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Current guide to New Jersey (NJ) lottery results, game schedules, odds, and prize-claim rules.
View the most recent winning numbers, prizes, and jackpots for all New Jersey lottery games.
| Game | Winning Numbers | Prize & Details |
|---|---|---|
Pick-3 Midday | 8 2 2 4BB | Top Prize $500 |
Pick-3 Evening | 6 8 6 7BB | Top Prize $500 |
Pick-4 Midday | 7 2 3 5 4BB | Top Prize $5K |
Pick-4 Evening | 5 8 9 4 7BB | Top Prize $5K |
Cash 5 | 2 5 6 11BB 31 | Est. Jackpot $1.25M |
Pick-6 | 3 11 12 39 40 41 Double Play 1 4 9 13 42 46 | Est. Jackpot $5.90M |
Source: Official New Jersey Lottery. Results verified after each drawing.
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New Jersey's lottery has been around since 1970, offering residents four draw games including Pick-3, Pick-4, Pick-6, and Cash 5. Beyond those traditional draws, players can grab scratch-off tickets at thousands of retailers across the state. It's a straightforward way to try your luck with both daily and instant-win options.
New Jersey Lottery proceeds fund education across the state, with revenues supporting school construction, classroom resources, and educational programs for K-12 students. The lottery also contributes to senior citizen programs and various community initiatives. Since these profits flow directly back into the communities that buy tickets, New Jersey residents benefit twice over - both from the chance to win and from the services that lottery revenue helps sustain.
This page covers buying rules, results verification, privacy guidance, claim procedures, and tax planning for New Jersey players.
View All GamesPurchase New Jersey lottery tickets at authorized retailers across the state. Choose your numbers, check game-specific cutoff times, and play responsibly.
Buy tickets only from licensed lottery retailers. Phone, mail, and direct internet purchases are not part of the standard Arizona ticket-buying flow.
Authorized retailers commonly accept cash, debit cards, and credit cards, though payment options can still vary by location.
Around 10:00 PM, with exact cutoff times varying by game and drawing.
New Jersey Lottery is best for ticket scanning, results, and retailer lookup.
Visit official app or site →Find the latest winning numbers in the results table above, or use our ticket checker to see if you've won. Results are updated shortly after drawings are posted on the official website.
Start here for a quick self-check. Compare the latest New Jersey winning numbers and test a ticket without leaving the page.
Use New Jersey Lottery or the official website for scans, posted numbers, claim instructions, and final confirmation.
An authorized New Jersey retailer can scan your ticket on an official terminal before you begin a claim.
Always confirm a winning ticket with an authorized retailer or the official New Jersey lottery before you begin a prize claim. Published results help you check numbers quickly, but the official lottery remains the final authority.
Posted numbers, claim forms, game notices, and official instructions.
Scan tickets, check results, and access official account or retailer tools on mobile.
Use an authorized retailer for an in-store terminal scan before claiming a prize.
Learn about your privacy options and legal requirements if you win the lottery in New Jersey. Understand whether you can remain anonymous and what steps you can take to protect your identity.
New Jersey allows lottery winners to keep their identity private under the state's published lottery rules. Review the state-specific disclosure requirements before you claim.
New Jersey lets winners stay anonymous. That's a big deal. You can claim your prize without going public, which shields you from unwanted attention, solicitation, and the occasional relative you haven't heard from in decades suddenly becoming very friendly. Here's the catch though. You can't use a trust or LLC to claim your winnings and stay hidden. Some states allow that workaround, but New Jersey doesn't play that game. Winners must claim prizes directly under their own name, yet the state won't release identifying information to the media or public without your consent. This protection matters most for larger jackpot winners. You get the money and the privacy, but you're still on record with the lottery commission. It's a solid middle ground between total anonymity and full exposure.
New Jersey prizes usually must be claimed within 365 days. Your prize amount determines whether the claim starts at a retailer, by mail, or with the lottery office.
Start here. Your prize amount determines where the claim begins and whether mail handling is possible.
Claim at an authorized lottery retailer.
