The Mega Millions jackpot continued its steady climb on Friday night after no ticket matched all six numbers in the April 3, 2026 drawing. With the top prize left untouched, the jackpot now carries forward, building momentum among lottery players hoping for a breakthrough win.
The jackpot for the draw stood at an estimated $90 million, with a cash option of $40.1 million. Despite strong participation, no one managed to secure the grand prize, extending the current rollover streak.
The Mega Millions winning numbers for Friday, April 3, 2026 were 31, 45, 62, 63, 68 and the Mega Ball was 15.
The $90 million jackpot was not won, with 0 winning tickets matching all five numbers plus the Mega Ball in Illinois.
5/5: $2,000,000 — 0 winners
4/5 + Mega Ball: $20,000 — 0 winners
4/5: $1,000 — 1 winner
The absence of a jackpot winner means anticipation continues to build for the next draw, as the prize pool grows larger and attracts even wider attention.
What the rollover means for players
Even without a jackpot winner, Mega Millions continues to offer multiple prize tiers. Players only need to match the Mega Ball to secure a payout, with prizes varying depending on the multiplier. Matching additional numbers increases winnings, though hitting all six remains the ultimate challenge.
Interestingly, matching just two numbers does not result in a prize unless one of them is the Mega Ball. A combination of one white ball and the Mega Ball can still deliver smaller winnings, keeping players engaged even when jackpots go unclaimed.
Full payout structures and prize breakdowns can be explored on the official Mega Millions website, where detailed rules and prize tiers are updated regularly.
Next draw and growing jackpot
Mega Millions drawings take place twice weekly, every Tuesday and Friday at 10 p.m. CT. With no winner on April 3, the next draw is expected to feature an even larger jackpot, adding to the excitement across the U.S.
The continued rollover reflects a familiar pattern in major lotteries, where multiple weeks can pass without a jackpot winner, eventually leading to massive prize pools that capture national attention.
Recent wins earlier in 2026 included jackpots of $533 million in Illinois and $60 million in Ohio, showing that while rare, big wins do occur and often arrive unexpectedly.
Lottery momentum across Mega Millions and Powerball
The broader lottery landscape also remains active. The Powerball jackpot recently climbed to around $217 million, further highlighting the surge in interest across multi-state games.
With both major lotteries offering growing jackpots, players continue to test their luck as prize amounts rise. Each rollover not only increases potential winnings but also boosts ticket sales as excitement builds nationwide.
For now, all eyes remain on the next Mega Millions drawing, where the jackpot is expected to climb higher and possibly deliver the next big winner.
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