Kerala Vishu Bumper BR-109 Result 2026: Here’s how the ₹12 crore winner’s final amount is calculated

The Kerala Vishu Bumper BR-109 lottery result 2026 was declared on Saturday, May 23, with ticket number VB 135452 winning the massive ₹12 crore first prize. The lucky ticket was sold in Karunagappally and distributed through agent Anil D (Agency No. Q 4301). 

Under current income tax rules, lottery winnings in India attract a mandatory 30% Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) under Section 115BB of the Income Tax Act. For the ₹12 crore jackpot, nearly ₹3.6 crore will be deducted as tax, leaving the winner with an estimated payout of around ₹8.4 crore.

Apart from TDS, lottery distributors and agents may also receive commission deductions, which usually range between 10% and 12% depending on the prize structure and agency terms. Despite these deductions, the Vishu Bumper remains one of the biggest and most sought-after lottery draws in Kerala.

The Kerala Vishu Bumper Lottery 2026 saw record ticket sales this year, with long queues reported at lottery shops across the state in the days leading up to the draw. The BR-109 tickets were priced at ₹300 each, and the ₹12 crore first prize created huge excitement among buyers.

How can winners claim the Vishu Bumper prize money?

Winners must claim their lottery prize within 30 days from the date of the draw. To process the claim, participants need to submit the original winning ticket along with valid Aadhaar card and PAN card details at the Directorate of State Lotteries.

Participants can also check the complete winning ticket list and official PDF results through the Kerala lottery result portals after the draw announcement.