Mega Millions Winning Numbers – September 26, 2025

The results of the Mega Millions lottery have been revealed for Friday, September 26, 2025. Millions of people across the United States were waiting to find out if they had a winning ticket. With an enormous jackpot at stake, the hype around this draw was higher than it has been in some time.

Mega Millions Winning Numbers for September 26, 2025

The winning numbers for the Mega Millions drawing on Friday, September 26, 2025, are:

• 33 – 21 – 4 – 27 – 49
• Mega Ball: 21

These six numbers determine both jackpot and secondary prize winners. Players are encouraged to check their tickets carefully, as thousands still won smaller prizes depending on the numbers matched and whether they opted for the Megaplier.

Mega Millions Jackpot: September 26, 2025

The jackpot amount for this particular draw was an estimated $474 million annuity or $219.4 million cash option. Because of consecutive rollovers, the total prize dollar amount had been rising. Therefore, this was expected to be one of the largest draws of the year. Mega Millions jackpots begin at $20 million, however, many players take notice when the jackpot starts rolling over without someone winning, as that starts pushing the jackpot over $200 million (or more) even faster. 

Did Anyone Win Mega Million Jackpot: September 26, 2025

Even with a large jackpot like this, for this draw, there was no player that matched all six numbers on September 26, therefore, that prize amount will roll over to the next draw on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. This means there will still be an opportunity for players to vie for a life-changing prize amount! 

While there was no jackpot winner, there were still thousands of lower tier prizes won, and the values of those prizes will vary based on numbers matched and whether or not the player chose the Megaplier.

Mega Millions Payment Options

If you win Mega Millions, there are basically two ways to collect your money:

• Annuity Payment – You are paid in 30 payments, with each payment increasing by 5% from the previous year's amount. This is an option for receiving steady money over time.
• Cash Option – You would receive a one-time lump sum of cash, equal to less than the total annuity amount on winning the jackpot.

For smaller prizes, it’s usually the case that winners receive either a single amount paid out in one cash payment, while those claiming a jackpot must choose digestively between the annuity or cash payment option. Understanding how to collect your winnings, will help you financially plan.

How to Play Mega Millions

Engaging in the Mega Millions game is very simple:

• Select five numbers from the range of 1 to 70 white balls.
• Also select a Mega Ball from 1 to 25.
• You can also choose to add the Megaplier to increase your non-jackpot prizes.
• Make sure you buy your ticket before the cut-off time, which is 10:45 p.m ET on draw days.

Players win prizes by matching all or part of the numbers drawn. The more numbers drawn, the bigger the prize. The Megaplier offers huge winnings in non-jackpot second-tier prizes.

Where to Purchase Mega Millions Tickets 

You can purchase Mega Millions tickets from:

• Authorized licensed lottery retail locations in participating U.S. states
• Authorized state lottery websites (where available, the purchaser can purchase an online ticket)
• Lottery kiosks in stores such as supermarkets, convenience stores, and gas stations  
• Some state lottery supported mobile lottery apps.

Next Mega Millions Draw

The next Mega Millions draw will take place on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at 11 p.m. ET. As the jackpot rolls to another draw, the price will continue to climb and the energy will continue to build nationwide.