How to Play Set for Life

Game Overview

A UK National Lottery game where the top prize is ÂŖ10,000 every month for 30 years.

Main Numbers

5 from 1-47

Life Ball

1 from 1-10

Draw Days

Monday, Thursday

Draw Time

20:00 ()

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. 1Choose your main numbers: Select 5 numbers from 1 to 47.
  2. 2Choose your Life Ball: Select 1 additional number from 1 to 10.
  3. 3Purchase your ticket: Buy your ticket from an authorised retailer or online through the official Set for Life website.
  4. 4Wait for the draw: Draws take place on Monday and Thursday at 20:00.
  5. 5Check your results: Visit our Set for Life results page to see if you have won.

Odds of Winning

The overall odds of winning the Set for Life jackpot are approximately 1 in 15,339,390. There are multiple prize tiers available, giving you more chances to win smaller prizes.

Tips for Playing

  • Set a budget and stick to it — only play what you can afford to lose
  • Consider using our number generator for random selections
  • Check our hot and cold numbers for frequency analysis
  • Join a syndicate to increase your chances without spending more
  • Always check official results to verify any wins

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