North Carolina Lottery Results & Winning Numbers
Live winning numbers, today’s Midday and Evening Pick 3 / Pick 4 results, draw and cutoff schedules, and after-tax payout calculators for every tracked North Carolina Lottery game.
Last updated: October 30, 2026 ET · Official operator: NC Education Lottery
Latest North Carolina Winning Numbers & Draw Results
Pick 3 (NC)
Schedule: Daily · Daytime 3:00 PM & Evening 11:22 PM ET · Cutoff: 2:45 PM & 10:59 PM ET
Pick 4 (NC)
Schedule: Daily · Daytime 3:00 PM & Evening 11:22 PM ET · Cutoff: 2:45 PM & 10:59 PM ET
Powerball
Schedule: Mon, Wed & Sat · 10:59 PM ET · Cutoff: 10:00 PM ET
Mega Millions
Schedule: Tue & Fri · 11:00 PM ET · Cutoff: 10:45 PM ET
Millionaire for Life
Schedule: Daily · 10:38 PM ET · Cutoff: 9:30 PM ET
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North Carolina Lottery Draw Schedule & Ticket Sales Cutoff Times (ET)
Use this schedule to check when North Carolina draw games and daily digits games close before each drawing:
| Game | Draw Schedule | Ticket Sales Cutoff | Ticket Price | Top Prize & Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pick 3 (NC) | Daily · Daytime 3:00 PM & Evening 11:22 PM ET | 2:45 PM & 10:59 PM ET | $0.50 or $1.00 (+ FIREBALL option) | $500 Exact Order ($1 play) · 1 in 1,000 odds |
| Pick 4 (NC) | Daily · Daytime 3:00 PM & Evening 11:22 PM ET | 2:45 PM & 10:59 PM ET | $0.50 or $1.00 (+ FIREBALL option) | $5,000 Exact Order ($1 play) · 1 in 10,000 odds |
| Powerball | Mon, Wed & Sat · 10:59 PM ET | 10:00 PM ET | $2 (+ $1 Power Play & $1 Double Play) | Rolling national jackpot (starts at $20M) |
| Mega Millions | Tue & Fri · 11:00 PM ET | 10:45 PM ET | $5 (includes built-in 2x–10x multiplier) | Rolling national jackpot (starts at $50M) |
| Millionaire for Life | Daily · 10:38 PM ET | 9:30 PM ET | $2 | $1,000 a day for life (or cash option) |
North Carolina Lottery Tax Calculator, Claim Deadlines & Anonymity Rules
4.5% North Carolina flat state income tax on lottery prizes over $5,000 (in addition to 24% federal withholding on prizes over $5,000; up to 37% top federal marginal bracket). Use our interactive Lottery Tax Calculator and Cash vs. Annuity Payout Calculator to model any specific jackpot amount.
| Advertised Jackpot | Est. Cash Option (~46%) | North Carolina State Tax | After 24% Fed + State Withholding | Est. Net After 37% Top Fed + State Tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $10 Million Jackpot | $4.6M | 4.5% | $3.3M | $2.7M |
| $100 Million Jackpot | $46M | 4.5% | $32.9M | $26.9M |
| $500 Million Jackpot | $230M | 4.5% | $164.4M | $134.6M |
| $1 Billion Jackpot | $460M | 4.5% | $328.9M | $269.1M |
180 days from the draw date to claim draw-game prizes; 60 days from the draw date if electing the Cash Option on Powerball or Mega Millions jackpots.
North Carolina law treats winner name, city/town of residence, and prize amount as public record unless a statutory protective exception (such as a valid protective order) applies.
North Carolina Lottery Frequently Asked Questions
What North Carolina Lottery games are tracked on this page?
This North Carolina Lottery hub tracks live winning numbers, next-draw jackpots, payout charts, strategy tools, and statistical fairness audits for Pick 3 (NC), Pick 4 (NC), Powerball, Mega Millions, Millionaire for Life. Every game links directly to its dedicated results, jackpot analysis, hot/cold strategy, how-to-win odds guide, and fairness audit pages.
Are North Carolina Lottery winnings taxed?
4.5% North Carolina flat state income tax on lottery prizes over $5,000 (in addition to 24% federal withholding on prizes over $5,000; up to 37% top federal marginal bracket). You can model exact lump-sum vs. annuity payouts for any jackpot amount using our interactive Lottery Tax Calculator.
What time are North Carolina Lottery drawings and ticket sales cutoffs?
All North Carolina draw times and ticket sales cutoffs on this page are listed in local ET. Ticket sales for multi-state games (Powerball and Mega Millions) close 45–60 minutes before the drawing, while daily Pick 3, Pick 4, and state draw games close 10–20 minutes before the draw.
How long do you have to claim a North Carolina Lottery prize?
180 days from the draw date to claim draw-game prizes; 60 days from the draw date if electing the Cash Option on Powerball or Mega Millions jackpots. Always sign the back of your physical ticket immediately and verify the exact claim center rules with the official NC Education Lottery.
Can a North Carolina Lottery winner remain anonymous?
North Carolina law treats winner name, city/town of residence, and prize amount as public record unless a statutory protective exception (such as a valid protective order) applies.
Can I scan my North Carolina Lottery ticket on my phone?
Yes. Use the free ticket scanner on this page or in the Lucky Picks mobile app to photograph your printed North Carolina Lottery ticket and check every line against the official winning numbers.
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