Draw Day Update: Today, Wednesday, 10 December 2025, the National Savings Division is conducting Draw No. 20 for the Rs. 25,000 Premium Prize Bond in Faisalabad. This post is your central hub. We will publish the official winning bond numbers here as soon as they are released by the authorities. Bookmark this page and refresh for live updates.
📌 Draw #20 At A Glance
- Bond Denomination: Rs. 25,000 (Premium)
- Draw Number: 20
- Date: 10 December 2025
- City: Faisalabad
- Status: Draw is being held today. Results pending.
💰 Prize Structure of Rs. 25,000 Premium Prize Bond
Each quarterly draw for the Rs. 25,000 bond creates a total of 1,700 winners, distributing life-changing sums. The prize pool is structured as follows:
| Prize Tier | Number of Prizes | Prize Amount (PKR) | Total Value per Tier |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Prize | 2 | Rs. 30,000,000 each | Rs. 60,000,000 |
| Second Prize | 5 | Rs. 10,000,000 each | Rs. 50,000,000 |
| Third Prize | 700 | Rs. 300,000 each | Rs. 210,000,000 |
| Grand Total Prize Money Distributed per Draw | Rs. 320,000,000 | ||
This makes the Rs. 25,000 Premium bond the second-highest denomination in Pakistan’s prize bond scheme, offering a significant opportunity for substantial, tax-free returns on investment.
🔍 Live Results: Winning Numbers for Draw #20 (10 Dec 2025)
📝 How to Check When Results Are Out:
- On This Page: This section will be updated with the complete list of first, second, and third prize numbers.
- Official Sources: Results are officially published by the National Savings Division and the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP)[
- Newspapers: Major national dailies often publish the winning numbers in the days following the draw.
First Prize Winners (Rs. 30,000,000 Each)
011964 248597
Second Prize Winners (Rs. 10,000,000 Each)
134967 142559 235255
368635 886733
Third Prize Winners (Rs. 300,000 Each)
📱 Pro Tip for Regular Investors
Consider saving your bond numbers in a digital note or a dedicated prize bond checking app. This makes it much faster to cross-reference them against the winning lists when results are announced, ensuring you never miss a win.
✅ How to Claim Your Rs. 25,000 Prize Bond Winnings
If your number matches, congratulations! Follow this step-by-step guide to claim your prize
- Verify & Secure Documents:
- Original Winning Bond Certificate: Do not fold or damage it.
- Original CNIC (Computerised National Identity Card): Of the bondholder.
- CNIC Photocopy: A clear copy.
- Visit an Authorised Office: You have six years from the draw date to claim your prize. Go to:
- Any National Savings Centre.
- The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP).
- Authorised commercial banks (like National Bank, HBL, UBL, MCB, etc.).
- Submission & Tax Deduction: Submit your documents. The cashier will deduct the applicable withholding tax (see below) and disburse the net prize money to you.
📄 Important Tax Information on Prize Money
Prize bond winnings are subject to withholding tax, which is deducted at the source before you receive the payment. The rate depends on your taxpayer status:
| Taxpayer Status | Withholding Tax Rate on Prizes | Net Receivable on Rs. 10 Million Prize* |
|---|---|---|
| Filer (Active Taxpayer) | 15% | Rs. 8,500,000 |
| Non-Filer | 30% | Rs. 7,000,000 |
*Example for illustration. The same rates apply to all prize tiers.
Key Takeaway: Being a registered tax filer significantly increases your net winnings. Ensure your tax status is in order. The prize money itself is tax-free income in your annual return; only this withholding tax applies.
🗓️ Rs. 25,000 Premium Prize Bond 2025 Schedule & Historical Results
The Rs. 25,000 bond draws are held quarterly, every three months. Here is the official schedule for 2025:
| Draw No. | Date | Day | City | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 10 March 2025 | Mon | Muzaffarabad | Completed |
| 18 | 10 June 2025 | Tue | Lahore | Completed |
| 19 | 10 September 2025 | Wed | Karachi | Completed |
| 20 | 10 December 2025 | Wed | Faisalabad | Today’s Draw |
Note: If a scheduled date falls on a public holiday, the draw is held on the next working day.
Historical First Prize Winners (Recent Draws)
For reference, here are the first prize winners from the last few draws:
- Draw 19 (10 Sep 2025, Karachi): Bonds 473823 & 887874 won Rs. 30,000,000 each.
- Draw 18 (10 Jun 2025, Lahore): Bonds 235174 & 272160 won Rs. 30,000,000 each.
- Draw 17 (10 Mar 2025, Muzaffarabad): Bonds 862446 & 887434 won Rs. 30,000,000 each.
💡 Why Invest in Rs. 25,000 Premium Prize Bonds?
As a safe, government-backed instrument, the Rs. 25,000 Premium bond is a popular choice for conservative investors seeking security with a chance for high reward.
Advantages:
- Capital Safety: Your principal of Rs. 25,000 is 100% secure and backed by the Government of Pakistan. You can encash it at face value anytime at the State Bank or authorized banks.
- High-Value Prize Potential: Offers the chance to win multi-crore, life-changing sums.
- No Dedicated Lock-in: Unlike fixed deposits, there’s no mandatory holding period for the bond itself.
- Accessibility: Available for purchase at most major commercial banks across Pakistan.
Points to Consider:
- No Regular Interest: Unlike savings accounts, prize bonds do not pay periodic interest. The return comes solely from winning a draw.
- Probability of Winning: While thousands win, the odds for the top prizes among millions of bonds are low. It should be viewed as a savings instrument with a lottery feature, not a guaranteed return plan.
For a detailed comparison with other denominations like the Rs. 40,000 bond, visit our guide.
💬 Community Discussion
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