6/42 LOTTO RESULT Today, September 16, 2021 – Lotto Results

6/42 Lotto Result September 16, 2021 – The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) announces the verified and latest Philippine Lotto 6/42 winning results today at 9pm.

See the 6/42 lotto result today below immediately after the official draw.

The following is the verified and complete 6/42 Lotto result for September 16, 2021:

Draw:Lotto 6/42
Date:September 16, 2021
Results Today (in any order): 02-28-33-31-13-12
Updated Jackpot Prize: PhP 20,475,226.00
Today’s Jackpot Winners: 0 Winner(s)

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

The bettor who matches the 6/42 Lotto winning combination above in any order wins the million peso jackpot prize tonight!

With millions of pesos at stake, 6/42 Lotto has become one of the most popular million-peso lottery game among lotto aficionados since it was launched in 1995. From the starting amount of 5.9 Million, the 6/42 Lotto top prize grows even more with each draw where nobody matches the winning combination drawn by PCSO. To win the jackpot, someone would have to overcome the mind-boggling odds of 1 in 5,245,786.

PCSO conducts official 6/42 Lotto draws on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays except during major holidays when draws are generally canceled.

PCSO is likewise conducting minor games in the country. Proceed here to view the EZ2 Result (2D Result), Swertres Result (3D Result), 4D Result, 6D Result and STL Result as well as the 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 structure for PCSO Lotto 6/42 based on this pari mutuel betting computation.

This is the PCSO Lotto 6/42 payout system:

  • If you got six (6) numbers of the winning number combination in any order, you hit the jackpot for the 6/42 Lotto game. The top prize begins at PhP 5,940,000.
  • A second prize of PhP 24,000 awaits those who will match five (5) out of the six (6) number drawn.
  • In case you got four (4) of the six (6) winning numbers, you get a fixed amount worth PhP 800.
  • If you matched three (3) numbers of the winning combination, you win PhP 20.

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

Previous 6/42 Lotto Results and Jackpot Prize

The following are the 6/42 winning numbers 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 routinely update the list above after the article is posted to indicate the latest Lotto 6/42 results.

This 6/42 Lotto Result History section also contains an extensive list of previous winning combinations posted by PCSO.

How to Play Lotto 6/42

Before proceeding further, please note that you need to be at least 18 years old to play.

These are the complete instructions when playing Lotto 6/42:

  1. Go to any PCSO-authorized lottery agent near you and get the PCSO Lotto 6/42 play card.
  2. Mark six (6) digits that will compose your 6/42 Lotto combination. You can choose from numbers 1 to 42.
  3. If you cannot think of any number combination, choose Lucky Pick (LP) to let the terminal generate the number combination for you.
  4. Raise your odds of winning the jackpot using the 6/42 Lotto System Play.
  5. For multiple draws, mark the number of consecutive draws you want to join in the Draw section.
  6. Pay the total ticket price to the cashier and get your generated ticket.
  7. View the 6/42 Lotto Result right after the 9pm live draw to know if your ticket matches the winning number combination.

Lotto 6/42 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 the PCSO Lotto 6/42 ticket after placing your bet and to store the ticket in a secure and dry place.

Your PCSO Lotto 6/42 ticket must be machine-validated before you can claim your prize. Hence, do not iron, fold, wet or tamper with your ticket.

If the selected 6-number combination in your ticket matches the officially drawn 6-winning number combination you win the jackpot prize. However, if more than one player picks the same winning 6-number combination, the jackpot will be divided equally among the jackpot winners.

Additional PCSO Protocols to be Observed when Playing Lotto 6/42

PCSO has implemented the rules below to be followed by 6/42 Lotto bettors in the country.

  1. Make sure to wear face mask at all times. Bettors without face mask will not be allowed to buy 6/42 Lotto tickets.
  2. Always observe one (1) meter physical distance from one another.
  3. Bring your own pen.
  4. Use the tray provided when handing out your play card and payment.
  5. Apply disinfectants or alcohols before you leave the outlet.
  6. Avoid littering and put away any used bet card or old tickets in the garbage bins.

PCSO Lotto 6/42 System Bets – Improve the 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.

These are the options available if you want to play system bets- System 7, System 8, System 9, System 10, System 11, System 12 and System 5-Roll (System 5R).

With System 7, a player chooses seven (7) numbers which produces a total of seven (7) combinations. In System 8, the bettor marks eight (8) numbers, producing a total of 28 combinations.

To sum it up, more and more number combinations are created as the choosen numbers increase. This same rule applies to the rest of the remaining system bets.

In the case of System 5-Roll, the bettor will only need to select five (5) numbers. The remaining (unmarked) 37 numbers will be matched with the 5 chosen numbers. This produces a total of 37 six-number combinations.

Keep in mind that the higher the number of combinations, the higher the overall bet cost will be. The overall ticket cost is PhP 20 multiplied by the number of combinations produced.

