Mega Millions FAQS

When do Mega Millions drawings take place? +

Mega Millions drawings take place two times a week on Tuesday and Friday in Atlanta, Georgia at 10:00 PM CT.

How can I play Mega Millions? +

You can play Mega Millions either by visiting a lottery retailer or via a lottery courier. In order to enter, you must select five main numbers from 1 to 70 and a Mega Ball between 1 and 25. Read more about the Mega Millions rules on our How to Play page.

What time do ticket sales close? +

Mega Millions ticket sales in Texas close at 9:45 PM CT, before reopening for the next draw at 10:15 PM.

How much does a ticket cost? +

The price of a Mega Millions ticket is $2 per play. If you want to add the Megaplier option, you need to pay an extra $1.

Can I play Mega Millions in advance? +

Yes, you can enter up to 10 consecutive drawings if you mark the 'Multi-Draw' box.

What is the Megaplier option? +

Megaplier is an extra feature which can be added to your Mega Millions ticket for $1. By choosing this option, you could multiply your non-jackpot winnings by 2, 3, 4 or 5 times. Find out more about the Megaplier option on the How to Play page.

What is Just the Jackpot? +

Just the Jackpot is an option where you can buy two plays for $3 instead of $4. The twist is that you can only win the jackpot. You are not eligible to win any other prize, so you have to match all the numbers to get a payout.

What is the minimum jackpot offered? +

The Mega Millions jackpot starts at $20 million and can keep growing until it is won.

Does Mega Millions have a rollover limit or a jackpot cap? +

No, the Mega Millions jackpot will keep on rolling until a participant matches all six winning numbers.

What is the biggest Mega Millions jackpot ever won? +

The largest Mega Millions jackpot was worth $1.602 billion and it was won on August 8, 2023. The grand prize was won by a player from Florida who claimed the cash value option worth $783.3 million. The winning ticket was sold at a Publix in Neptune Beach. In Texas, the largest Mega Millions jackpot was won on September 10, 2024. The jackpot was worth $800 million and the winning ticket was sold at Murphy USA 8848 in Sugar Land.

What are the odds of winning a prize? +

The overall odds of winning a Mega Millions prize are approximately 1 in 24. The odds of winning the jackpot are 1 in 302,575,350. You can explore the odds of winning for each of the nine prize categories on our Odds and Prizes page.

How can I claim a prize I won? +

Winning tickets are valid for 180 days from the draw date. Depending on the amount of your prize, you may claim by mail or by organizing an appointment in Austin. Read more about how to claim prizes here.

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