North Carolina Lottery Results, Ticket Checker & Scanner

Winning numbers, prize tables, and a free ticket checker for every North Carolina lottery game WonYet tracks — scan a ticket once and we check it against the official results.

North Carolina runs its own draw games — including North Carolina Cash 5, North Carolina Pick 3 (Day), and North Carolina Pick 3 (Evening) — alongside the national Powerball and Mega Millions. Scan any North Carolina ticket and WonYet checks it against that game’s official drawing, and the state withholds 4.25%. Most North Carolina draw-game prizes must be claimed within 180 days–1 year by game.

North Carolina lottery at a glance

Games tracked
5 North Carolina games + national draws (10 in all)
State tax on winnings
4.25% state withholding · Estimate your take-homeReviewed 2026-01-15 — confirm with your state.
Typical claim window
180 days–1 year by game · Deadlines by game
Official lottery site
nclottery.com

North Carolina games

National games played in North Carolina

North Carolina lottery FAQ

How do I check a North Carolina lottery ticket?

Snap a photo of your ticket with WonYet — it reads the numbers, checks it against the official North Carolina Cash 5 numbers for that ticket’s drawing, and tells you if you won and how much. Always confirm a win through the official North Carolina lottery before claiming.

Can I check my North Carolina Lottery tickets online?

Yes — free, right here. Open WonYet in your browser, scan your North Carolina ticket or type your numbers into any game page, and it’s checked against the official winning numbers for that ticket’s drawing. WonYet checks tickets online; whether you can buy tickets online depends on North Carolina’s own rules.

How do I check my North Carolina Mega Millions or Powerball numbers?

Scan the ticket with WonYet, or use the free Mega Millions and Powerball checkers on this site — your numbers are compared against the official drawing for the date printed on your ticket. The national draws share one set of winning numbers, so a North Carolina ticket is checked against the same results as everywhere else.

Which lottery games can I check for North Carolina?

WonYet tracks 10 games available in North Carolina, including North Carolina Cash 5, North Carolina Pick 3 (Day), North Carolina Pick 3 (Evening), and North Carolina Pick 4 (Day), plus the national Powerball and Mega Millions draws.

How much tax does North Carolina take out of lottery winnings?

North Carolina withholds 4.25% on lottery prizes, on top of the federal 24% withheld over $5,000. Use the lottery tax calculator to estimate your actual take-home.

How long do I have to claim a North Carolina lottery prize?

Most North Carolina draw-game prizes must be claimed within 180 days–1 year by game of the drawing — the exact window depends on the game. See the claim-deadlines page, and don’t let a winning ticket expire.

Where do the North Carolina winning numbers come from?

WonYet pulls winning numbers from official lottery results feeds shortly after each drawing. We’re an independent checker — always verify a win through the official North Carolina lottery before claiming.

Always verify your results through official lottery channels before claiming any prize. WonYet is not affiliated with Powerball, Mega Millions, or any lottery organization. · All lottery names and marks are trademarks of their respective owners.

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