6/42 LOTTO RESULT August 28, 2021 – Official Lotto Result Today

6/42 Lotto Result August 28, 2021 – The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) releases the official and most recent Philippine Lotto 6/42 winning results today at 9pm.

See the 6/42 lotto result today here during each official draw.

The following are the official and most recent 6/42 Lotto result for August 28, 2021:

Draw:Lotto 6/42
Date:August 28, 2021
Results Today (in any order): 21-25-41-02-17-29
Jackpot Prize: PhP 5,940,000.00
Today’s Jackpot Winners: 1 Winner(s)

Reload this page to get updated results or go to our 6/42 Lotto Result History page for previous results or here for other lotto result today.

Any bettor who gets the 6/42 Lotto winning combination above in any order takes home the multi-million jackpot prize tonight!

With millions of pesos at stake, Lotto 6/42 has emerged as one of the most popular jackpot-bearing lotto game among lotto aficionados since it was created in 1995. From the starting amount of 5.9 Million, the 6/42 Lotto top prize rises even more with each draw where no one matches all the six winning numbers drawn by PCSO. To win the jackpot, someone would have to overcome the astounding odds of 1 in 5,245,786.

Live PCSO Lotto 6/42 draws happen every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday except when draws are postponed by PCSO due to a major public holiday.

PCSO is also conducting minor games in the country. Proceed here to get the EZ2 Result (2D Result), Swertres Result (3D Result), 4D Result, 6D Result and STL Result along with five major lotto draws including 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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Updated Prizes for 6/42 Lotto

The prize that each winner receives depend on the overall number of winners as well as gross sales. PCSO uses a prize system for Lotto 6/42 based on this pari mutuel system.

The following are the different prizes for each range of the Lotto 6/42 payout system:

  • If your number matches six (6) out of the six (6) numbers drawn in any order, you hit the jackpot prize for the Lotto 6/42 game. Starting jackpot is PhP 5,940,000 but this amount gets higher every time no one gets the jackpot.
  • If your number matches five (5) out of the six (6) drawn numbers, you get a second prize in the amount of PhP 24,000.
  • If you got four (4) numbers of the winning number combination, you get a fixed amount worth PhP 800.
  • Getting three (3) out of the six (6) winning numbers gives you PhP 20.

A 20% tax will be automatically deducted from your winnings if its total amount exceeds PhP 10,000.

Previous PCSO 6/42 Lotto Results and Jackpot Prize

See the list below containing the 6/42 winning combination for the previous 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 April 23, 2024:
Lotto 6/42Winning NumbersJackpot
April 25, 202408-14-41-37-31-35Php 24.8 Million
April 23, 202436-34-14-08-23-31Php 20.8 Million
April 20, 202426-39-40-31-29-14Php 17.3 Million
April 18, 202404-28-35-15-10-18Php 13.3 Million
April 16, 202431-35-18-26-34-41Php 9.7 Million
April 13, 202426-42-40-33-13-39Php 6.6 Million
April 11, 202408-12-42-02-37-41Php 5.9 Million

We modify the list above regularly. It should illustrate the Lotto 6/42 winning combination past this article’s posting time.

Visit our 6/42 Lotto Result History section for a detailed record of past winning combinations from PCSO.

How to Play PCSO Lotto 6/42

Before continuing, please note that only 18 years old and above are permitted to play.

Here’s the detailed instructions for playing this popular parimutuel game:

  1. Go to any PCSO-authorized lotto outlet near you and grab the PCSO Lotto 6/42 playing card.
  2. Choose six (6) numbers between 1 to 42. These digits will be your 6/42 Lotto combination.
  3. If you cannot think of any number combination, mark Lucky Pick (LP) to have the computer select the number combination for you.
  4. You can also select up to twelve (12) numbers using the 6/42 Lotto System Play to improve your chances of winning the jackpot.
  5. If you want to play multiple draws, mark the number of succeeding draws in the Draw section.
  6. Pay the total ticket price to the teller and get your generated ticket.
  7. See the 6/42 Lotto Result right after the scheduled draw to know if your ticket matches the winning number combination.

