The Mega Millions lottery continues to draw in millions of players each week with its record-setting jackpots. On Tuesday and Friday, hopeful players eagerly await the Tuesday and Friday numbers, dreaming of becoming the next big winner. The drawing for Tuesday, September 30, 2025, has been conducted, and the winning numbers are now available below.
Mega Millions Winning Numbers – September 30, 2025
The winning numbers for Tuesday’s drawing are:
- 4 – 8 – 27 – 37 – 63
- Mega Ball 14
Players can win cash prizes, even if they have not matched all six numbers. If they purchased the Megaplier for an extra one dollar, the prizes are multiplied either 2x, 3x, 4x, or 5x!
Did Anyone Win the Jackpot
Unfortunately, on Tuesday no one matched all six numbers and won the jackpot. Therefore, the jackpot will increase and roll over to the next drawing. The next Mega Millions drawing is on Friday Night, October 3, 2025.
While no one won the jackpot this drawing, thousands of players won smaller amounts, by matching some of the winning numbers. The smallest prize is for just matching the Mega Ball number, winning $2. However, players who match all five white balls but not the Mega Ball will win $1 million.
How to Play Mega Millions
Playing the Mega Millions lottery is a very easy process for most every person to do. A player simply must:
- Choose five different numbers from 1 to 70
- Select one Mega Ball number from 1 to 25
- Optionally, pay an additional $1 to add the Megaplier for a greater value on non-jackpot winnings
Tickets are available at approved retailers in most states in America, and some states allow users to buy tickets online. Drawings are held two times each week on Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m. ET.
What to do After Winning Mega Millions Jackpot
- Sign the ticket right away. - Sign it to give yourself ownership of the ticket.
- Check your numbers carefully. - Make care to check numbers against an official source.
- Get financial help. - Especially if the winnings are large, you will want to involve professionals for help.
- Claim your winnings. - Small winnings may be collected from a retailer, but a lottery office will require all larger winnings.
- Choose a payout option. - When claiming for a jackpot, your earnings cannot be split, and so you will have to choose to be paid in one lump some amount or over time with an annuity.
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Next Mega Millions Jackpot
Since there was no jackpot winner on September 30, the next Mega Millions jackpot will be even bigger. After a rollover, a jackpot soon becomes prominent and national attention quickly follows, especially as it climbs into the hundreds of millions. Lottery officials will release an official estimated jackpot for the next drawing shortly.
Why Mega Millions Is So Popular
The popularity of Mega Millions is found throughout the United States based on the massive jackpots and straightforward rules. The game has simple rules that everyone understands, and with a drawing twice a week, it is fun for players! The prize pool can generate millions of fun prizes even if no one wins the jackpot! Just the thought that someone can become a millionaire in one day is why many players want to try their luck and play!