What are the actual jackpot odds?

1 in 290,472,336 — the number of ways to choose 5 numbers from 70 (12,103,014) multiplied by the 24 possible Mega Ball values, since both pools are independent and both must match.

Mega Millions Number Generator (Unofficial)

Every valid number combination has exactly the same probability. This tool cannot improve your odds, and past draws never make any number more or less “due”. Unofficial tool — not affiliated with or endorsed by any lottery operator. Play only where you meet the legal age requirement, and gamble responsibly.

Number of lines

Up to 20

Always include

Comma-separated numbers

Never include

Comma-separated numbers

Your lines will appear here for this session only.

What this generator does

Generates a Mega Millions line: five main numbers from a large pool plus one Mega Ball from a much smaller one. The size of that main pool is what produces the very long odds behind the headline jackpots the game is known for.

How to use this tool

Choose how many lines to generate.
Include or exclude specific numbers if you like.
Generate your lines and copy them, or generate again for a new set.

Worked examples

A full line: Five main numbers from 1–70 plus a Mega Ball from 1–24, drawn from its own separate pool.
Several lines at once: Generate multiple lines together if you normally play more than one. Each line is drawn independently, so two lines generated side by side can share numbers.

Common use cases

Generating your own Mega Millions-style numbers
Comparing self-picked numbers against a quick-pick

Limitations and good to know

Five main numbers from 1 to 70 plus one Mega Ball from 1 to 24, drawn from a separate pool.
Drawing five from 70 plus one from 24 gives the very long odds that let the jackpot roll to the headline figures it does. A randomly generated line is exactly as likely as any other, and no selection strategy shortens those odds.

This is an unofficial, independent tool and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any lottery operator. Every valid number combination has exactly the same probability of being drawn — generating numbers here does not improve your odds, and past draws have no bearing on future ones. Play only where you meet the applicable legal age requirement, and gamble responsibly.

Frequently asked questions

What are the actual jackpot odds?: 1 in 290,472,336 — the number of ways to choose 5 numbers from 70 (12,103,014) multiplied by the 24 possible Mega Ball values, since both pools are independent and both must match.