EuroJackpot Explained: Odds, Numbers, Prizes & the €120 Million Jackpot

EuroJackpot is one of Europe's biggest lottery games, offering jackpots from a guaranteed €10 million up to a maximum of €120 million.

To win the jackpot, you need to match five main numbers from 1 to 50 plus two Euro Numbers from 1 to 12.

The jackpot odds are 1 in 139,838,160, but EuroJackpot has 12 prize categories, so you do not need to match all seven drawn numbers to win a prize.

The overall odds of winning any EuroJackpot prize are approximately 1 in 32.

So how does EuroJackpot work, what exactly are Euro Numbers, and what happens when the jackpot reaches its €120 million ceiling?

How Does EuroJackpot Work?

A standard EuroJackpot entry consists of two separate number selections:

• 5 main numbers from 1 to 50
• 2 Euro Numbers from 1 to 12

To win the top prize, all five main numbers and both Euro Numbers on one entry must match the numbers drawn.

EuroJackpot is drawn twice every week on Tuesday and Friday.

MagicLotto customers interested in the European lottery can play EuroJackpot online through MagicLotto for available draws.

What Are the Odds of Winning the EuroJackpot?

The official odds of matching all five main numbers and both Euro Numbers are:

1 in 139,838,160

That is an extremely small probability, and winning a lottery jackpot should never be expected.

However, the jackpot is only one of EuroJackpot's 12 prize categories.

The overall odds of winning any prize are approximately:

1 in 32

This does not mean playing 32 entries guarantees a win. Each entry remains an independent game of chance.

Why Are the EuroJackpot Odds 1 in 139,838,160?

The jackpot probability comes directly from the number of possible combinations in the two number pools.

There are:

2,118,760 possible combinations of five numbers from 50

and:

66 possible combinations of two Euro Numbers from 12

Multiply them together:

2,118,760 × 66 = 139,838,160 possible jackpot combinations

Only one of those combinations will match all seven numbers in a particular draw.

If you enjoy exploring lottery mathematics, try the MagicLotto Lottery Calculator to explore combinations and probabilities.

Do You Need All Seven Numbers to Win EuroJackpot?

No.

Matching all five main numbers plus both Euro Numbers wins the jackpot, but EuroJackpot has 12 different prize categories.

What Are EuroJackpot Euro Numbers?

Euro Numbers are the two additional numbers selected alongside the five main numbers.

They come from a completely separate pool of 1 to 12.

Think of a EuroJackpot entry as having two parts:

5 main numbers + 2 Euro Numbers

Both parts determine which prize category an entry qualifies for.

When Are EuroJackpot Draws?

EuroJackpot draws take place every:

• Tuesday
• Friday

The draws take place in Helsinki, Finland.

MagicLotto customers should always check the countdown and entry deadline displayed on the EuroJackpot entry page, because entries must be processed before the applicable official cut-off.

Why Does EuroJackpot Start at €10 Million?

One feature that makes EuroJackpot attractive to jackpot fans is its guaranteed minimum top prize.

After the jackpot is won, the next jackpot begins at a guaranteed €10 million.

If nobody matches all five main numbers and both Euro Numbers, the jackpot can roll over into the next draw.

Repeated rollovers allow the top prize to grow until it reaches the game's maximum jackpot of €120 million.

What Happens When EuroJackpot Reaches €120 Million?

EuroJackpot cannot continue growing beyond its €120 million jackpot cap.

If the jackpot is already at the maximum and nobody wins the top prize, the jackpot remains at €120 million for the following draw.

Funds that would otherwise have increased the jackpot can then flow into the next applicable prize category under the game's prize-fund rules.

This can make the second prize category — matching five main numbers plus one Euro Number — particularly interesting during a capped jackpot run.

Does a Bigger EuroJackpot Give You Better Odds?

No.

A €10 million jackpot and a €120 million jackpot use exactly the same 5-from-50 plus 2-from-12 number matrix.

Your jackpot probability therefore remains:

1 in 139,838,160

The jackpot amount changes the potential prize — not the mathematical chance of your selected combination being drawn.

EuroJackpot vs EuroMillions: Are They the Same Lottery?

No. EuroJackpot and EuroMillions are separate European lottery games.

Interestingly, the current games use a very similar number structure:

• EuroJackpot: 5 numbers from 1–50 + 2 Euro Numbers from 1–12
• EuroMillions: 5 numbers from 1–50 + 2 Lucky Stars from 1–12

Because the number matrices are the same, their jackpot combination odds are also the same at 1 in 139,838,160.

