Teej tambola is a green, festive game for the monsoon celebration of Hariyali Teej. Print up to 600 unique Teej tambola tickets in leaf green with a rain motif on every one, then call the numbers and give prizes such as the Jhoola Line, the Ghevar Line and the Sawan Full House. The pack has a caller sheet, a prize list and a rules page, and you can also play it live on phones.
Teej tambola to print (PDF)
These four pages show a Teej tambola set: a page of tickets titled “Hariyali Teej Tambola”, the 1 to 90 caller sheet, the prize list with the Teej prize names and the one-page rules. Click a picture for the PDF, or use the generator at the top of the page to change the title, the date, the paper size and the number of tickets.
What is in the Teej tambola pack
Everything below is made in your browser, and nothing you type is uploaded. Put the name of your ladies’ club or your family in the title box.
| Page | What you get | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Tickets | Real strips of six: each strip uses every number from 1 to 90 exactly once | Up to 600 tickets, leaf green with a monsoon motif and rose-pink trim, with your title and the club name on every ticket |
| Caller sheet | A 1 to 90 grid to cross off as you call | Keep it to check every winning claim |
| Prize list | The six Teej prizes, from Mehendi Five to Sawan Full House | Space to write each prize and the winning ticket number |
| Rules page | A one-page script to read out before the first number | Covers claims and what happens after a wrong one |
Teej tambola prizes and what they mean
The Teej theme names each prize after something at the celebration, so reading the list out loud sets the mood. Here is what each prize means and how to win it:
| Prize | How to win | Teej link |
|---|---|---|
| Mehendi Five | Early Five: the first five numbers marked on a ticket | Henna on the hands is the first thing a Teej celebration needs |
| Jhoola Line | Top Line: all five numbers on the top row | A jhoola is a swing hung from a tree, the symbol of Teej |
| Ghevar Line | Middle Line: all five numbers on the middle row | Ghevar is the honeycomb-shaped sweet that is a Teej specialty, especially in Rajasthan |
| Bangle Line | Bottom Line: all five numbers on the bottom row | Green glass bangles are worn on Teej |
| Four Bindis | Corners: the first and last number of the top and bottom rows | A bindi in each corner of the ticket |
| Sawan Full House | Full House: all fifteen numbers marked | Sawan is the rainy month of Shravana, when Teej falls |
Number calls for your Teej tambola
Teej has a few numbers that guests know: the third day, the three Teej festivals and the sixteen adornments. Use these calls to turn the numbers into small facts:
| Number | Call it | Why |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | One swing | The jhoola hung from a branch and decorated with flowers |
| 3 | Tritiya and three Teejs | Teej falls on the third day of the bright fortnight, and there are three Teej festivals: Hariyali, Kajari and Hartalika |
| 12 | A dozen green bangles | Green glass bangles are a mark of the festival |
| 16 | Solah shringar | The sixteen adornments that women wear for the day |
| 21 | Shubh ikkis | A lucky number for gifts and blessings |
| 30 | Thirty days of Sawan | Shravana lasts about a month, with fasts, songs and swings |
| 7 | Seven colors | The rainbow after the rains |
| 90 | Top of the shop | The last number on the board |
How long does a Teej tambola game last?
A Teej tambola should fit between the swings and the sweets, so it helps to know how long a game runs. The table shows when each prize is usually won and how many minutes the whole game takes at the default speed of 10 seconds a call.
| Tickets | Typical crowd | Early Five | First full line | Full House | Time at 10 s a call |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 tickets | a small circle of friends | call 14 (12 to 17) | call 43 (36 to 49) | call 76 (71 to 78) | 13 min |
| 24 tickets | a ladies’ Teej kitty | call 13 (11 to 15) | call 38 (33 to 42) | call 73 (69 to 76) | 12 min |
| 48 tickets | a society Teej festival | call 11 (10 to 13) | call 32 (27 to 37) | call 70 (67 to 73) | 12 min |
| 90 tickets | a large community mela | call 10 (9 to 11) | call 29 (25 to 33) | call 68 (64 to 70) | 11 min |
The numbers come from real simulations of this generator: 300 games for each ticket count, with the typical call number and the middle half of results in brackets. More tickets mean the first prizes arrive sooner, but with 12 to 90 tickets the Full House still comes around call 68 to 76, because someone must complete all fifteen numbers. Between the songs and the swinging, choose 8 seconds a call and play for the Jhoola Line and the Sawan Full House.
