MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) has announced higher minimum jackpot and consolation prizes across all major lottery games beginning February 1, 2026, giving players bigger rewards and stronger winning potential in every draw.
In a statement, the agency said lottery enthusiasts nationwide can expect “significantly higher minimum jackpot prizes across all major games, ensuring that every ticket holds even more life-changing potential from the very first draw.”
Higher Starting Jackpots
Under the updated prize structure, the new minimum jackpots are:
- Lotto 6/42 – ₱10 million (from ₱6 million)
- Mega Lotto 6/45 – ₱15 million (from ₱9 million)
- Super Lotto 6/49 – ₱25 million (from ₱16 million)
- Grand Lotto 6/55 – ₱45 million (from ₱30 million)
- Ultra Lotto 6/58 – ₱75 million (from ₱50 million)
| Lotto Game | Minimum Jackpot Prize | |
|---|---|---|
| Old | New | |
| Lotto 6/42 | Php 6 Million | Php 10 Million |
| Mega Lotto 6/45 | Php 9 Million | Php 15 Million |
| Super Lotto 6/49 | Php 16 Million | Php 25 Million |
| Grand Lotto 6/55 | Php 30 Million | Php 45 Million |
| Ultra Lotto 6/58 | Php 50 Million | Php 75 Million |
PCSO clarified that the progressive jackpot system remains unchanged. If no bettor wins, the jackpot continues to grow until a player matches all six winning numbers.
PCSO General Manager Mel Robles said the higher starting amounts are part of the agency’s effort to make each draw more exciting and rewarding for players nationwide.
“These higher starting jackpots reflect our commitment to keeping the games exciting while ensuring the long-term sustainability of our charitable initiatives,” Robles said.
Bigger Consolation Prizes
Aside from jackpots, PCSO also upgraded its consolation prize matrix.
“Simula February 1, 2026, hindi na lang jackpot ang milyon—pati consolation prizes, pinalaki na rin,” PCSO said.
Players who match 5 or 4 winning numbers will now receive larger shared prizes. For example, in Lotto 6/42, the consolation prize for four winning numbers will be at least ₱1 million, to be divided equally among all winners.
| Lotto Game | Winning Numbers | Prize |
|---|---|---|
| Lotto 6/42 | 5 | Php 1.1 Million |
| 4 | Php 1.0 Million | |
| Mega Lotto 6/45 | 5 | Php 1.2 Million |
| 4 | Php 1.1 Million | |
| Super Lotto 6/49 | 5 | Php 1.3 Million |
| 4 | Php 1.2 Million | |
| Grand Lotto 6/55 | 5 | Php 1.4 Million |
| 4 | Php 1.3 Million | |
| Ultra Lotto 6/58 | 5 | Php 1.5 Million |
| 4 | Php 1.4 Million |
New Ticket Price
The ticket price has been adjusted from ₱20 to ₱25 per standard play.
PCSO said the modest increase offers a better risk-to-reward balance for players while helping generate more funds for its health, medical, and social welfare programs.
Schedule of PCSO lotto draws
Here is the updated schedule of lotto games held by PCSO from Monday to Sunday.
- STL Swer3 Visayas – Monday to Sunday at 10:30AM, 3PM and 7PM
- STL Swer2, Swer3, Swer4 Mindanao – Monday to Sunday at 10:30AM and 8PM
- 2D Lotto (EZ2) – Monday to Sunday at 2PM, 5PM and 9PM
- 3D Lotto (Swertres) – Monday to Sunday at 2PM, 5PM and 9PM
- 4D Lotto – Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9PM
- 6D Lotto – Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 9PM
- Lotto 6/42 – Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 9PM
- Mega Lotto 6/45 – Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9PM
- Super Lotto 6/49 – Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday at 9PM
- Grand Lotto 6/55 – Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 9PM
- Ultra Lotto 6/58 – Tuesday, Friday and Sunday at 9PM
Supporting Public Welfare
The agency emphasized that higher jackpots are expected to encourage greater participation, which directly supports PCSO’s mission of providing assistance to millions of Filipinos.
— The Summit Express“Every ticket purchased is not just a chance to win; it’s a contribution to the nation’s welfare,” Robles added.