See the full details of PCSO Lotto 6/42 system bets below.

6/42 Lotto System Play
You can increase your odds of winning the jackpot with the PCSO Lotto 6/42 System Plays.

Major Lotto Draws Jackpot Prize Update from PCSO

The following is an overview of the latest jackpot prize of the major lottery draws of PCSO as of today, September 16, 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 6/5802-24-22-47-49-21Php 93.1 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 6/4536-25-40-11-10-42Php 8.9 Million
National Lotto 6/4208-14-41-37-31-35Php 24.8 Million

Note: The table above is modified on a daily basis and should indicate the most recent daily jackpot prizes beyond this article’s posting date.

Apart from Lotto 6/42, PCSO also conducts today the draws for 2D Lotto (EZ2), 3D Lotto (Swertres), STL, 6D Lotto, and Super Lotto 6/49.

Frequently Asked Questions – Important Information about your Favorite PCSO game

How can I win prizes in PCSO Lotto 6/42?

In Lotto 6/42, you win a prize by getting at least three (3) out of the six (6) winning numbers. More matching number means higher prizes for you.

If you got three (3) out of six (6), you win PhP 20. Four (4) out of six (6) wins you a fixed amount equal to PhP 800 while five (5) out of six (6) gives you a prize equal to PhP 24,000.

If you match all the winning numbers, you win the jackpot prize which starts at PhP 5.94 Million.

Increase your chances of winning using a system bet. This option allows you to pick up to 12 numbers rather than just 6, thereby generating a larger number of combinations.

There are seven system plays in all. These are the System 5R and System 7 up to System 12.

Ticket cost is PhP 20 times the total number of created combinations.

What are the PCSO lotto draws for today, September 16, 2021?

These are the PCSO games scheduled for today: 2D Lotto (EZ2), 3D Lotto (Swertres), STL, 6D Lotto, Lotto 6/42, and Super Lotto 6/49.

Check the detailed PCSO lotto schedule here.

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

You can get 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.

How many combinations are there in System 7 for 6/42 Lotto?

System 7 lets you to select a seven (7) number combination instead of the usual combination comprised of six (6) numbers. This type of PCSO Lotto 6/42 system bet generates a total of seven combinations and costs PhP 140 (Php 20 x 7 combinations).

To play System 7, simply pick your preferred 7-number combination and then mark the number 7 in the SYS section of the 6/42 Lotto play card.

What is SYS 12 in Lotto 6/42?

System 12 is the PCSO Lotto 6/42 system bet that lets bettors to select a total of twelve (12) numbers instead of the typical six (6) numbers. This play type generates 924 combinations in all and costs PhP 18,480 (Php 20 x 924 combinations).

To play System 12, just choose your preferred 12-number combination and then mark the number 12 in the SYS section of the 6/42 Lotto bet slip.

What is Documentary Stamps Tax?

DST or Documentary Stamp Tax is a 20% tax imposed on PCSO lotto ticket prices by the government by virtue of the Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion Law (TRAIN Act).

PCSO began adding 20% DST on the prices of its tickets when the law came into force in 2018. Consequently, 2D (EZ2), 3D (Swertres), 4D and 6D Lotto ticket prices went up 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 many combinations are there in System 9 for 6/42 Lotto?

System 9 allows you to choose a nine (9) number combination instead of the usual combination comprised of six (6) numbers. This type of PCSO Lotto 6/42 system play produces a total of 84 combinations and costs PhP 1,680 (Php 20 x 84 combinations).

To play System 9, just pick your preferred 9-number combination and then mark the number 9 in the SYS section of the 6/42 Lotto betting card.

What are the prizes in Lotto 6/42?

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

  • 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 equivalent prize.

Prizes above 10,000 Pesos are subject to 20% tax imposed under the TRAIN Act.

How do I claim my Lotto 6/42 Prize?

If you are one of the winners of PCSO Lotto 6/42 today, we suggest that you refer to the information below.

To claim 6/42 Lotto winnings below PhP 5,000, go 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 the nearest 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.

See this page for a more exact guide on how to claim your Lotto prize.

PCSO Official Announcements & Press Statements

March 10, 2021– PCSO discourages everyone from buying lotto tickets from entities claiming to be part of a alleged PCSO ‘online’ betting platform. The agency states it does not have any such platform yet.

January 6, 2021– PCSO resumes its 6D and 4D Lotto draws.

July 20, 2020– PCSO resumes its lotto operations on August 4, 2020 after suspending it for seveal months due to COVID-19 pandemic.

July 18, 2020– PCSO announces the return of the PhP 20 ticket price of its major lotto games. Prices were previously raised to PhP 24 after the TRAIN Act took effect.

Read more updates and past official announcements 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).

Go here for step-by-step procedure in availing financial help through this program.

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