6/42 Lotto Result April 24, 2021 – Lotto 6/42 draw happens today at the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) head office. Verified and latest winning combination are released here at 9 PM.
PCSO holds Lotto 6/42 draws every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday except when a prior announcement is made. Suspension of draws generally takes place during major national holidays.
These are the official and updated 6/42 Lotto Results for Saturday, April 24, 2021:
| Draw: | PCSO Lotto 6/42 |
|---|---|
| Date: | April 24, 2021 |
| Today’s Results (in any order): | 19-18-35-09-37-01 |
| Jackpot Prize: | Php 84,306,965.40 |
| Today’s Jackpot Winners: | 0 Winner(s) |
Any player who matches the 6/42 Lotto number combination above in any order wins the million peso jackpot prize tonight!
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Launched in 1995, 6/42 Lotto is the oldest of all lotto draws of PCSO. Jackpot starts at PhP 5.94 Million but the prize gets higher and higher until a lucky winner matches the winning combination. The odds of hitting the jackpot in Lotto 6/42 are 1 in 5,245,786.
PCSO likewise holds minor games three times per day. View the EZ2 Result (2D Result), Swertres Result (3D Result), 4D Result, 6D Result and STL Result together with the major lotto draws such as 6/58 Lotto Result, 6/55 Lotto Result, 6/49 Lotto Result, 6/45 Lotto Result and 6/42 Lotto Result.
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Latest PCSO Lotto 6/42 Prizes
PCSO uses a payout structure for 6/42 Lotto based on ‘pari mutuel’ system. Parimutuel works by pooling all lottery bets in a certain draw, then dividing the pool by the total number of winners.
Below are the different prizes for each level of the PCSO Lotto 6/42 payout table:
- Matching six (6) out of the six (6) drawn numbers in any order gives you the latest jackpot prize for PCSO Lotto 6/42. The jackpot starts at PhP 5,940,000.
- In case you got five (5) numbers of the winning number combination, you receive a prize not more than PhP 24,000.
- A third prize worth at most PhP 800 awaits those who will get four (4) out of the six (6) winning numbers drawn.
- Getting five (3) out of the six (6) winning numbers gives you a prize of PhP 20.
All PCSO lotto prizes above PhP 10,000 are taxed at a rate of 20%.
Past 6/42 Lotto Results and Jackpot Prize
The table below shows the 6/42 winning combination for the past seven draws.
6/42 Lotto Result Summary (Past 7 Draws)
Here is a summary/history of 6/42 lotto results and jackpot prizes updated as of August 10, 2024:| Lotto 6/42 | Winning Numbers | Jackpot |
|---|---|---|
| August 10, 2024 | 23-31-41-08-40-06 | Php 12.3 Million |
| August 8, 2024 | 12-11-08-17-37-41 | Php 8.9 Million |
| August 6, 2024 | 29-11-04-31-16-14 | Php 5.9 Million |
| August 3, 2024 | 35-32-07-05-11-23 | Php 5.9 Million |
| August 1, 2024 | 03-15-11-17-19-13 | Php 14.7 Million |
| July 30, 2024 | 33-38-03-34-05-42 | Php 11.2 Million |
| July 27, 2024 | 21-35-40-08-28-42 | Php 8.3 Million |
We update the list above regularly. It should illustrate the 6/42 Lotto winning combination beyond this article’s posting time.
This 6/42 Lotto Result History section also shows a complete compilation of previous winning combinations.
How to Play 6/42 Lotto
Before you go any further, keep in mind that only 18 years old and above are permitted to play.
Follow these detailed instructions to learn how to play this lotto game:
- Go to any lotto outlet authorized by PCSO and look for the PCSO Lotto 6/42 play card.
- Mark six (6) numbers between 1 to 42. These numbers will be your 6/42 Lotto combination.
- If you cannot think of any number combination, mark Lucky Pick (LP) to have the system pick the number combination for you.
- You can also mark up to twelve (12) numbers through the 6/42 Lotto System Play to raise your chances of winning the jackpot.
- Mark the number of succeeding draws you want to play in the Draw section.
- Pay the total ticket price to the teller and get your printed lotto ticket.
- View the 6/42 Lotto Result after the 9pm scheduled draw to verify if you matched the winning combination.
