Match 6
6 numbers (1-49)Min 1 · Max 25
About Match 6
Match 6 is a Pennsylvania-exclusive lottery game where you pick 6 numbers from a pool of 1–49. Match all six to win the jackpot, which grows until someone wins. Drawings are held daily at 7:00 PM ET. Tickets cost $2 each.
Tips for Playing Match 6
- Match 6 draws at the same time as Cash 5 (7:00 PM ET). If you play both, make sure you're buying tickets for the right game before the cut-off.
- The second prize (matching 5 of 6 numbers) and third prize (matching 4 of 6) have substantially better odds than the jackpot and still pay meaningful amounts.
- Unlike Powerball or Mega Millions, Match 6 is only available in Pennsylvania; you must purchase tickets at a PA Lottery retailer.
Match 6: Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Match 6 jackpot odds?
The odds of matching all 6 numbers are 1 in 13,983,816. This is calculated from the pool of 49 numbers: there are 13,983,816 possible 6-number combinations from 1 to 49. The odds are better than multi-state jackpot games but harder than PA-only games like Cash 5.
Does Match 6 have a maximum jackpot?
Match 6 does not have a publicly advertised jackpot cap. The prize grows with each drawing until someone matches all 6 numbers. After a jackpot is won, it resets to its starting amount for the following draw.
Play Responsibly
Lottery play is entertainment. Set a budget before you play and treat ticket purchases as the cost of that entertainment, not an investment or income strategy. No number generator, system, or selection method can change lottery odds. If gambling stops being fun, free and confidential help is available 24/7:
- PA Council on Problem Gambling: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
- National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
This site is not affiliated with the Pennsylvania Lottery. Always verify draw times, ticket prices, and official rules at palottery.state.pa.us.