Mega Millions Prediction for the next draw: September 15, 2026

Mega Millions is played by selecting 5 numbers from 1–70 and 1 Mega Ball number from 1–25.

• Numbers can be chosen manually or generated randomly using Quick Pick.
• Each ticket is entered into the next scheduled drawing after purchase.
• A prize is won by matching the Mega Ball alone or a qualifying combination of numbers.
• The jackpot is won only by matching all 5 white balls plus the Mega Ball.

Drawings take place 2 times per week, and ticket sales close before each draw according to state rules.

A Mega Millions ticket costs $2 per play line.

• The optional Megaplier feature can be added for $1 per line.
• Megaplier multiplies non-jackpot prizes by 2x, 3x, 4x or 5x.
• The total ticket cost depends on the number of lines played and future draws selected.

The jackpot prize is not multiplied by Megaplier.

Mega Millions offers 9 prize tiers based on matching numbers.

• Match 5 + Mega Ball: jackpot, odds 1 in 302,575,350
• Match 5: $1,000,000, odds 1 in 12,607,306
• Match 4 + Mega Ball: $10,000, odds 1 in 931,001
• Match 4: $500, odds 1 in 38,792
• Match 3 + Mega Ball: $200, odds 1 in 14,547
• Match 3: $10, odds 1 in 606
• Match 2 + Mega Ball: $10, odds 1 in 693
• Match 1 + Mega Ball: $4, odds 1 in 89
• Match Mega Ball only: $2, odds 1 in 37

The overall odds of winning any prize are 1 in 24. Jackpots start at $20,000,000 and roll over until won. Winners can choose between a lump-sum cash option or a 30-year annuity. Federal and state taxes may apply, and prizes must be claimed in the state where the ticket was purchased.