6/42 Lotto ticket costs PhP 20 per number combination. This amount already includes the 20% Documentary Stamp Tax (DST).
Once done placing your bet, affix your signature at the back of the 6/42 Lotto ticket. Store it in a secure and dry place.
Do not iron, fold, soak in water or write anything on your Lotto 6/42 ticket except the portion designated for your signature. Tickets need to be validated by the machine when claiming prizes.
Live draws are broadcasted over PTV4 and livestreamed over pcso.gov.ph, PCSO Games Hub and Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office Official Facebook page and PCSO Official YouTube Channel at 9:00PM every TUESDAY, THURSDAY and SATURDAY where the six (6) balls numbered 1 – 42 are selected.
Additional Health and Safety Reminders when Playing Lotto 6/42
During this time of pandemic, PCSO requires 6/42 Lotto players to abide by the regulations below when transacting in all lotto outlets nationwide.
- Wear your face mask at all times. No Facemask-No Betting system shall be carried out in all lotto outlets in the country.
- Always observe one (1) meter physical distance from each other.
- Bring your own ball pen to decrease the risk of getting infected with the virus.
- Use the money tray to decrease physical contact.
- Sanitize your hands before and after betting. Alcohol or hand sanitizers are available in the betting area.
- Avoid littering and throw away any used bet card or non-winning tickets in the garbage bins.
Philippine Lotto 6/42 System Plays – Ways to Increase your Chances of Winning the Jackpot
6/42 Lotto System Bets allow players to pick more than the typical six (6) numbers per draw, thereby increasing their chances of winning the jackpot.
If you want to play system plays, these are the options you can choose from- System 5-Roll (System 5R), System 7, System 8, System 9, System 10, System 11 and System 12.
With System 7, a player picks seven (7) numbers which produces a total of seven (7) combinations. In System 8, the player picks eight (8) numbers, generating a total of 28 combinations.
The more numbers selected, the higher the number of combinations produced. Same rule applies in System 9, System 10, System 11 and in System 12.
In the case of System 5R, the bettor picks five (5) numbers instead of six. These 5 numbers are automatically partnered with the remaining thirty-seven (37) numbers, producing 37 combinations in total.
Keep in mind that the higher the number of combinations, the higher the total bet cost will be. The overall price of the ticket is PhP 20 multiplied by the number of combinations produced.
The following table indicates the number of combination as well as the corresponding ticket cost for each system play.
Major Draws Jackpot Prize Update
As of today, April 24, 2021, the following are the latest jackpot prize of the major lottery draws of PCSO.
PCSO Major Lotto Draws Results Summary
These are the updated jackpot prizes and lotto result today for Ultralotto 6/58, Grandlotto 6/55, Superlotto 6/49, Megalotto 6/45 and Lotto 6/42 provided by the PCSO.| Lotto Draw | Latest Winning Numbers | Jackpot Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Ultra Lotto 6/58 | 49-43-30-04-25-37 | Php 81.8 Million |
| Grand Lotto 6/55 | 10-53-06-34-42-08 | Php 178.8 Million |
| Super Lotto 6/49 | 04-22-30-43-42-25 | Php 15.8 Million |
| Mega Lotto 6/45 | 36-14-18-03-02-11 | Php 8.9 Million |
| National Lotto 6/42 | 23-31-41-08-40-06 | Php 12.3 Million |
Note: The table above is modified on a regular basis and should indicate the most recent daily jackpot prizes beyond this article’s posting time.
Apart from Lotto 6/42, PCSO also facilitates today the draws for 2D Lotto (EZ2), 3D Lotto (Swertres), STL, 6D Lotto, and Grand Lotto 6/55.
Lotto 6/42 FAQs – All Questions about Philippine Lotto 6/42 Answered here
How to win a prize in Lotto 6/42?
You win a prize in Lotto 6/42 by matching at least three (3) drawn numbers in any order. Bigger prizes awaits those who will match four (4), five (5) or six (6) winning numbers.
If you got three (3) out of the six (6) drawn numbers, you get PhP 20, four (4) out of six (6) gives you a prize with a maximum amount of PhP 800 while five (5) out of six (6) wins you a prize not exceeding PhP PhP 24,000.
If you got all the winning numbers, you get the jackpot prize which starts at PhP 5.9 Million.
You can improve your chances of winning by opting for a system bet. With this option, you can pick up to 12 numbers per column in the play card, thereby generating up to 924 number combinations.