6/42 Lotto ticket costs PhP 20 per number combination. This amount already includes the 20% Documentary Stamp Tax (DST).

Make sure to sign the back of the your 6/42 Lotto ticket after placing your bet and to keep the ticket in a secure and dry place.

Do not iron, fold, wet or tamper with your 6/42 Lotto ticket. Tickets are heat-sensitive and they have to be validated by the machine before you can claim your prize.

Consolation or low tier prizes are also available for anyone who matched 5 out of 6 down to 3 out of 6 numbers.

Important Regulations to be Observed by Bettors when Playing 6/42 Lotto

PCSO has implemented the regulations below to be followed by 6/42 Lotto bettors nationwide.

  1. Always wear your face mask. Bettors with no face mask will not be permitted to buy 6/42 Lotto tickets.
  2. Follow physical distancing at all times while in the outlet.
  3. Bring your own pen to reduce the risk of contracting the virus.
  4. Use the money tray to decrease physical contact.
  5. Use the disinfectant, hand sanitizer or alcohols provided before you leave the lotto outlet.
  6. Avoid littering and throw away used playing card or old tickets in the trash bins.

Lotto 6/42 System Bets – Increase the Odds of Winning the Jackpot

6/42 Lotto System Bets allow players to pick more than the default six (6) numbers per draw, thereby increasing their chances of winning the jackpot.

The available system bets in 6/42 Lotto are System 5-Roll (System 5R), System 7, System 8, System 9, System 10, System 11 and System 12.

With System 7, a bettor picks seven (7) numbers which generates a total of seven (7) combinations. In System 8, the player chooses eight (8) numbers, creating a total of 28 combinations.

The more numbers picked, the higher the number of combinations generated. Same rule applies in System 9, System 10, System 11 and in System 12.

With regard to System 5R, the player marks five (5) numbers instead of six. These 5 numbers are automatically partnered with the remaining thirty-seven (37) numbers, creating 37 combinations in total.

Please remember that your overall bet cost will be much higher in system bets because of the higher number of combinations you will place your bet on. The overall ticket cost shall be PhP 20 times the number of combinations created.

Refer to the table below for more information on overall ticket cost for every Philippine Lotto 6/42 system play.

6/42 Lotto System Play
The chances of matching the 6/42 Lotto Result Today from PCSO increase with the PCSO Lotto 6/42 System Bets.

Latest Jackpot Prize of Major PCSO Draws

The following is the summary of the latest jackpot prize of the major lottery games of PCSO as of today, August 28, 2021.

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 DrawLatest Winning NumbersJackpot Estimate
Ultra Lotto 6/5831-07-48-15-45-47Php 87.6 Million
Grand Lotto 6/5551-09-47-41-40-04Php 29.7 Million
Super Lotto 6/4947-11-36-29-21-38Php 31.9 Million
Mega Lotto 6/4509-32-26-43-17-35Php 8.9 Million
National Lotto 6/4208-14-41-37-31-35Php 24.8 Million

Note: The table above is updated on a daily basis and should indicate the latest daily jackpot prizes past this article’s posting date.

Along with 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 – Everything you Need to Know about PCSO Lotto 6/42

What are the ways to win in 6/42 Lotto?

You win a prize in PCSO Lotto 6/42 by matching at least three (3) winning 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 six (6), you take home PhP 20. Four (4) out of six (6) gives you a fixed amount equal to PhP 800 while five (5) out of six (6) gives you a prize worth PhP 24,000.

If you got all the six (6) numbers correctly, you win the jackpot prize of at least PhP 5.94 Million.

You can improve your chances of winning by playing a system bet. With this option, you can choose up to 12 numbers per column in the playing card, thus producing up to 924 number combinations.

The system plays you can select from are the System 5R and System 7 up to System 12.

Ticket cost shall be based on the total number of generated combinations.

