6/42 LOTTO RESULT August 17, 2021 – Latest Lotto Result Today

6/42 Lotto Result August 17, 2021 – The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) announced the official and most recent 6/42 Lotto winning combination at 9pm today.

Updates of the 6/42 lotto result today are posted here as the draw happens.

Here is the confirmed and latest 6/42 Lotto result for August 17, 2021:

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 all the six 6/42 Lotto winning numbers above in any order grabs the multi-million jackpot prize tonight!

With millions of pesos at stake, 6/42 Lotto has become one of the most favorite million-peso lottery game among betting public since it was introduced in 1995. From the initial amount of 5.94 Million, the 6/42 Lotto jackpot prize rises even more with each draw where no one matches the winning combination drawn by PCSO. To win the jackpot, somebody would have to overcome the astounding odds of 1 in 5,245,786.

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

PCSO is likewise conducting digit games nationwide. Go here to access the EZ2 Result (2D Result), Swertres Result (3D Result), 4D Result, 6D Result and STL Result along with parimutuel games 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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Updated Prizes for 6/42 Lotto

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

The following is the prize levels of the Lotto 6/42:

• In case your number matches six (6) out of the six (6) numbers drawn in any order, you take home the latest jackpot for the 6/42 Lotto game. Starting jackpot is PhP 5,940,000 but this amount grows bigger every time nobody gets the jackpot.
• If you got five (5) numbers of the winning combination, you take home the second prize worth PhP 24,000.
• Getting five (4) out of the six (6) numbers drawn gives you a fixed amount worth PhP 800.
• If you matched three (3) numbers of the winning combination, you get a prize worth PhP 20.

All lotto winnings above PhP 10,000 are taxed at a rate of 20%.

Previous PCSO 6/42 Lotto Results and Jackpot Prize

Here are the 6/42 winning numbers for the past seven draws.

6/42 Lotto Result Summary (Past 7 Draws)

We regularly update the list above after the article is published to reflect the most recent 6/42 Lotto results.

This 6/42 Lotto Result History page also shows a comprehensive summary of previous winning numbers.

How to Play Lotto 6/42

Before continuing, please remember that PCSO only allows persons 18 years old and above to play.

Follow these complete steps to learn how to play this lotto game:

1. Go to any authorized PCSO lottery outlet near you and grab the PCSO Lotto 6/42 bet slip.
2. Choose six (6) numbers between 1 to 42. These numbers will be your 6/42 Lotto combination.
3. If you cannot think of any number, mark the Lucky Pick (LP) to have the terminal automatically pick the number combination for you.
4. You can also raise your odds of winning through the 6/42 Lotto System Play. With this option, you can select more than the usual six (6) numbers thus increasing your total number combinations.
5. For Advance Plays, mark the number of succeeding draws in the Draw section.
6. Pay the ticket price and get your printed ticket once done.
7. View the 6/42 Lotto Result after the 9pm live draw to know if your ticket matches the winning combination.

Each PCSO Lotto 6/42 number combination costs PhP 20, inclusive of 20% Documentary Stamp Tax (DST).

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

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

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.

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Important Health and Safety Reminders when Playing 6/42 Lotto

During this time of pandemic, PCSO requires 6/42 Lotto bettors to observe the rules below when transacting in all lotto outlets in the country.

1. Make sure to wear face mask at all times. Bettors without face mask will not be allowed to play 6/42 Lotto.
2. Observe social distancing at all times while in the lotto outlet.
3. Bring your own pen to minimize the risk of catching the virus.
4. Use the tray provided when handing out your bet card and payment.
5. Sanitize your hands before and after betting. Hand sanitizers or alcohols are available in the betting area.
6. Avoid littering and throw away used bet slip or old lotto tickets in the garbage cans.

PCSO Lotto 6/42 System Bets – How to Increase the Odds of Winning

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

These are the options available in case 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 bettor picks seven (7) numbers which generates a total of seven (7) combinations. In System 8, the bettor picks eight (8) numbers, generating a total of 28 combinations.

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

In System 5R, a bettor chooses only five (5) numbers and—for the sixth number—pairs these off with each of the remaining thirty-seven (37) numbers, producing a total of 37 combinations.

