Pakistan’s 2026 prize bond draw schedule lists the dates on which National Savings and the State Bank of Pakistan conduct draws for ordinary and premium bonds. As of 25 October 2026, the Rs. 750 draw held in Rawalpindi on 15 October has passed. The next scheduled draws are for Rs. 100 and Rs. 1,500 bonds on 16 November 2026.
Complete prize bond draw dates for 2026
The dates below are arranged by denomination rather than by publication date. They follow the official 2026 National Savings calendar; always confirm any subsequent notification or holiday-related change before attending a draw.
| Bond denomination | First 2026 draw | Second | Third | Fourth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rs. 100 | 16 February | 15 May | 17 August | 16 November |
| Rs. 200 | 16 March | 15 June | 15 September | 15 December |
| Rs. 750 | 15 January | 15 April | 15 July | 15 October |
| Rs. 1,500 | 16 February | 15 May | 17 August | 16 November |
| Rs. 25,000 premium | 10 March | 10 June | 10 September | 10 December |
| Rs. 40,000 premium | 10 March | 10 June | 10 September | 10 December |
Upcoming prize bond draws after 25 October 2026
| Scheduled date | Denomination | Draw city |
|---|---|---|
| 16 November 2026 | Rs. 100 | Faisalabad |
| 16 November 2026 | Rs. 1,500 | Hyderabad |
| 10 December 2026 | Rs. 25,000 premium | Karachi |
| 10 December 2026 | Rs. 40,000 premium | Lahore |
| 15 December 2026 | Rs. 200 | Peshawar |
The State Bank/National Savings schedule places the Rs. 25,000 premium draw in Karachi and the Rs. 40,000 premium draw in Lahore on 10 December 2026. Some third-party calendars differ on cities, so the official schedule should take precedence.
What happens if a draw date is a public holiday?
The official notice specifies that a draw scheduled on a public holiday will be held on the following working day. Weekend adjustments are already reflected in the listed 2026 dates in many cases. Do not assume the fifteenth of every month will always be the draw date; use the official calendar for the specific year.
Which prize bond denominations are included?
National Savings currently lists ordinary prize bonds of Rs. 100, Rs. 200, Rs. 750 and Rs. 1,500, plus registered premium prize bonds of Rs. 25,000 and Rs. 40,000. Premium bonds are not the same as ordinary bearer bonds and have their own registration and product conditions. A denomination’s purchase face value is not the same as the amount of a possible prize.
Who is eligible for a draw?
According to National Savings FAQs, a prize bond is entitled to participate only if it has been issued at least 60 days before the draw date. This does not guarantee that any bond will win. Keep custody and identification documentation appropriate to the bond type, and consult National Savings for replacement or claim procedures where needed.
How to check prize bond results
After a draw, open the National Savings official downloadable draw lists and select the correct denomination and date. Compare the full bond number carefully. Result postings may follow the draw; a newly scheduled event should not be described as completed until the official list is available.
An announcement that a draw has taken place is not a substitute for the official winning-number list. If you believe you have a winning bond, confirm its details through an authorized National Savings or State Bank channel before sharing documents or paying any claim-related charge.
Tax on prize bond winnings
National Savings states a withholding-tax rate of 15% for filers and 30% for non-filers on prize value, subject to the applicable current rules. This is a tax on a prize, not on the face value of a bond. Always verify your tax status and any updated official requirements at the time of claim.
How long can a winner claim a prize?
National Savings FAQs state a maximum claim period of six years from the draw date. A winner should nonetheless begin checking the applicable claim procedure early rather than depending on a deadline remembered from an older blog post. Different documentation can apply to registered premium bonds and ordinary bonds.
Questions about the 2026 draw calendar
What is the next prize bond draw?
On the 25 October 2026 information date, the next scheduled draws are Rs. 100 in Faisalabad and Rs. 1,500 in Hyderabad on 16 November 2026.
Are prize bonds drawn every month?
Each listed denomination has four scheduled draws a year, but the denominations have different months and dates. That creates a wider annual draw calendar.
Does the draw schedule guarantee a prize?
No. It only specifies when eligible bonds take part in a draw. Winning is not guaranteed.