What are the draws to be held by PCSO today, August 28, 2021?

These are the PCSO games slated for today: 2D Lotto (EZ2), 3D Lotto (Swertres), STL, 6D Lotto, Lotto 6/42, and Grand Lotto 6/55.

See the new PCSO lotto schedule here.

Where can I see the official winning combination for 6/42 Lotto today?

You can find the latest 6/42 Lotto result today here, or through our online social media accounts in Facebook, Twitter and Youtube. You can also watch the draws live at PTV Channel 4.

Who are permitted to play 6/42 Lotto?

Only persons 18 years old and above are allowed to play the 6/42 Lotto. Aside from the age requirement, some limitations such as the No Mask-No Betting system are also in place because of the current COVID-19 epidemic.

Can I cancel or refund the PCSO Lotto 6/42 ticket I already paid?

You cannot cancel, void or refund your 6/42 Lotto ticket after it is processed by the system. Bettors have the sole responsibility of checking the accuracy of the data printed on the PCSO Lotto 6/42 ticket including the number combination, bet type and amount of bet.

Therefore, you need to thoroughly check all the numbers and options you marked before you give the play card to the cashier.

What are the updated prizes of PCSO Lotto 6/42?

The following are the updated prize system for 6/42 Lotto:

  • 6 of 6 numbers – Jackpot
  • 5 of 6 numbers – 24,000 Pesos
  • 4 of 6 numbers – 800 Pesos
  • 3 of 6 numbers – 100 Pesos

Getting one or two winning numbers has no corresponding prize.

Prizes above 10,000 Pesos are taxed at 20% while 10,000 Pesos and below are tax-free.

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 Act (TRAIN Act).

PCSO began adding 20% DST on the prices of its tickets when the law came into force in 2018. Thus, 2D (EZ2), 3D (Swertres), 4D and 6D Lotto ticket prices increased from PhP 10 to PhP 12 while the 6/42, 6/45, 6/49, 6/55 and 6/42 Lotto tickets increased from PhP 20 to PhP 24.

On July 18, 2020, PCSO reverted the price of its major lotto games to Php 20.

How much does a Lotto System 11 ticket cost?

System 11 lets you to pick a eleven (11) number combination instead of the default combination composed of six (6) numbers. This type of PCSO Lotto 6/42 system bet creates a total of 462 combinations and costs PhP 9,240 (Php 20 x 462 combinations).

To play System 11, just pick your preferred 11-number combination and then mark the number 11 in the SYS column of the 6/42 Lotto playing card.

Where do I go to claim my 6/42 Lotto Prize?

Are you one of today’s lucky Lotto 6/42 winners? Congratulations!

To claim 6/42 Lotto winnings below PhP 5,000, go to the nearest authorized lotto outlet or nearest PCSO branch and present your winning ticket.

Lotto winnings above PhP 5,000 but not exceeding PhP 20,000 can be claimed at the nearest PCSO branch office.

Winnings above PhP 20,000 can only be claimed at the PCSO head office located at 605 Conservatory Bldg., Shaw Blvd. corner Priceton St., Mandaluyong City.

Go here to see how you can claim your Lotto prize.

PCSO News and Official Announcements

March 10, 2021– PCSO discourages everyone from purchasing lotto tickets from persons claiming to be part of a supposed PCSO ‘online’ betting system. The agency said it does not have any such system yet.

January 6, 2021– PCSO announces the resumption of 4-Digit and 6-Digit 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 reverts to the original ticket prices of its all major lotto games. Ticket prices were previously increased to PhP 24 following the implementation of the TRAIN Act.

Read more updates and past official announcements from the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office on our Lotto News page.

PCSO Medical/Financial Assistance Program

Individuals requiring financial assistance to cover their medical bills and cost of medicines can now seek financial help through PCSO’s Individual Medical Assistance Program (IMAP). The program covers hospital confinement, chemotherapy, dialysis and medicine costs.

Interested applicants can learn more about this program here.

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