Prize Bond Draw Schedule 2025 Announced for Pakistan

The National Savings Division of Pakistan has released the official Prize Bond Schedule for 2025, providing numerous opportunities for Pakistani citizens to win cash prizes ranging from a few thousand to several hundred thousand rupees throughout the year.

According to the announcement, the lottery draws will take place on specific dates set for various bond denominations. The schedule includes draws for Rs. 750, Rs. 100, Rs. 200, Rs. 1500, and other premium bond types. For instance, the first draw of the year will be held on January 15, 2025, for Rs. 750 bonds, followed by a Rs. 100 bond draw on February 17, 2025, and a Rs. 200 bond draw on March 17, 2025. The full list of draws can be seen below.

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has also made an announcement, setting deadlines for bondholders to return and redeem their prize bonds. The deadline for returning and redeeming bonds worth Rs. 40,000, Rs. 25,000, Rs. 15,000, and Rs. 7,500 is December 31, 2024. After this date, requests for return or exchange will be no longer accepted. Commercial banks have been instructed to process redemption requests until the new deadline.

The announcement by the National Savings Division and the State Bank of Pakistan aims to provide clarity to the public regarding the lottery draws and redemption deadlines for prize bonds in Pakistan, allowing citizens to plan their participation accordingly. The full schedule is available on the National Savings Division's official website, allowing citizens to plan their participation.