In words (Indian)Twelve Lakh
InternationalOne Million Two Hundred Thousand
In Hindiबारह लाख
In figures12,00,000 · 1,200,000
✍️ Writing ₹12,00,000 on a cheque
Pay Name of the payee
Rupees Twelve Lakh Only
₹ 12,00,000/-
- Words line: "Rupees Twelve Lakh Only" — start at the far left and draw a line after "Only".
- Figures box: "12,00,000/-" right next to the ₹ sign, with Indian commas.
- Words and figures must match exactly, or the bank may return the cheque.
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❓ Frequently asked questions
How do you write 12 Lakh in words?
12 Lakh (12,00,000) is written "Twelve Lakh" in the Indian system and "One Million Two Hundred Thousand" in the international system.
How do I write 12 Lakh on a cheque?
Write "Rupees Twelve Lakh Only" on the words line and "12,00,000/-" in the amount box.
How many zeros are in 12 Lakh?
12 Lakh written as 12,00,000 has 5 zeros and 7 digits.
How do you write 12 Lakh in Hindi?
12 Lakh in Hindi is "बारह लाख".
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