How To Play
Everything you need to know to play and win big.
1
Pick Your Numbers
Select 5 main numbers from 1-69 and 1 Powerball from 1-26. You can choose your own numbers or use Quick Pick for random selections.
2
Choose Power Play (Optional)
For an extra $1 per play, add Power Play to multiply non-jackpot prizes by 2x, 3x, 4x, 5x, 10x.
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 Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 PM ET. 5 main numbers are drawn from 1-69, then 1 Powerball from 1-26.
5
Check Your Numbers
Match all 5 main numbers plus the Powerball to win the top prize. There are 9 prize tiers in total.
Drawing Schedule
Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday — 10:59 PM ET
Ticket sales cut off 1-2 hours before drawing (varies by state)
Overall Odds
| Match | Odds |
|---|---|
| 5 + PB (Jackpot) | 1 in 292,201,338 |
| 5 + 0 | 1 in 11,688,053 |
| 4 + PB | 1 in 913,129 |
| 4 + 0 | 1 in 36,525 |
| 3 + PB | 1 in 14,494 |
| Any Prize | 1 in 24.9 |
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