Joker's Wild Scratcher FAQ

The Joker's Wild Scratcher is an exciting scratch-off game from the Texas Lottery that offers players a chance to win big. By matching numbers or revealing special symbols, you could unlock substantial prizes. The Joker's Wild Scratcher is perfect for anyone ready to take a shot at winning.

Playing the Joker's Wild Scratcher is easy. Purchase a ticket from an authorized Texas Lottery retailer or online through the Jackpot.com platform or app and scratch off the play area to reveal your numbers and the winning combination. If any of your numbers match the winning numbers, you win the prize shown below the matching number(s).
Reveal an “Ace of Spades” symbol and win the prize for that symbol automatically.
Find a “Wild” symbol to win all 20 prizes instantly.

The Joker's Wild Scratcher offers a variety of prizes ranging from smaller amounts to significant sums. Prizes are awarded based on matching numbers and bonus symbols.

Prize amounts for the Joker's Wild game are $5, $10, $20, $50, $100, $500, $1,000, and $100,000.

The overall odds of winning any prize on the Joker's Wild Scratcher are 1 in 3.70. This means that, on average, roughly one out of every four tickets will be a winner. Odds vary depending on the prize, with smaller amounts being easier to win than the larger, more significant prizes. For example, the odds of winning the $100,000 top prize are 1 in 1,200,000.

Each Joker's Wild Scratcher ticket is priced at $5. The cost strikes a balance between the thrill of chasing large wins and the accessibility of playing.

Joker's Wild Scratcher tickets are available year-round at authorized Texas Lottery retailers, as well as online through Jackpot.com and its app. You can purchase them whenever you’re ready to try your luck, either in-store or from the convenience of your device.

Claiming your winnings from a Joker's Wild 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• Prizes up to $599: Will be deposited directly into your player account and can be withdrawn into your bank account or used for future ticket purchases.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 Texas Lottery offices or online. You can submit your claim by mail or in person at any Texas Lottery office.
• Prizes over $5,000: Must be claimed at a Texas 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.