The Hoosier Lottery expects to deliver about $341 million to the state of Indiana this year—its lowest contribution in the last five years. Revenue for the fiscal year that ended in June dropped about 6% compared to the previous year.
Despite the decline, Lottery Executive Director Sarah Taylor noted that the results are in line with projections.
Proceeds from the Hoosier Lottery directly support key state programs, including:
- Teacher pensions
- Police and firefighter pensions
- Reduced costs for license plates at the BMV
For Hoosiers, the lottery represents both a chance to win life-changing prizes and a steady source of funding for essential community services.
What Is the Hoosier Lottery?
The Hoosier Lottery is Indiana’s official state lottery, offering pay-to-play games where participants purchase tickets for a chance at substantial cash prizes. Tickets can be bought at authorized retailers, while results, jackpot totals, and additional information are available online.
A portion of the revenue is funnelled back to the state, helping fund pensions and providing direct support to Indiana residents. Players can even track how much lottery revenue benefits their specific counties through the official website.
Types of Hoosier Lottery Games
The Hoosier Lottery offers three main categories of games:
1. Lottery Drawings
Players purchase tickets, and winning numbers are drawn on designated days. Jackpot totals and results are available online.
- National drawings: Powerball and Mega Millions, where participants compete against players nationwide.
- State drawings: Exclusive to Indiana, including Hoosier Lotto, Cash5, and Daily 3.
2. Scratch-Offs
Scratch-off tickets remain a fan favourite. Prices range from $1 to $50, with some tickets featuring puzzles or mini-games that reveal whether you’ve won instantly.
3. Fast Play
Fast Play games allow players to check instantly if they’ve won. Tickets can be purchased at lottery terminals or select self-service machines by scanning QR codes. Prices typically range from $1 to $20.
Recent Winning Numbers
On Saturday, the winning Hoosier Lotto numbers were: 1 – 21 – 26 – 31 – 33 – 34.
This marks the third jackpot win of the year. Earlier in March, two Hoosier Lottery jackpots were claimed—one for $42.5 million on March 12 and another for $1.2 million on March 22.
What Is the Hoosier Lottery App?
The Hoosier Lottery mobile app is a convenient tool designed to make playing and tracking tickets easier. Available for both iOS and Android, the app offers:
- Instant ticket scanning – Check whether your scratch-offs or draw tickets are winners using your phone’s camera.
- Number selection – Pick your numbers directly in the app for upcoming drawings.
- Notifications – Get alerts for winning numbers, jackpot updates, and promotions.
- Retail locator – Find the nearest authorized lottery retailer with ease.
- Responsible play tools – Access reminders, limits, and educational resources that encourage safe, responsible gaming.
The app adds a modern, digital layer to the lottery experience, making it more convenient for tech-savvy Hoosiers.
When Are the Drawings?
Hoosier Lotto +PLUS drawings are held twice a week, at 11 p.m. on Wednesday and Saturday.
Tickets can be purchased in person or through the official Hoosier Lottery website.
Final Thoughts
The Hoosier Lottery continues to play a dual role in Indiana: offering residents the thrill of jackpots while funding critical community programs. Though revenue has dipped slightly, its contribution to pensions and public services remains significant.
For players, options like drawings, scratch-offs, and Fast Play provide variety, while the Hoosier Lottery app adds ease and accessibility to the experience. Whether you’re chasing a jackpot or just testing your luck, the Hoosier Lottery remains a staple of Indiana life.
