The Sorteo Mayor No. 3968 of the Lotería Nacional de México took place on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, and it was a night filled with excitement and anticipation for many hopeful participants. With a staggering grand prize of 21 million pesos, the draw was dedicated to celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Orquesta Sinfónica del Instituto Politécnico Nacional (OSIPN), a cultural pillar since its founding in 1965.
The winning number for the grand prize was 48523, which means that one lucky ticket holder will walk away with a life-changing sum of money. But the excitement didn’t stop there; the second-place prize of 2,550,000 pesos was awarded to ticket number 57895, while the third-place prize of 900,000 pesos went to number 35148. Other notable prizes included several amounts of 240,000 pesos awarded to numbers 02589, 34042, 11766, and 13725, as well as 120,000 pesos to numbers 48773, 27568, 48667, 41914, and 58417.
The event was held at the Salón de Sorteos del Edificio Édison, starting at 20:00 hours (local time), and it was broadcast live for those eager to see if their luck would hold. The Lotería Nacional has become a beloved tradition in Mexico, with the Sorteo Mayor being one of the most anticipated draws, offering substantial prizes that keep participants returning week after week.
For those who participated, the cost of a single ticket, or ‘cachito’, was 30 pesos, while a complete series of tickets, which consists of 20 cachitos, cost 600 pesos. The option to purchase three series, totaling 60 cachitos, was available for 1,800 pesos, allowing players to increase their chances of winning the grand prize.
Winners have up to 60 days from the day following the draw to claim their prizes, which is a standard procedure outlined by Mexican lottery regulations. However, it’s important to note that winners will not receive the full amount due to tax deductions that are applied according to the law.
In addition to the grand and secondary prizes, the Sorteo Mayor also features a variety of smaller prizes and reintegros, which are refunds for tickets that match the last digit of the winning numbers. This means that even if participants do not win the grand prize, there are still opportunities for smaller wins, keeping the excitement alive.
The Lotería Nacional continues to promote not just the thrill of winning, but also the importance of responsible gaming. As part of its commitment to public assistance, proceeds from the lottery go towards various social programs, benefiting the community at large.
As the night came to a close, the results were made available on the Lotería Nacional's official website, where participants could check their tickets against the winning numbers. The anticipation and hope of millions culminated in this draw, and for some, it marked the beginning of a new chapter in life.
For those who didn’t win this time, the Lotería Nacional encourages them to stay tuned for future draws, as the tradition of the lottery continues to be a source of joy and excitement across Mexico. The next opportunity to try their luck is just around the corner, and who knows? The next winning number could be theirs.
