Grand Lotto 6/55 Rules
How to Play
- You must be at least 18 years old to play.
- On your playslip, select six numbers from 1 to 55, or mark Lucky Pick (LP) for a computer-generated set.
- Each 6-number combination costs ₱25.00 (inclusive of 20% Documentary Stamp Tax).
- You may play the same numbers for up to 6 consecutive draws by marking the number of draws in the DRAW panel.
System Play
To increase your chances of winning, you can opt for System Play. Choose more than six numbers, and the system generates all possible combinations. The available system plays and costs are:
| System Type | Combinations | Total Cost (₱25 each) |
| System 5-Roll | 50 | ₱1,250.00 |
| System7 | 7 | ₱175.00 |
| System8 | 28 | ₱700.00 |
| System9 | 84 | ₱2,100.00 |
| System10 | 210 | ₱5,250.00 |
| System11 | 462 | ₱11,550.00 |
| System12 | 924 | ₱23,100.00 |
Winning Condition
- To win the jackpot, match all six numbers drawn.
- Consolation prizes are awarded for matching any 3, 4, or 5 numbers.
Jackpot Growth
The jackpot starts at ₱45,000,000.00 (net of agent’s prize commission). It increases each draw until someone wins. If there are multiple jackpot winners, the prize is divided equally.
Odds
The probability of winning the jackpot is 1 in 28,989,675.
Grand Lotto 6/55 Prizes
Prize Structure
| Prize Category | Matching Numbers | Prize Amount |
| Jackpot | 6 of 6 | Minimum ₱45,000,000.00 (net of agent's commission);progressive |
| Category II | 5 of 6 | ₱1,400,000.00 (to be shared equally among all winners per standard bet) |
| Category III | 4 of 6 | ₱1,300,000.00 (to be shared equall among all winners per standard bet) |
| Category IV | 3 of 6 | ₱60.00 (fixed prize) |
- Prize Pool Share (PPS): For Category II and III, the amount each winner receives depends on the total prize pool allocated for that category and the number of winners. System play entries generate multiple combinations, resulting in multiple shares.
- Tax: Prizes above ₱10,000 are subject to a 20% final tax under the TRAIN Law.
System Play Prize Payout Example
The screenshot shows a prize payout chart for different system plays. When you play a system, you win multiple prize shares if your selected numbers contain winning combinations. For instance, if you have 5 matching numbers using System 7, you win multiple Category II and III shares. Refer to the official chart for exact calculations.
Grand Lotto 6/55 Draw Schedule
- Draw Days: Every MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, and SATURDAY
- Draw Time: 9:00 PM (Philippine Standard Time)
Where to Watch
- Television: IBC13 and D8TV
- Live Stream:
pcso.gov.ph
PCSO Game Online Hub
PCSO Official Facebook pages
PCSO Official YouTube Channel
Where to Claim Grand Lotto 6/55 Prizes
Claiming Locations
| Peize Amount | Claiming Location |
| ₱20 - ₱10,000 | Any authorized PCSO Lotto outlet or PCSO branch office |
| ₱10,001 - ₱300,000 | PCSO branch office or PCSO Main Office (2nd Floor) |
| ₱300,001 and above | PCSO Main Office,2nd Floor, Shaw Boulevard, Mandluyong Cite |
Required Documents
- Winning ticket (signed at the back)
- Two valid government-issued IDs (e.g., passport, driver’s license, UMID)
Deadline
Prizes must be claimed within one (1) year from the draw date. Unclaimed prizes after this period are forfeited to the National Treasury.
| Note: Prizes above ₱10,000 are subject to a 20% final tax under the TRAIN Law.
