Illinois Lottery Results
Illinois Winning Numbers Dashboard for All Games
IL Powerball (Mon, Wed, Sat)
IL Mega Millions (Tue, Fri)
Illinois Lotto (Mon, Wed, Sat)
Lucky Day Lotto (2 Draws Daily)
IL Pick 4 (2 Draws Daily)
IL Pick 3 (2 Draws Daily)
Illinois Lottery Winning Numbers: Live Daily Results, Draw Schedules & Player Guide
Welcome to Illinois’ leading real-time lottery verification platform. Whether you are tracking the multi-state mega-jackpots of Powerball and Mega Millions, checking Illinois’ flagship Lotto (featuring Extra Shot, Lotto Million 1, and Lotto Million 2), pursuing daily jackpots in Lucky Day Lotto (Midday & Evening), or matching numbers in Pick 4 and Pick 3 with Fireball, our platform delivers accurate, audited winning numbers immediately as official drawings conclude.
Founded in 1974 following the passage of the Illinois Lottery Law, the Illinois Lottery is dedicated to generating revenue for public education, infrastructure, and targeted charitable causes across the Prairie State. Over the last 50 years, the Illinois Lottery has generated more than $24 billion for the Common School Fund, directly supporting K-12 public education statewide, alongside funding for the Capital Projects Fund, specialty cause causes including breast cancer research, veterans' assistance, homelessness prevention, and Alzheimer's research.
Complete Overview of Illinois Lottery Draw Games
The Illinois Lottery operates an exciting collection of multi-state jackpot games, state-exclusive rolling lotteries with multiple secondary draws, and twice-daily pick games with the Fireball add-on. Below is the complete drawing schedule, draw times, and game matrix breakdown:
| Game Name | Drawing Days | Draw Time (CT) | Ball Format | Starting Jackpot / Top Prize |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🚀 Powerball | Monday, Wednesday, Saturday | 9:59 PM CT | 5/69 + 1/26 (PB) | $20 Million (Rolls over) |
| 🌌 Mega Millions | Tuesday, Friday | 10:00 PM CT | 5/70 + 1/24 (MB) | $20 Million (Rolls over) |
| 🎟️ Illinois Lotto | Monday, Thursday, Saturday | 9:22 PM CT | 6/50 (3 Drawings in 1!) | $2 Million (Plus two $1M draws) |
| 🍀 Lucky Day Lotto | 2 Draws Daily (Midday & Evening) | 12:40 PM & 9:22 PM CT | 5/45 | $100,000 (Rolls over) |
| 🔢 Pick 4 | 2 Draws Daily (Midday & Evening) | 12:40 PM & 9:22 PM CT | 4 Digits (0000 - 9999) | $5,000 (Straight on $1) |
| 🎲 Pick 3 | 2 Draws Daily (Midday & Evening) | 12:40 PM & 9:22 PM CT | 3 Digits (000 - 999) | $500 (Straight on $1) |
Game Rules & How to Play Illinois Lottery Games
1. Illinois Lotto (3 Million-Dollar Chances on Every $2 Ticket)
Illinois Lotto is the state's flagship jackpot game. For $2 per play, players select 6 numbers from 1 to 50. What makes Illinois Lotto unique is that every ticket automatically enters THREE separate drawings on the same night: the Main Jackpot drawing (starts at $2,000,000 and grows), the Lotto Million 1 drawing (fixed $1,000,000 top prize), and the Lotto Million 2 drawing (fixed $1,000,000 top prize)! Drawings take place every Monday, Thursday, and Saturday night at 9:22 PM CT. Players can also add the Extra Shot feature for $1 to multiply non-jackpot prizes.
2. Powerball & Mega Millions (Multi-State Titans)
Illinois players participate in both multi-jurisdiction jackpot lotteries. In Powerball ($2 per ticket), pick 5 white balls (1-69) plus 1 red Powerball (1-26). In Mega Millions ($2 per ticket), pick 5 white balls (1-70) plus 1 gold Mega Ball (1-24). Add Power Play or Megaplier for $1 extra to multiply non-jackpot prizes up to 10x or double Match 5 prizes to $2,000,000 cash.
