ticket numbers: 01028, 02561, 18887, 21129, 46107, 50831, 52282, 62858, 73388, and 87271. These winners can collect their prize through authorised lottery agents since the amount falls within the ₹10,000 limit.

The third prize of ₹500 has been awarded to tickets ending in: 0577, 1958, 2902, 4642, 5263, 5941, 6040, 8316, 8443, and 9664. Winners in this category should verify their full ticket numbers against the official result sheet published on the Nagaland State Lottery website.

The fourth prize of ₹250 goes to ticket numbers: 1151, 2155, 2938, 3098, 3212, 5396, 5880, 6563, 8428, and 9908. As with all prize categories, winners are advised to keep their original tickets in good condition before approaching a claim centre.

The fifth prize of ₹120 has been awarded to a large set of ticket numbers. The complete list includes 100 numbers across multiple series and is available for download in PDF format on the official Nagaland lottery portal. Ticket holders are encouraged to cross-check their numbers carefully with the official list before making any claim.

Nagaland Lottery Result Today (16 June 2026) – Winning Numbers

1st Prize (₹1 Crore): 53H 25510.

Consolation Prize: All remaining serial & series with number 25510

2nd Prize (₹10,000): 01028, 02561, 18887, 21129, 46107, 50831, 52282, 62858, 73388, 87271

3rd Prize (₹500): 0577, 1958, 2902, 4642, 5263, 5941, 6040, 8316, 8443, 9664

4th Prize (₹250): 1151, 2155, 2938, 3098, 3212, 5396, 5880, 6563, 8428, 9908

5th Prize (₹120): 0030, 1302, 2530, 3471, 4715, 5664, 6897, 7908, 8767, 9327, 0071, 1516, 2570, 3827, 4878, 5837, 7013, 8005, 8791, 9409, 0151, 1539, 2608, 3892, 4942, 6041, 7267, 8048, 8867, 9418, 0214, 1766, 2683, 4008, 5049, 6126, 7368, 8256, 9048, 9425, 0324, 1866, 2924, 4117, 5094, 6257, 7532, 8362, 9055, 9501, 0365, 2222, 2962, 4435, 5266, 6540, 7606, 8382, 9072, 9503, 0842, 2263, 3007, 4503, 5369, 6541, 7628, 8455, 9098, 9517, 0984, 2382, 3197, 4575, 5454, 6550, 7655, 8494, 9215, 9668, 1196, 2491, 3288, 4621, 5532, 6607, 7695, 8687, 9247, 9920, 1297, 2496, 3424, 4677, 5596, 6849, 7749, 8729, 9267, 9972.

How to Check Your Result

Winners can visit the official Nagaland State Lottery website or a trusted lottery results portal, open the Dear Tuesday Weekly Lottery Result section, and download or view the official result PDF to compare their ticket number with the published winning numbers. 

The Nagaland State Lottery is owned and regulated by the Government of Nagaland and was established in 1972 under the Lotteries (Regulation) Act, 1998. The draws are conducted transparently under government supervision, and results are published officially in PDF format with complete winner details.

How to Claim Your Prize

For smaller winnings of up to ₹10,000, prize money can be collected directly from authorised lottery agents, distributors, or sellers approved by the state government. However, larger prize claims must be processed through official channels in accordance with prescribed guidelines. 

For prizes exceeding ₹10,000, every winner must submit their claim in the prescribed form to the Director of Nagaland State Lotteries or the Nodal Officer. The application must clearly include the claimant's name, postal address, contact number, and details of the winning ticket. 

Required documents include a PAN Card, Aadhaar Card, bank account details with a cancelled cheque, the original lottery ticket, three passport-size photographs, and photocopies of documents duly attested by a First-Class Magistrate or Notary Public, along with an affidavit confirming ownership of the winning ticket. 

Winners must ensure that their claim applications, along with all required documents, are submitted within 30 days from the date of the draw. Missing this deadline may result in forfeiture of the prize. 

The winning ticket must be in good condition, as damaged or tampered tickets are not accepted by authorities. Once all documents are verified, it takes approximately three days to receive the prize money after submission of all required documents along with the original winning ticket to the Nagaland State Lottery office.

Tax on Lottery Winnings

There is a 30% tax rate along with a 4% cess imposed on any lottery winnings in India. Winners should keep this in mind when calculating the actual amount they will receive after deductions. This applies to all prize categories that exceed the taxable threshold under Indian income tax rules. 

Important Reminders for Lottery Participants

Always purchase lottery tickets from authorised sellers only. Buying from unofficial sources can lead to fraud or receiving fake tickets that are not valid for any prize claim. The Nagaland State Lottery runs its draws on a daily basis at three time slots — 1 PM, 6 PM, and 8 PM — giving participants multiple chances throughout the day to win prizes.

Participants are encouraged to play responsibly and within their means. Lottery participation should be treated as a form of entertainment, not a financial strategy or regular income source.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. The publication does not promote or endorse gambling of any kind.