Remember that the higher the number of combinations, the higher the total ticket cost will be. The total ticket cost is PhP 20 times the number of combinations created.

See the full details of National Lotto 6/42 system plays below.

Major Draws Jackpot Prize Update

The following are the latest jackpot prize of the major lottery draws of PCSO as of today, August 17, 2021.

PCSO Major Lotto Draws Results Summary

Note: We modify the table above on a daily basis. It should indicate daily jackpot prizes beyond this article’s posting time.

In addition to Lotto 6/42, PCSO also conducts today the draws for 2D Lotto (EZ2), 3D Lotto (Swertres), STL, 6D Lotto, Super Lotto 6/49, and Ultra Lotto 6/58.

Frequently Asked Questions – Everything you Need to Know about Philippine Lotto 6/42

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

You win a prize by getting at least three (3) numbers of the winning 6/42 Lotto number combination. The more matching numbers, the bigger the prizes you will win.

If you match three (3) out of the six (6) drawn numbers, you receive PhP 20, four (4) out of six (6) gives you a prize worth PhP 800 while five (5) out of six (6) gives you a fixed amount equal to PhP 24,000.

If you got all the six (6) numbers correctly, you win the jackpot prize of at least PhP 5.9 Million.

Increase your chances of winning using a system play. This option allows you to choose up to 12 numbers instead of just 6, thus producing a higher number of combinations.

You can choose from seven available system plays. These are the System 5-Roll and System 7 up to System 12.

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

What are the lotto draws today, August 17, 2021?

The following are the PCSO draws scheduled for today: 2D Lotto (EZ2), 3D Lotto (Swertres), STL, 6D Lotto, Lotto 6/42, Super Lotto 6/49, and Ultra Lotto 6/58.

Please check the detailed daily schedule of PCSO lotto draws here.

Where can I get updated PCSO 6/42 Lotto Results today?

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

What happens if wrong numbers are printed in the Lotto 6/42 ticket?

6/42 Lotto tickets, once generated, can no longer be modified. Hence, players are advised to check their tickets before leaving the outlet. Bettors are responsible for checking the information printed on their tickets.

How do I Play PCSO Lotto 6/42 System 5-Roll?

System 5R (5-Roll) is the Lotto 6/42 system bet which lets the player to select only five (5) numbers instead of the default 6 number combination.

To complete the combination, the computer automatically combines each of the remaining 37 “unmarked” numbers in the play slip to the five numbers you already chosen.

This generates a total of 37 combinations and guarantees 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 5R, just choose your preferred 5-number combination and then mark 5R in the SYS section of the 6/42 Lotto bet card.

What if I made a mistake in marking my 6/42 Lotto numbers?

To cancel or disregard a specific 6/42 Lotto entry, mark the VOID directly below it before handing over the bet slip to the cashier.

Please note that you can only void your 6/42 Lotto entry before purchasing the ticket. Any Lotto 6/42 entry that has been printed by the computer can no longer be voided or canceled.

Do I win anything if I match only 2 numbers in 6/42 Lotto?

The following are the updated payout table for 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

Matching one or two winning numbers has no corresponding prize.

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

How much does a Lotto System 7 ticket cost?

System 7 lets you to select a seven (7) number combination instead of the default 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 bet slip.

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

If you won in any of the Lotto 6/42 draws today, consider these helpful tips when claiming your prize.

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.

Winnings above PhP 5,000 but not exceeding PhP 20,000 can be claimed at any PCSO branch office.

Lotto 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 for a more complete instructions on claiming your winnings.

PCSO Updates and Official Announcements

March 10, 2021– PCSO persuades everyone from buying 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 resumes its 6D and 4D 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– All major games ticket prices are back to PhP 20. Prices were previously raised to PhP 24 as mandated under the TRAIN Law.

Get more news and other press releases from the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office on our Lotto News page.

PCSO Medical/Financial Assistance Program

Individuals who are in need of medical financial assistance can now apply for PCSO’s Individual Medical Assistance Program (IMAP). The requests covered by this program include hospital confinement, chemotherapy, dialysis and medicines.

Interested persons can download the application form through this PCSO article.

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