Mega Millions
5 numbers (1-70) + Mega Ball (1-25)Min 1 · Max 25
About Mega Millions
Mega Millions is a multi-state jackpot game known for some of the largest lottery prizes ever awarded. Pick 5 numbers from 1–70 and one Mega Ball from 1–25. Drawings are held every Tuesday and Friday at 11:00 PM ET.
Tips for Playing Mega Millions
- The Mega Ball (green ball) comes from a separate pool of 1–25 and must match exactly, just like the Powerball. Generate a new set if you want a different Mega Ball.
- Megaplier is a $1 add-on that multiplies non-jackpot prizes by 2×, 3×, 4×, or 5×. It applies to all prize tiers except the jackpot.
- Matching just the Mega Ball with no main numbers wins $2, the easiest prize available. It pays the same with or without Megaplier.
Mega Millions: Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Mega Millions jackpot odds?
The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are 1 in 302,575,350. The second prize, matching all 5 main numbers without the Mega Ball, is $1 million, or $2 million with the Megaplier add-on.
How is Mega Millions different from Powerball?
Both are multi-state jackpot games with two number pools and similar starting jackpots. Mega Millions draws Tuesday and Friday; Powerball draws Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Mega Millions has slightly worse jackpot odds (1 in 302M vs 1 in 292M) but both games are played in Pennsylvania.
When does the Mega Millions jackpot reset?
After a jackpot is won, the prize resets to $20 million for the following drawing. If the jackpot rolls for a long time, the advertised amount can grow to hundreds of millions or more before it is won.
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.