3. Lucky Day Lotto (Twice Daily Rolling Jackpot)
Drawn twice daily at 12:40 PM CT (Midday) and 9:22 PM CT (Evening). For $1 per play, choose 5 numbers from 1 to 45. Jackpots start at $100,000 and roll over after every drawing until won. Add EZmatch for $1 to win up to $500 cash instantly at checkout.
4. Pick 3 and Pick 4 with Fireball (Twice Daily)
Drawn twice every day at 12:40 PM CT and 9:22 PM CT. Players select their digits and wager from $0.50 to $5 across Straight, Box, Straight/Box, Combo, Front Pair, and Back Pair options. The optional Fireball add-on draws an extra number (0-9) that can replace any drawn number to create additional winning combinations.
Where Does the Money Go? Education & Capital Projects
Every lottery dollar spent in Illinois generates vital funding for education, roads, public infrastructure, and specialty health causes:
- Common School Fund (CSF): The vast majority of net proceeds support K-12 public schools across all 102 Illinois counties, funding classroom operations, teacher salaries, and instructional technology.
- Capital Projects Fund: Financing state roads, bridges, public transit systems, and modern school facilities across Illinois.
- Specialty Cause Scratch-Offs: 100% of proceeds from specialty cause tickets support the Illinois Veterans Grants, Carolyn Adams Ticket for the Cure (breast cancer research), Special Olympics Illinois, the Alzheimer's Care Fund, Homelessness Prevention, and HIV/AIDS support programs.
Key Features of Our Illinois Lottery Results Portal
- Instant Real-Time Result Verification: Winning combinations are published live within seconds of official draw completion.
- Multi-Draw Live Countdown Clocks: Dynamic UTC-synchronized countdown clocks show exact time remaining until every drawing cut-off.
- Custom 3D Billiard Ball Rendering: High-definition visual balls with clear color coding for Powerball red balls, Mega Millions gold balls, and Extra Shot numbers.
- 30-Day Historical Result Archives: Comprehensive calendar directory to check past winning numbers, historical sequences, and statistical patterns.
- Mobile & Desktop Optimization: Ultra-fast, lightweight design optimized for quick checking on smartphones, tablets, or computers.
How to Claim Illinois Lottery Prizes
Prizes must be claimed in accordance with Illinois Lottery regulations:
- Prizes up to $600: Can be claimed immediately in cash at any authorized Illinois Lottery retailer across the state.
- Prizes over $600 to $25,000: Can be claimed online through the player's official iLottery account, by mail, or at Illinois Lottery Claim Centers (located in Chicago, Des Plaines, Springfield, Fairview Heights, and Rockford).
- Prizes over $25,000: Must be claimed by appointment at an official Illinois Lottery Claim Center or by mail.
- Claim Deadlines: All draw game tickets must be claimed within 1 full year (365 days) from the official draw date. (Instant tickets must be claimed within 1 year from the announced game end date).
- Tax Withholding: Prizes over $5,000 are subject to mandatory 24% federal income tax withholding and a 4.95% Illinois state income tax withholding.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - Illinois Lottery
What time do Illinois Lottery drawings take place?
Midday drawings (Pick 3, Pick 4, Lucky Day Lotto) take place daily at 12:40 PM CT. Evening drawings (Pick 3, Pick 4, Lucky Day Lotto, Illinois Lotto) occur at 9:22 PM CT. Powerball draws at 9:59 PM CT (Mon/Wed/Sat), and Mega Millions draws at 10:00 PM CT (Tue/Fri).
Can Illinois Lottery winners remain anonymous?
Yes! Under Illinois state law, winners of prizes of $250,000 or more can submit a written request at the time of claiming to keep their name, city of residence, and personal identity confidential.
What is the minimum age to purchase Illinois Lottery tickets?
You must be 18 years of age or older to purchase lottery tickets or redeem prizes in Illinois.
Can I buy Illinois Lottery tickets online?
Yes! Illinois was the very first US state to offer online lottery sales. Players physically located within Illinois state borders can buy tickets for Powerball, Mega Millions, Lotto, Lucky Day Lotto, Pick 3, Pick 4, and digital Fast Play games on the official Illinois Lottery website and mobile app.
How long do I have to claim a winning ticket?
Illinois Lottery draw game tickets and scratch-offs are valid for one full year (365 days) from the date of the drawing or announced game closure.