How much is the prize for a PHP 10.00 Straight Swertres bet?

A standard Straight (Target) bet pays exactly PHP 4,500.00 for every PHP 10.00 play when all three digits match the official draw combination in exact order.

Are PCSO Swertres winnings taxable under the TRAIN Law?

Under Republic Act No. 10963 (TRAIN Law), lottery prizes amounting to PHP 10,000.00 or less are 100% tax-free. Winnings exceeding PHP 10,000.00 are subject to a 20% final withholding tax deducted automatically at payout.

What is the difference between Rambolito 3 and Rambolito 6?

Rambolito 3 applies when your selected number has two identical digits (e.g., 2-2-5), generating 3 permutations and paying PHP 1,500.00 per PHP 10 bet. Rambolito 6 applies when all three digits are unique (e.g., 1-4-8), generating 6 permutations and paying PHP 750.00 per PHP 10 bet.

Official Prize Structure

PCSO 3D Swertres Payout Matrix & Prize Regulations

Official payout breakdown for Straight bets, Rambolito permutations, TRAIN law taxation guidelines, and statutory claiming rules.

Official PCSO 3D Swertres Prize Schedule

The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) guarantees a fixed prize tier for the 3D Swertres lotto. Unlike pari-mutuel jackpot lotto games (like Ultra Lotto 6/58 or Grand Lotto 6/55) where the prize pot is divided among multiple winners, 3D Swertres operates with fixed, guaranteed multipliers regardless of how many winning tickets are registered nationwide.

Bet Type	Winning Criteria	Permutations	Cost per Play	Gross Payout
Straight (Target)	All 3 digits match drawn combination in exact order	1 order	PHP 10.00	PHP 4,500.00
Rambolito 3 (Double)	Two identical digits and one unique digit (e.g. 5-5-2) in any sequence	3 combinations	PHP 10.00	PHP 1,500.00
Rambolito 6 (Non-matching)	Three distinct digits (e.g. 1-4-8) matched in any order	6 combinations	PHP 10.00	PHP 750.00

Interactive Swertres Prize Calculator

Calculate potential winnings based on your bet amount and selected playstyle:

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Bet Amount (PHP)

Calculated Gross Return:

PHP 4,500.00

TRAIN Law Taxation & Legal Prize Claiming Protocols

Under Republic Act No. 10963, known officially as the Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion (TRAIN) Law, lottery prizes and winnings are governed by strict statutory fiscal guidelines:

Winnings Up to PHP 10,000.00

Prizes of PHP 10,000.00 or below are 100% tax-exempt. A standard straight bet winning PHP 4,500.00 receives the full amount without deductions. These can be claimed instantly at any licensed PCSO retail outlet or provincial branch office upon ticket validation.

Winnings Over PHP 10,000.00

If a player holds multiple winning straight tickets exceeding PHP 10,000.00 in aggregate on a single claim, winnings are subject to a 20% final withholding tax deducted at source. High-tier claims must be processed at the PCSO Main Office in Mandaluyong City or designated Regional Branch Offices.

Essential Ticket Preservation Advice:

Thermal Paper Care: Official PCSO betting slips are printed on specialized heat-sensitive thermal paper. Keep tickets away from direct sunlight, oil, heat sources, and water, as thermal paper darkens and can obscure the security barcode.
Sign the Reverse Side: PCSO guidelines state that the bearer of the ticket is presumed the legal owner. Immediately write your full legal name and sign the back of your ticket to protect against theft or misplacement.
One-Year Validity Window: Under Section 10 of Republic Act 1169 (as amended), winners have exactly 365 calendar days from the official draw date to claim prizes. Unclaimed winnings are permanently forfeited and deposited into the PCSO Charity Fund for nationwide medical assistance programs.