The system plays you can choose from are the System 5-Roll and System 7 up to System 12.
The price of tickets in system plays depend on the overall number of combinations generated.
What are the PCSO lotto draws for today, April 24, 2021?
The following are the PCSO games slated for today: 2D Lotto (EZ2), 3D Lotto (Swertres), STL, 6D Lotto, Lotto 6/42, and Grand Lotto 6/55.
Refer to the new PCSO lotto schedule here.
How many combinations are there in System 5R for 6/42 Lotto?
System 5R (5-Roll) is the Lotto 6/42 system bet that allows you select only five (5) numbers instead of the regular 6 number combination.
To complete the combination, the system automatically pairs each of the remaining 37 “unmarked” numbers in the bet card to the five numbers you already marked.
This produces a total of 37 combinations and ensures that you will get at least one (1) winning number in your combinations.
System 5R costs Php 740 (Php 20 x 37).
To play System 5-Roll, simply choose your preferred 5-number combination and then mark 5R in the SYS column of the 6/42 Lotto play card.
How many combinations are there in System 12 for 6/42 Lotto?
System 12 is the National Lotto 6/42 system bet that lets bettors to choose a total of twelve (12) numbers instead of the regular six (6) numbers. This play type produces 924 combinations in all and costs PhP 18,480 (Php 20 x 924 combinations).
To play System 12, simply choose your preferred 12-number combination and then mark the number 12 in the SYS column of the 6/42 Lotto bet slip.
What does DST stand for?
DST or Documentary Stamp Tax is a 20% tax levied on PCSO lotto ticket prices by the government by virtue of the Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion Law (TRAIN Law).
PCSO started adding 20% DST on the prices of its tickets when the law came into force in 2018. Accordingly, 2D (EZ2), 3D (Swertres), 4D and 6D Lotto ticket prices rose from PhP 10 to PhP 12 while the 6/42, 6/45, 6/49, 6/55 and 6/42 Lotto tickets went up from PhP 20 to PhP 24.
On July 18, 2020, PCSO reverted the price of its major lotto games to Php 20.
How do I choose Lucky Pick in 6/42 Lotto?
The Lucky Pick or LP option commands the computer to automatically select the 6/42 Lotto number combination for you if you cannot think of any number to bet on.
To use this option, just mark the LP in the play card.
How to Play System 8 in 6/42 Lotto?
System 8 is the Lotto 6/42 system bet that allows bettors to select a total of eight (8) numbers instead of the regular six (6) numbers. This play type generates 28 combinations in all and costs PhP 560 (Php 20 x 28 combinations).
To play System 8, simply choose your preferred 8-number combination and then mark the number 8 in the SYS panel of the 6/42 Lotto bet card.
Where do I claim PCSO Lotto 6/42 Prizes?
Are you one of today’s PCSO Lotto 6/42 winners? Congratulations!
To claim Lotto 6/42 prizes below PhP 5,000, proceed to the authorized lotto outlet or nearest PCSO branch and present your winning ticket.
Prizes above PhP 5,000 but not exceeding PhP 20,000 can be claimed at any PCSO branch office.
Lotto prizes above PhP 20,000 can only be claimed at the PCSO main office located at 605 Conservatory Bldg., Shaw Blvd. corner Priceton St., Mandaluyong City.
Go here for a more detailed procedure on claiming your prize.
PCSO Official Announcements & Press Statements
March 10, 2021– PCSO persuades everyone from buying tickets from entities claiming to be part of a alleged PCSO ‘online’ betting system. PCSO states it does not have any such platform yet.
January 6, 2021– PCSO resumes its 4D and 6D Lotto draws.
July 20, 2020– PCSO annouced the resumption of its lotto operations on August 4, 2020 after months-long suspension due to COVID-19 pandemic.
July 18, 2020– PCSO announces the return of the PhP 20 ticket price of its major games. Prices were previously raised to PhP 24 after the TRAIN Act took effect.
Read more news and other press statements from the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office on our Lotto News section.
PCSO Medical/Financial Assistance Program
Those who are in need of financial assistance for their hospital confinement, chemotherapy, dialysis or medicine expenses can now apply for PCSO’s Individual Medical Assistance Program (IMAP).
Interested persons can learn more about this program here.
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