Mega Millions Winning Numbers for March 11, 2026: See If You Matched the Giant Jackpot

The Mega Millions winning numbers drawn Tuesday, March 10 were 16-21-30-35-65 and Mega Ball 7, delivering a $533 million jackpot—$244.2 million cash—to a single ticket sold in Illinois. Winning Numbers and Jackpot Breakdown • White balls: 16 | 21 | 30 | 35 | 65 • Gold Mega Ball: 7 • Jackpot: $533 million annuity ($244.2 million cash) • Overall winning tickets in Tuesday’s draw: 415,980 • Second-tier winners (matched five numbers): Maryland $4 million, Illinois $5 million Illinois Scores First 2026 Mega Millions Jackpot This prize is the state’s 17th Mega Millions jackpot win and marks only the second time in game history that the first jackpot of a calendar year arrived in March, echoing New Jersey’s $1.128 billion score on March 26, 2024. Prize Tiers and Enhanced Payouts During the 28-draw run that began after the December 2 jackpot, players nationwide collected nearly $209.4 million in non-jackpot prizes, including 18 second-tier payouts worth $2 million–$5 million and 185 third-tier prizes of $20,000–$100,000. The game’s Megaplier feature continued to boost lower-tier winnings for lucky ticket holders. Next Mega Millions Drawing: Friday the 13th With the top prize claimed, Friday’s drawing (March 13, 11 p.m. ET) resets to the starting $50 million annuity ($22.9 million cash). Historically, Mega Millions jackpots have been hit seven times on a Friday the 13th, adding extra intrigue for superstition-minded players. How to Play and Improve Your Odds 1. Purchase a $5 ticket in any of the 45 states plus D.C. and the U.S. Virgin Islands where Mega Millions is offered. 2. Select five numbers from 1–70 and one Mega Ball from 1–25, or opt for Quick Pick. 3. Add the Megaplier for an extra $1 to multiply non-jackpot prizes up to 10×. 4. Check results after each Tuesday and Friday drawing; overall odds of winning any prize are 1 in 23, while jackpot odds stand at 1 in 290,472,336. Claiming Your Prize • Jackpot winners may choose the 30-year annuity or the immediate cash option. • Sign the back of your ticket, keep it secure, and contact your state lottery headquarters for validation and tax guidance. • Most states allow 180 days to 1 year to claim; deadlines vary, so verify local rules promptly. Stay Updated Bookmark this page, set lottery alerts, and follow your state lottery’s official channels so you never miss the next set of Mega Millions winning numbers. With a fresh $50 million up for grabs on Friday the 13th, now is the time to grab a ticket and dream big.