Teej kitty party games for a green afternoon
Teej kitty party games should match the mood: green clothes, mehendi, songs and sweets. Tambola is a natural game, because it can be played while the henna dries and while the swings are being set up. The Teej theme gives you ready-made prize names, and the green tickets look good on a table of bangles and flowers.
Hariyali Teej games for the monsoon celebration
Hariyali Teej games can start with a quiet round of tambola and move to singing, dancing and a contest for the best henna. Hariyali Teej is the best known of the three Teej festivals and is associated with Shiva and Parvati and with the greenery of the rains. For the details, see Wikipedia’s Teej article.
Teej party tambola for the ladies’ circle
A Teej party tambola is easy to set up. Print the tickets, bring a basket of green bangles as prizes and let the guests mark the numbers while they chat. Add a game of handbag bingo for the second half, and the afternoon is complete.
Sawan tambola for the whole month
Sawan tambola can be played all through the month of Shravana, with a new title each week. The month has Monday fasts, Teej and Raksha Bandhan, so there is always an occasion. See also monsoon tambola for a rain-themed version.
How to run a Teej tambola in six steps
- A week before: decide the prizes, the sweets and the henna artist.
- Print: type the club name into the title box and print the green tickets, the caller sheet and the prize list.
- At the party: give each guest a ticket and a pen, and ask a helper to mark the numbers for guests with wet henna.
- Before the first number: read the prize list and explain the Teej names.
- During the game: call a number every 10 seconds, and pause when it is time for the swing songs.
- After the game: check each win against the caller sheet and hand out the prizes.
Prize ideas for a Teej tambola
- A pack of green glass bangles for the Mehendi Five
- A small swing-shaped charm or a flower garland for the Jhoola Line
- A box of ghevar or other sweets for the Ghevar Line
- A set of bindis or a pair of earrings for the Bangle Line
- A bigger gift, such as a green dupatta or a gift voucher, for the Sawan Full House
Type any of these into the “Extra fun prizes” box and they print on the prize list:
- Tritiya: the first guest to mark the number 3
- Solah Shringar: the first to mark the number 16
- Green Dozen: the first to mark the number 12
- Best Green Outfit: a bonus prize for the best green outfit, no ticket needed
Host tips for a smooth game
- Ask guests to wear green, and give a small prize for the best outfit.
- Offer a helper to mark the tickets for guests with fresh henna.
- Print the tickets in color so that the green theme shows.
- Pause for a few Teej songs between prizes to keep the party festive.
Wikipedia’s Teej article describes the three Teej festivals and their customs.
Play Teej tambola live on phones
Press Create game in the live game below, share the link and every guest opens a different e-ticket on their phone. Numbers are called automatically at the speed you choose, read aloud in English or Hindi if you like, and you can check any winning claim by ticket number. No app and no sign-up. It helps a ladies’ circle where some members cannot travel in the rain.
Teej tambola: frequently asked questions
What are good Teej games for a ladies’ party?
Tambola, antakshari with Teej songs and a henna contest are easy and popular. Tambola is the best seated game, and it can be played while the henna dries.
When is Hariyali Teej?
Hariyali Teej falls on the third day of the bright fortnight of the month of Shravana, usually in July or August. The date changes each year with the lunar calendar.
Can I use Teej tambola for a kitty party?
Yes. The tickets work for any kitty or ladies’ circle, and you can change the title to the name of your club.
How many tickets can I print?
From 1 to 600 in one go, with 3, 6, 8 or 12 tickets per page. Press New tickets for a completely different set, and choose Letter or A4 paper, in color or black and white.
Are the teej tambola tickets free?
Yes. The tickets, caller sheet, prize list, rules page and live game are all free for home, club and classroom use, with no sign-up.