What is the difference between Tambola and Bingo?

Tambola and 90-ball bingo are the same game. "Tambola" is the name used in India and South Asia; "Housie" is the name used in Australia and New Zealand; "Bingo" is the common term in the UK and internationally. The rules, ticket structure, and number pool (1–90) are identical across all three names.

How many numbers are on a Tambola ticket?

Each Tambola ticket has 15 numbers arranged in a 3×9 grid. Each row contains exactly 5 numbers and 4 blank spaces. The nine columns cover specific number ranges: column 1 has numbers from 1–9, column 2 from 10–19, and so on up to column 9 which covers 80–90.

What are the prizes in Tambola?

Standard Tambola prizes are: First Line (completing any single horizontal row), Second Line (completing any two rows), and Full House (all 15 numbers on the ticket marked off). Many games also add Early Five (first player to mark any 5 numbers) or Corners (marking the first and last numbers in the top and bottom rows). Each prize is announced and awarded before play continues.

Can I use these tickets for a paid Tambola event?

Yes — there are no restrictions on personal, community, or organizational use. All tickets are free to generate and print. For paid events such as fundraisers or kitty parties, generate unique tickets for each participant so no two players have the same layout.

How many tickets can I generate at once?

You can generate up to 200 unique Tambola tickets in a single session at no cost, with no account required. Choose how many tickets print per page (1, 2, 4, or 6) and download as a PDF or print directly from your browser.

Is there a Tambola number caller I can use with these tickets?

Yes — use our free 90-ball caller, which draws numbers 1–90 in random order and tracks call history. Open it on a laptop or cast it to a TV while players follow along on their printed tickets.

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What is Tambola?

Tambola is the Indian name for 90-ball bingo, played widely across India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and the South Asian diaspora worldwide. The game is identical in structure to British Housie — each ticket is a 3×9 grid containing 15 numbers spread across three rows, with exactly 5 numbers and 4 blank spaces per row.

Numbers are called one at a time from a pool of 1 to 90. Players mark off numbers on their tickets as they are called. Three prizes are typically awarded in a single game: the first player to complete a full horizontal row wins "Early Five" or "First Line," completing two rows wins "Second Line," and completing all 15 numbers wins the "Full House" (also called "Housie"). Some games also include an "Early Five" prize for the first player to mark 5 numbers in any arrangement.

Tambola is a fixture at family gatherings, festivals, office parties, kitty parties, and fundraising events. This generator produces correctly structured Tambola tickets — the same 90-ball format used everywhere, with the traditional number distribution across columns.

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Who plays Tambola?

Family gatherings and festivals

Tambola is a staple at Diwali parties, Eid celebrations, weddings, and family reunions. It works for any group size — generate enough tickets for all your guests and run the caller on a laptop or TV.

Kitty parties and social groups

Kitty party groups across India have played Tambola as their go-to game for decades. Print a fresh set of unique tickets each time so regulars aren't replaying the same layouts.

Office parties and corporate events

Tambola is one of the most popular ice-breaker games at office parties and team events. It's easy to run, requires no prior knowledge, and keeps everyone engaged until the last number is called.

Schools and fundraising events

Schools and community organizations use Tambola as a fundraiser. Sell tickets to participants, run the game with our free caller, and award prizes for each line and full house.

South Asian diaspora communities

Tambola is played at community centres, cultural associations, and social clubs across the UK, USA, Canada, and Australia wherever South Asian communities gather. Generate as many tickets as you need for any crowd size.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Tambola and Bingo?: Tambola and 90-ball bingo are the same game. "Tambola" is the name used in India and South Asia; "Housie" is the name used in Australia and New Zealand; "Bingo" is the common term in the UK and internationally. The rules, ticket structure, and number pool (1–90) are identical across all three names.
How many numbers are on a Tambola ticket?: Each Tambola ticket has 15 numbers arranged in a 3×9 grid. Each row contains exactly 5 numbers and 4 blank spaces. The nine columns cover specific number ranges: column 1 has numbers from 1–9, column 2 from 10–19, and so on up to column 9 which covers 80–90.
What are the prizes in Tambola?: Standard Tambola prizes are: First Line (completing any single horizontal row), Second Line (completing any two rows), and Full House (all 15 numbers on the ticket marked off). Many games also add Early Five (first player to mark any 5 numbers) or Corners (marking the first and last numbers in the top and bottom rows). Each prize is announced and awarded before play continues.
Can I use these tickets for a paid Tambola event?: Yes — there are no restrictions on personal, community, or organizational use. All tickets are free to generate and print. For paid events such as fundraisers or kitty parties, generate unique tickets for each participant so no two players have the same layout.
How many tickets can I generate at once?: You can generate up to 200 unique Tambola tickets in a single session at no cost, with no account required. Choose how many tickets print per page (1, 2, 4, or 6) and download as a PDF or print directly from your browser.
Is there a Tambola number caller I can use with these tickets?: Yes — use our free 90-ball caller, which draws numbers 1–90 in random order and tracks call history. Open it on a laptop or cast it to a TV while players follow along on their printed tickets.