6/42 LOTTO RESULT Today, Tuesday, September 20, 2022 – Latest Results

6/42 Lotto Result September 20, 2022 – The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) released the official and latest Philippine Lotto 6/42 winning results today at 9pm.

Updates of the 6/42 lotto result today are refreshed below as the live draw happens.

Here are the official and latest 6/42 Lotto result for September 20, 2022:

Draw:6/42 Lotto
Date:September 20, 2022
Winning Numbers (in any order): 31-27-17-21-18-09
Updated Jackpot Prize: PhP 6,713,559.40
Jackpot Winners Today: 0 Winner(s)

Refresh 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.

In case you get the 6/42 Lotto winning combination above in any order, you take home the jackpot prize tonight!

6/42 Lotto is one of the favorite parimutuel lottery draws from PCSO since its launch in 1995. Its starting jackpot is PhP 5.94 Million. This amount gets bigger and bigger until someone grabs the jackpot. In Lotto 6/42, the odds of hitting the jackpot are 1 in 5,245,786.

PCSO conducts official Lotto 6/42 draws every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday except when a prior announcement is made. Suspension of draws regularly happens during major public holidays.

PCSO also holds minor games three times a day. See the EZ2 Result (2D Result), Swertres Result (3D Result), 4D Result, 6D Result and STL Result along with multi-million peso 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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Latest Prizes for 6/42 Lotto

PCSO uses pari mutel system in determining PCSO Lotto 6/42 prizes. This means that the actual prize that each winner shall get depends on the gross sales and number of winners on a specific prize level.

Below is the updated PCSO Lotto 6/42 payout structure:

  • If you matched the six (6) numbers drawn in any order, you take home the jackpot prize for PCSO Lotto 6/42. Jackpot begins at PhP 5,940,000.
  • If your number matches five (5) out of the six (6) drawn numbers, you take home a second prize in the amount of PhP 24,000.
  • If your combination matches four (4) out of the six (6) drawn numbers, you get a fixed amount of PhP 800.
  • In case you matched three (3) numbers of the winning number combination, you take home a prize worth PhP 20.

Please note that all prizes above PhP 10,000 are subject to 20% tax.

Previous 6/42 Lotto Results and Jackpot Prize

The following table shows the 6/42 winning numbers 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 6/42Winning NumbersJackpot
August 10, 202423-31-41-08-40-06Php 12.3 Million
August 8, 202412-11-08-17-37-41Php 8.9 Million
August 6, 202429-11-04-31-16-14Php 5.9 Million
August 3, 202435-32-07-05-11-23Php 5.9 Million
August 1, 202403-15-11-17-19-13Php 14.7 Million
July 30, 202433-38-03-34-05-42Php 11.2 Million
July 27, 202421-35-40-08-28-42Php 8.3 Million

We routinely update the table above after the article is posted to show the latest PCSO Lotto 6/42 winning numbers.

This 6/42 Lotto Result History section also contains an extensive compilation of past winning combinations announced by PCSO.

How to Play PCSO Lotto 6/42

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

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

  1. Go to any PCSO-authorized lotto outlet and grab the PCSO Lotto 6/42 playing card.
  2. Choose your 6/42 number combination by marking six (6) out of numbers 1 to 42.
  3. Choose the Lucky Pick (LP) option if you have no combination in mind. This option allows the terminal to randomly 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 mark more than the usual six (6) numbers thus increasing your total number combinations.
  5. If you want to join multiple draws, select the number of succeeding draws in the Draw section.
  6. Pay the ticket price and get your generated ticket once done.
  7. After the draw, view the 6/42 Lotto Result to know if you won the prize.

One 6/42 Lotto 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 keep the ticket in a safe and dry place.

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

New Health and Safety Protocols to be Observed when Playing Lotto 6/42

Amidst this pandemic, PCSO imposed the following guidelines in all lotto outlets in the country.

  1. Put on your face mask at all times. No Facemask-No Betting policy shall be applied in all PCSO outlets in the country.
  2. Observe social 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 contact.
  5. Use the alcohols, disinfectant or hand sanitizer provided before leaving the lotto outlet.
  6. Use the garbage cans provided to throw away used bet slips and/or old lotto tickets.

