South Korea's Pension Lottery 720+ has announced its winning numbers for the 252nd draw, conducted on February 27, 2025. The first-place winning number is 4조 002228, which entitles its holder to a substantial monthly payout of 700,000 KRW for the next 20 years. After tax deductions, the actual amount received by the winner will be approximately 546,000 KRW each month.
This year's draw saw increased participation, showcasing the public's growing interest and excitement surrounding the lottery. The announcement was made during a live broadcast on MBC and simultaneously published online via the official 동행복권 (DHLottery) website.
The lottery organization has emphasized the significance of transparency and fair play, stating, "The first prize winning number is '4조 002228' and the bonus number is '각조 615847,'" as reported by MBC. This transparency is intended to instill trust and excitement among participants.
The 2nd place prize, for those matching the last six digits, is awarded to four winners, each receiving 1,000,000 KRW monthly for ten years. This structured payment method ensures participants will benefit over time, rather than receiving one lump sum. The winners are expected to receive approximately 780,000 KRW after tax deductions.
For the 3rd place prize, the last five digits matching the winning number (02228) yield 100,000 KRW to each of the 50 winners. The 4th place prize, requiring the last four digits to match (2228), provides 10,000 KRW to 518 winners.
Those who match the last three digits (228) claim 5,000 KRW as the 5th place prize, with 6,462 winners expected. Even the 6th and 7th places, yielding significantly smaller amounts, have thousands of recipients. The latter, matching the last digit (8), earns 1,000 KRW and includes 640,419 winners.
Bonus numbers also play a role, allowing 6selected winners to benefit from the bonus of 100,000 KRW monthly for ten years—further incentivizing players to keep participating.
The prize distribution is not only exciting but also provides insight.into the community's engagement with the lottery. The 252nd draw has reinvigorated interest, as more than 66,970 players received smaller prize distributions, encouraging even those with modest wins to participate again.
The upcoming draws promise continued excitement, with potential life-changing outcomes for similar ticket holders. The next draws for the Pension Lottery will be held every Thursday at 7:05 PM, determined through careful selection to promote equitable chances for all participants.
Winners must claim their prizes within one year from the start date of distribution, ensuring they don't miss these remarkable opportunities. This continued engagement keeps lottery fever alive across South Korea, drawing in hopeful players eager to test their luck.
While the 2nd draw saw good participation, the foundation established by this successful draw indicates optimistic engagement moving forward. Previous winnings from earlier draws are already pre-existing benchmarks, setting the stage for the possible excitement awaiting subsequent draws.
With anticipation continuing to build, players are encouraged to keep playing through the official channels for the chance to change their destiny with their next lottery ticket purchase. The excitement surrounding these draws not only provides fun but can also bring significant financial change to individuals and their families.