Instant $500s Scratcher FAQ

The Instant $500s Scratcher, offered by the Massachusetts Lottery, is an exciting scratch-off game that gives players multiple chances to win big by matching numbers and revealing special symbols. With opportunities for high multipliers and instant bonus prizes, the Instant $500s Scratcher is perfect for anyone eager to test their luck.

Playing the Instant $500s Scratcher is simple. Match any of your numbers to the winning numbers to win the prize shown.
Reveal a “5X”, “10X”, “20X”, or "50X" symbol, you’ll win 5, 10, 20, or 50 times the prize respectively. Find a “$500 Burst” symbol to win $500 instantly. Uncover an "All" symbol to win all 15 prizes shown.

The Instant $500s Scratcher offers a variety of prizes ranging from smaller amounts to significant sums. Prizes are awarded based on matching numbers, multipliers, and bonus symbols. The exact amounts for matching number prizes vary, while the multiplier symbols can significantly increase your winnings.

Here are all the prizes you can win in the Instant $500s game and the odds of winning them:

The overall odds of winning any prize in the Instant $500s Scratcher are 1 in 3.46. This means that on average, one in four tickets will win. The odds of specific prizes can vary, with smaller prizes having better odds than larger, more substantial prizes. You can find the odds of winning in each category in the table above.

Each Instant $500s Scratcher ticket costs $10. The cost is designed to balance the excitement of potentially large wins with the affordability of participating.

Instant $500s Scratcher tickets are available for purchase year-round at authorized Massachusetts Lottery retailers and online through the Jackpot.com platform and app. You can buy these tickets online, making them accessible whenever you feel like trying your luck.

Claiming your winnings from an Instant $500s Scratcher ticket is straightforward:

• Prizes Up to $599: Will be deposited directly into your player account and can be withdrawn into your bank account or used for future ticket purchases.
• Prizes between $600 and $5,000: Require completing a claim form, available at Massachusetts Lottery offices or online. You can submit your claim by mail or in person at any Massachusetts Lottery office.
• Prizes Over $5,000: Must be claimed at a Massachusetts Lottery office. You need to provide your winning ticket, a completed claim form, and a valid photo ID. Our Customer Experience Team will arrange for receipt of your ticket so you can claim your prize.