But that does not make them the same game.

They have different participating countries, prize structures, jackpot rules and draws.

MagicLotto customers can explore both EuroJackpot and EuroMillions alongside the other international lotteries available through MagicLotto.

Are Some EuroJackpot Numbers More Likely to Win?

No valid combination has a mathematical advantage over another in an independent fair draw.

Players often look at previous results and identify numbers that have appeared frequently — usually called hot numbers — or numbers that have appeared less often, known as cold numbers.

These statistics tell you what has happened in previous draws. They do not tell you what will happen next.

If you enjoy exploring historical lottery statistics, visit the MagicLotto Hot & Cold Numbers section.

Is Quick Pick Better Than Choosing Your Own EuroJackpot Numbers?

Mathematically, no.

A randomly generated valid combination has exactly the same chance of being drawn as a combination you select yourself.

Choosing birthdays, favourite numbers, previous winners or randomly generated numbers does not change the probability of that particular valid line winning.

Random selection is simply convenient for players who do not want to choose seven numbers manually.

Can Previous EuroJackpot Results Predict the Next Draw?

No.

Every draw is independent.

Historical results are useful for statistics and entertainment, but previous winning numbers cannot guarantee or predict the next combination.

You can view the latest EuroJackpot results and winning numbers on MagicLotto after the draw.

You can also browse the MagicLotto lottery results hub for South African and international lottery results.

Can South Africans Play EuroJackpot Online?

MagicLotto provides access to supported international lottery games through its independent lottery ticket messenger service.

If you are new to MagicLotto, our guide to playing lotto online explains the process.

EuroJackpot is also available through MagicLotto Mini EuroJackpot Tickets, which provide a smaller share in official lottery tickets at a lower entry cost.

How Do I Check EuroJackpot Results?

After each Tuesday and Friday draw, visit the MagicLotto EuroJackpot Results page to see the latest published winning numbers and prize information.

If you already have numbers you want to compare against published results, you can also use the MagicLotto Lotto Ticket Checker.

EuroJackpot Frequently Asked Questions

How many numbers do you choose for EuroJackpot?

You choose five main numbers from 1 to 50 and two Euro Numbers from 1 to 12.

What are the odds of winning the EuroJackpot?

The jackpot odds are 1 in 139,838,160.

What are the odds of winning any EuroJackpot prize?

The overall odds of winning one of the 12 prize categories are approximately 1 in 32.

What is the minimum EuroJackpot jackpot?

The jackpot starts at a guaranteed €10 million.

What is the biggest EuroJackpot jackpot?

The jackpot is capped at €120 million.

When is EuroJackpot drawn?

EuroJackpot draws take place every Tuesday and Friday.

What is the smallest EuroJackpot winning combination?

The lowest prize category requires two main numbers plus one Euro Number.

Does a €120 million jackpot improve my chances of winning?

No. The jackpot amount does not alter the number matrix, so the odds remain 1 in 139,838,160.

Are EuroJackpot and EuroMillions the same?

No. They are separate lotteries, although their current number matrices both use five numbers from 50 plus two additional numbers from 12.

Can hot numbers predict EuroJackpot?

No. Historical number frequency cannot predict the outcome of an independent future draw.

Can I play EuroJackpot through MagicLotto?

Yes. EuroJackpot is one of the international lottery games supported through MagicLotto's ticket messenger service.

The Bottom Line

EuroJackpot combines a simple 5-from-50 plus 2-from-12 format with 12 prize categories and jackpots ranging from a guaranteed €10 million up to €120 million.

The jackpot odds are 1 in 139,838,160, while the overall chance of winning any prize is approximately 1 in 32.

A larger jackpot does not improve those odds, and no hot-number strategy, previous result or number-selection system can guarantee a win.

Understanding the format, prize categories and probabilities simply helps you know exactly what you are playing — and enjoy the game responsibly.

Ready for the Next EuroJackpot Draw?

Play EuroJackpot online with MagicLotto and choose your five main numbers plus two Euro Numbers for an available Tuesday or Friday draw.

Or browse the full range of South African and international lotteries available through MagicLotto.

MagicLotto is an independent lottery ticket messenger service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by EuroJackpot or its participating national lottery operators. Lottery games involve chance and winning is never guaranteed. 18+ only. Please play responsibly.