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About Multi-State Games

How many states are in Powerball?45 United States lotteries, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands Lottery participate in Powerball.How many states are in Mega...

About the New Mexico Lottery

How was the New Mexico Lottery created?In 1994, New Mexico voters passed a public referendum approving the formation of a Lottery. The New Mexico Lottery Act went into effect...

How to Play

Where can I buy Lottery tickets?Lottery tickets are available at many grocery, gas and convenience stores.Can I play the New Mexico Lottery if I live in another state?Yes. Travelers can purchase New...

The Legislative Lottery Scholarship

How do you get a Legislative Lottery Scholarship?Scholarship eligibility has been established by the State Legislature. The state’s Higher Education Department administers the...

Lottery Proceeds

Where do Lottery proceeds/revenues go?100% of Lottery proceeds go to the Lottery Tuition Fund per the New Mexico Lottery Act. Click here to find detailed information in the New Mexico...

My Rewards Player Loyalty Program

How do I sign up for a New Mexico Lottery My Rewards account?Click here and complete the form to sign up for a free New Mexico Lottery My Rewards account.What should I do if I can't...

Pick 3 Plus

Can I still cash in my "old" winning Pick 3 ticket?Yes, as long as the last day to claim prizes has not passed. All draw game prizes must be claimed within 90 days from the date of the drawing or...

Pick 4 Plus

Can I still cash in my “old” winning Pick 4 ticket?Yes, as long as the last day to claim prizes has not passed. All draw game prizes must be claimed within 90...

Scams

How can I spot a Lottery scam?No legitimate lottery knows the identity of a winner until the player presents a ticket for verification. Therefore, Lottery winners are not notified by email, letter...

Where to Find Winning Numbers

Where can I find Powerball winning numbers?Click here to watch the drawings online Drawings are held Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays at 8:59 pm Mountain Time (MT). You can buy tickets until...

Winners/Claiming Prizes

In what state was the jackpot-winning ticket sold?Information about the latest Powerball jackpot winners is available on the Powerball website. Information about the latest...

Still have a question?

Contact Us. E-mail: custservice@nmlottery.com Mail:New Mexico LotteryCommunications OfficePO Box 93130Albuquerque, NM 87199-3130 Phone: (505) 342-7600 TDD: (505) 342-7535 For...