How To Play
Everything you need to know to play and win big.
1
Pick Your Numbers
Select 5 main numbers from 1-70 and 1 Mega Ball from 1-25. You can choose your own numbers or use Quick Pick for random selections.
2
Choose Megaplier (Optional)
For an extra $1 per play, add Megaplier to multiply non-jackpot prizes by 2x, 3x, 4x, 5x.
3
Buy Your Ticket
Tickets cost $2 per play. Available at authorized lottery retailers in 45 states, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
4
Watch the Drawing
Drawings are held Tuesday and Friday at 11:00 PM ET. 5 main numbers are drawn from 1-70, then 1 Mega Ball from 1-25.
5
Check Your Numbers
Match all 5 main numbers plus the Mega Ball to win the top prize. There are 9 prize tiers in total.
Drawing Schedule
Tuesday and Friday — 11:00 PM ET
Ticket sales cut off 1-2 hours before drawing (varies by state)
Overall Odds
| Match | Odds |
|---|---|
| 5 + MB (Jackpot) | 1 in 302,575,350 |
| 5 + 0 | 1 in 12,607,306 |
| 4 + MB | 1 in 931,001 |
| 4 + 0 | 1 in 38,792 |
| 3 + MB | 1 in 14,547 |
| Any Prize | 1 in 24 |
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