PCSO Lotto 6/42 System Plays – Ways to Increase the Chances of Winning the Jackpot

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.

The available system plays 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 player picks seven (7) numbers which produces a total of seven (7) combinations. In System 8, the player selects eight (8) numbers, generating a total of 28 combinations.

The overall number of combinations increases as the selected numbers increase. The same rule applies for System 9, System 10, System 11 and System 12.

In the case of System 5R, the player will only have to pick five (5) numbers. The remaining (unselected) 37 numbers will be combined with the 5 selected numbers. This produces a total of 37 combinations.

Remember that your total bet cost will be much higher in system plays due to the higher number of combinations you will place your bet on. The total price of the ticket shall be PhP 20 times the number of combinations produced.

The following table shows the number of combination as well as the corresponding ticket cost for every system play.

6/42 Lotto System Play
Your 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

Below is a recap of the latest jackpot prize of the major lottery games of PCSO as of today, September 20, 2022.

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 6/5849-43-30-04-25-37Php 81.8 Million
Grand Lotto 6/5510-53-06-34-42-08Php 178.8 Million
Super Lotto 6/4904-22-30-43-42-25Php 15.8 Million
Mega Lotto 6/4536-14-18-03-02-11Php 8.9 Million
National Lotto 6/4223-31-41-08-40-06Php 12.3 Million

Note: We update the list above on a regular basis. It should illustrate 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, Super Lotto 6/49, and Ultra Lotto 6/58.

6/42 Lotto FAQs – Important Information about your Favorite PCSO game

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

You win a prize in Lotto 6/42 by matching at least three (3) drawn numbers in any order. Higher prizes awaits those who will get four (4), five (5) or six (6) winning numbers.

If you match three (3) out of the six (6) winning numbers, you get PhP 20, four (4) out of six (6) wins you a prize equal to PhP 800 while five (5) out of six (6) wins you a prize equal to PhP 24,000.

Getting all the numbers wins you the jackpot prize worth no less than PhP 5.94 Million.

You can improve your odds of winning by opting for a system bet. With this option, you can mark up to 12 numbers per column in the play slip, thus producing up to 924 number combinations.

You can select from seven available system plays. These are the System 5R and System 7 up to System 12.

Ticket price shall be based on the overall number of produced combinations.

What are the draws to be held by PCSO today, September 20, 2022?

These are the PCSO draws slated 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.

How to check the most recent PCSO Lotto 6/42 winning numbers for 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 is SYS 8 in Lotto 6/42?

System 8 is the Lotto 6/42 system bet that lets bettors to pick a total of eight (8) numbers instead of the regular six (6) numbers. This play type produces 28 combinations in all and costs PhP 560 (Php 20 x 28 combinations).

To play System 8, just choose your preferred 8-number combination and then mark the number 8 in the SYS column of the 6/42 Lotto play card.

How much does a Lotto System 9 ticket cost?

System 9 allows you to select a nine (9) number combination instead of the typical combination composed of six (6) numbers. This type of National Lotto 6/42 system play generates 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 play card.

What is the price of an PCSO Lotto 6/42 ticket?

A player can buy the Lotto 6/42 ticket for 20 Pesos per combination at any authorized PCSO lotto outlet. This amount is inclusive of the Documentary Stamp Tax (DST).

Does PCSO conduct draws during Christmas and New year?

PCSO most of the time cancels its lotto draws during regular holidays such as December 25 (Christmas), January 1 (New Year), Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Black Saturday, and Easter Sunday. In other special holidays such as December 24 (Christmas Eve) and December 31 (New Year’s Eve), PCSO shortens its draw schedule in such a way that all draws are finished early in the day.

What is DST?

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

PCSO started adding 20% DST on the prices of its tickets when the law took effect 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 rose from PhP 20 to PhP 24.

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

How to claim the 6/42 Lotto Prize?

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

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

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

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.

Click here to learn how you can claim your Lotto prize.

PCSO Official Announcements & Press Releases

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

January 6, 2021– PCSO 4D and 6D Lotto draws have resumed.

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 lotto games. Prices were previously raised to PhP 24 after the TRAIN Law took effect.

Get more news and other 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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