How to Play Tambola on tmbola.in

Each Tambola ticket is a grid of 3 rows and 9 columns. Every row has exactly 5 numbers and 4 blank cells, giving 15 numbers per ticket. Numbers range from 1 to 90:

• Column 1: numbers 1–9
• Column 2: numbers 10–19
• Column 3: numbers 20–29 … up to Column 9: 80–90

1. A caller (host) draws numbers from 1 to 90 one at a time, in random order.
2. Players check their tickets. If a called number appears, they mark it.
3. When a player completes a winning pattern, they claim the award.
4. The host verifies the claim. Valid = prize won. Invalid = "Bogey" and the game continues.
5. The game ends when all awards are claimed or all 90 numbers are called.

These are the most common prizes. The host decides which to include and how many winners each allows.

• Only mark numbers that have actually been called.
• Claim awards immediately when you complete the pattern — don't wait!
• Wrong claims are rejected (Bogey). No penalty, keep playing.
• The host's decision is final on all disputes.
• Blank cells never count toward any award.
• Once an award reaches its maximum winners, it's closed.

tmbola.in is a free, browser-based Tambola platform. No app download needed. Two modes available:

Setting Up a Game

1. Sign in with Google on the landing page. Only hosts need an account.
2. You'll get a unique Room ID. Share the link or code with your friends.
3. Configure awards — add, remove, or rename. Set winner count and optional point values per award.
4. Choose tickets per player (1, 2, or 3). All players get the same count.
5. Optionally save your setup as a preset for quick reuse in future games.

During the Game

1. Once all players are ready, tap Start Game.
2. Tap Next Number to call numbers one at a time. Each number is broadcast to all players instantly.
3. When a player claims an award, their ticket appears on your screen. Tap Verify to auto-check (for standard awards) or inspect the color-coded cells manually.
4. Tap Confirm Win if valid, or Bogey if not.
5. The game ends when all awards are claimed. A leaderboard and summary are shown.

Joining a Game

1. Open the game link shared by the host, or enter the Room ID on tmbola.in.
2. Enter your name. No sign-in needed for players.
3. Check your ticket count and tap Ready.
4. Wait for the host to start the game.

During the Game

1. When a number is called, it appears on screen. Tap the matching number on your ticket to mark it.
2. The called numbers bar at the top shows all numbers called so far (scrolls horizontally).
3. When you complete a pattern, tap the award button below your ticket to claim it.
4. The host reviews your ticket and confirms or rejects. Result appears instantly.
5. Check the Prizes panel to see remaining awards and winners.

Playing with paper tickets at a party? Use tmbola.in as your digital caller:

• Manual mode: Tap "Next Number" at your own pace.
• Auto mode: Numbers called automatically at 3s, 5s, 8s, 12s intervals (or custom 1–30s).
• Voice announcements: Digit-by-digit pronunciation in multiple Indian languages.
• Visual board: 1–90 grid showing called vs remaining numbers. Display on a TV for everyone.
• Works offline: No internet needed after the page loads.

The full interface and voice announcements work in:

• English
• Hinglish (Hindi in English script)
• Hindi (Devanagari)
• Pungreji (Punjabi in English script)
• Chhattisgarhi
• Gujarati
• Kannada
• Telugu