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Mega Millions jackpot: When is next drawing and how much is the prize money?

Mega Millions jackpot: When is next drawing and how much is the prize money?

ByArya Vaishnavi

Mar 26, 2025 07:16 PM IST

Find out the next date for Mega Millions drawing and the new jackpot value

One lucky lottery player in Illinois won the whopping $344 million Mega Millions jackpot on Tuesday. Per the game rules, the jackpot for the next drawing has been reset to its current starting value. So, here's all you need to know ahead of the next drawing:

When is the next Mega Millions drawing? Here's the new jackpot value(Representational Image)

When is the next Mega Millions drawing? Here's the new jackpot value(Representational Image)

When is the next Mega Millions drawing?

Mega Millions drawings are held every Tuesday and Friday at 11:00 pm ET. This means the next drawing is scheduled to take place on March 28.

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How much is the jackpot for next drawing?

The Mega Million jackpot saw a staggering rise up until Tuesday when a lucky player bagged the $344 million prize. According to the game's official website, the prize for the next drawing has been set at its current starting value of $20 million, of which $9.2 million can be claimed in cash.

What are the odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot?

The overall odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are 1 in 302,575,350, and the odds for any Mega Millions prize are 1 in 24, according to the lottery's official website.

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How much do the Mega Millions tickets cost?

The tickets for Mega Millions are currently priced at $2. Additionally, players in most jurisdictions can add the Megaplier for an additional $1 to multiply their winnings, except for the jackpot prize.

Where are the Mega Millions tickets sold?

Mega Millions tickets are sold in 45 states, Washington, D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Lottery players can purchase them in person at local gas stations, convenience stores, grocery stores, and airport terminals in some places. In some states, tickets can also be purchased online.

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