The enormous, $1.13 billion Mega Millions jackpot has been won for the first time this year by a player in New Jersey.
It was the fifth-largest Mega Millions jackpot ever, according to the lottery's records.
The winning numbers were drawn around 11 p.m. ET on Tuesday. The player that won the Mega Millions jackpot can choose to walk away with an estimated $537.5 million.
Check below for the winning numbers for Tuesday, March 26.
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The winning numbers from the Mega Millions drawing on Tuesday, March 26 were 7, 11, 22, 29 and 38. The Megaball was 4 and Megaplier was 2X.
Winning lottery numbers are sponsored by Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network.
In addition to the $1.13 billion jackpot winner in New Jersey, there was also a Match 5 + Megaplier winner in New York and Match 5 winners in the following states:
To view the full list of past winners, visit the Mega Millions website.
Most states offer the Megaplier feature, which increases non-jackpot prizes by two, three, four and five times.
It costs an additional $1 per play. Before each regular Mega Millions drawing, the Megaplier is drawn. From a pool of 15 balls, five are marked with "2X," three with "4X" and one with "5X."
In order to purchase a ticket, you'll have to visit your local convenience store, gas station or grocery store − and in a handful of states, you can purchase tickets online.
To play, you will need to pick six numbers. Five numbers will be white balls ranging from 1 to 70. The gold Mega Ball is one number between 1 and 25.
If you believe the odds are against you, ask for a "Quick Pick" or an "Easy Pick," the computer will randomly generate the numbers for you.
Players can add the "Megaplier" for $1, which can increase non-grand prize winnings by two, three, four or five times. The Megaplier is drawn before the Mega Millions numbers on Tuesday and Friday.
There are 15 Megapiler balls in all:
Here are the six largest Mega Millions jackpots ever won, according to the lottery:
Tickets can be purchased in person at gas stations, convenience stores and grocery stores. Some airport terminals may also sell lottery tickets.
You can also order tickets online through Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network, in these U.S. states and territories: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Texas, Washington, D.C., and West Virginia. The Jackpocket app allows you to pick your lottery game and numbers, place your order, see your ticket and collect your winnings all using your phone or home computer.
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