Mega Sena Information
Get all the information you need about different aspects of Mega Sena. You can find an overview of everything from how to play to the annual Mega da Virada draw. Browse through the sections below and select the relevant link for more details.
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How to Play
To play Mega Sena, you select numbers from 1 to 60. You can choose a minimum of six, up to a maximum of 15. You need to match at least four of the winning numbers.
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Prizes
Find out the Mega Sena prizes from the last draw and discover which states have created the most winners. The main prize can reach hundreds of millions of reals.
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Statistics
Which numbers have been drawn the most frequently and which numbers are overdue? Study up-to-date Mega Sena statistics to help you make your selections for the next draw.
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Checker
Use the Mega Sena simulator to select the numbers you have already played. It's easy to use and a great way to see whether you have won a prize.
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Tickets
You can buy Mega Sena tickets from retailers in Brazil, but it's even easier to play online. Your numbers will be kept safe and checked automatically after a draw.
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Generator
If you're looking to get one or more sets of completely random combinations, the generator is the tool for you. You can pick up to 15 numbers in an instant, and see how many combinations it provides.
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Draw Calendar
Find a full schedule of Mega Sena draws for the year to help plan when to play. You'll find the dates for every draw ending 0 or 5.
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Mega da Virada
The biggest draw of the year, Mega da Virada, happens on 31st December. The main prize builds up over 12 months and can be worth over R$300 million.
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Syndicates
When you play in a Syndicate (Bolão), you buy your bets with other players and split the winnings if you get a prize. It allows you to buy more entries at an affordable cost, increasing your chances of winning.
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How to Claim
It's easy to claim a Mega Sena prize, whether you've played in a store or online. Find out about the different options, depending on how much you've won.
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Where the Money Goes
Playing Mega Sena doesn't just give you a chance to win a great prize. It also raises money for good causes all over Brazil. Learn how the money is distributed.
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FAQs
Get the answers to all the most frequently asked questions about Mega Sena, including all aspects of playing the game, claiming prizes and special draws.
Mega Sena was launched in 1996, taking over from the previous 'Sena' game that had been running since 1988. The first draw took place on 13/03/1996 and had a jackpot of R$1.7 million.
Over time, the jackpots have got bigger and bigger, with the annual Mega da Virada draw offering hundreds of millions of reals. Other changes have also come in to make the game more exciting, with every fifth draw now a special event. Whenever the draw number ends in a 0 or a 5, the jackpot is enhanced by prize money that has been accumulating in a booster fund for the previous four draws.
Alongside Mega Sena, there are also a range of other lotteries that can be played in Brazil, including Quina, Lotofacil and Dupla Sena. Find out more information about these games through the 'other lotteries' tab on the top menu.