Fastest route for smaller prizes
Prizes above the retailer limit are handled by the lottery or through mail claims.
Mail claims may be available
Sign the back of the ticket as soon as possible so you can establish ownership before beginning the claim.
Check the numbers again using the official lottery tools or a retailer scan before you complete any claim paperwork.
Use the prize threshold ladder below to decide whether the claim belongs at a retailer, by mail, or at a lottery office.
Gather the signed ticket, identification, and any claim form or tax information required for the prize amount.
Most prizes must be claimed within 365 days. Once that deadline passes, the ticket is no longer valid for payment.
Unclaimed lottery winnings in New Jersey don't just vanish. After a set period, unclaimed prizes get redirected to the state's general treasury, which then funds public education initiatives and various state programs. So basically, if you forget about that ticket, your potential jackpot ends up supporting schools instead of sitting in limbo.
Federal withholding usually starts at 24% on larger prizes, and New Jersey applies 5.00% state tax where required. Use this section to understand what gets withheld, how payout choice affects taxes, and when to use the calculator for a personalized estimate.
The IRS generally withholds 24% on prizes above $5,000. New Jersey also applies a 5.00% state rate where required.
Withholding is only an initial payment toward your eventual tax liability. Your total income, filing situation, and local rules can all push the real outcome higher or lower.
When you want a personalized estimate, use the calculator to compare lump sum and annuity outcomes with federal, state, and local tax detail where applicable.
Go deeper once you have checked the basics. See which numbers are appearing most frequently, which ones are running cold, and how recent draw history looks across New Jersey games.
New Jersey participates in Powerball, Mega Millions, and other nationwide lottery games with jackpots reaching hundreds of millions of dollars. These games combine ticket sales from multiple states to create massive prize pools.
Pick 5 numbers from 1-69 and 1 Powerball from 1-26 for jackpots that start at $20 million.
Pick 5 numbers from 1-70 and 1 Mega Ball from 1-24 for jackpots that start at $50 million.
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Learn moreAnswers to common questions about New Jersey lottery results, tools, and procedures, with Lottery Valley guidance and official source confirmation.
The fastest way to check New Jersey lottery results is right here on this page! We update winning numbers immediately after each drawing. Scroll to the results table above to see the latest numbers for all New Jersey lottery games.
Getting started with the New Jersey lottery is easy! First, visit any authorized lottery retailer (look for the official lottery logo at convenience stores, gas stations, or grocery stores). Choose a game from New Jersey's 5 available lottery games—beginners often start with daily draw games or smaller state games for better odds and more frequent drawings. Tell the retailer which game you want to play and either pick your own numbers or request a "Quick Pick" for randomly selected numbers. Tickets typically cost $1-$5 depending on the game. Always purchase tickets before the sales cutoff time (usually 1-2 hours before the drawing). For help choosing which game is right for you, visit our complete games guide with detailed comparisons, odds, and selection advice for all New Jersey lottery games.
New Jersey currently offers 5 lottery games, including Cash 5, Double Play, Pick-3 Evening, and more. Each game has different odds, jackpot sizes, and drawing schedules. For detailed game comparisons, odds analysis, and help choosing the right game for you, visit our New Jersey games overview page.
New Jersey lottery winnings are subject to both federal taxes (24% withholding on winnings over $5,000) and New Jersey state taxes at a rate of 5.00%. Use our New Jersey lottery tax calculator to instantly calculate your potential take-home amount after all taxes. The calculator factors in federal, state, and local taxes to give you an accurate estimate.
Lottery tickets are available at thousands of authorized retailers throughout New Jersey, including convenience stores, gas stations, grocery stores, and liquor stores. Look for the official lottery logo at retailers. Always purchase tickets before the sales cutoff time (usually 1-2 hours before the drawing). Check the drawing calendar for exact sales cutoff times for each New Jersey lottery game.
New Jersey lottery games have different drawing schedules ranging from daily to weekly drawings. Many state-specific games draw multiple times per week. Use our New Jersey Lottery Drawing Calendar to view the complete weekly drawing schedule for all New Jersey lottery games, including exact times and sales cutoffs.
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