History and Overview

Set For Life is a unique lottery game launched by Camelot Group on March 18, 2019, in the United Kingdom. It offers players the chance to win a top prize of £10,000 per month for 30 years, providing a steady income rather than a lump-sum jackpot. Set For Life is known for its innovative prize structure and has gained popularity for its long-term financial security it offers to winners.

How to Play

Playing Set For Life is straightforward and follows a simple format. Here’s how it works:

1. Choose Your Numbers:

   • Players select five main numbers from a pool of 1 to 47.
   • Players also select one Life Ball number from a pool of 1 to 10.

2. Purchase a Ticket:

   • Tickets can be purchased at authorized retailers across the UK or online through the official National Lottery website or app.
   • Each line (or play) costs £1.50.

3. Quick Pick Option:

   • Players can choose their own numbers or opt for a Lucky Dip, where the numbers are randomly generated by the lottery terminal.

4. Multi-Draw Option:

   • Players can opt to play the same numbers for multiple draws in advance, up to four weeks.

Draw Time

• Draw Days: The Set For Life draws take place every Monday and Thursday.
• Draw Time: Draws are held at approximately 8:00 PM GMT.

Prize Structure

Set For Life features nine prize tiers, including the top prize of £10,000 per month for 30 years. Here’s a breakdown of the prize structure:

1. Top Prize (Jackpot):

   • Match 5 main numbers + Life Ball: £10,000 per month for 30 years

2. Other Prizes:

   • Division 2: Match 5 main numbers: £10,000 per month for 1 year
   • Division 3: Match 4 main numbers + Life Ball: £250
   • Division 4: Match 4 main numbers: £50
   • Division 5: Match 3 main numbers + Life Ball: £30
   • Division 6: Match 3 main numbers: £20
   • Division 7: Match 2 main numbers + Life Ball: £10
   • Division 8: Match 2 main numbers: £5

Odds of Winning

The odds of winning in the Set For Life game vary by prize division:

• Top Prize (Match 5 main numbers + Life Ball): 1 in 15,339,390
• Division 2 (Match 5 main numbers): 1 in 1,704,377
• Division 3 (Match 4 main numbers + Life Ball): 1 in 73,045
• Division 4 (Match 4 main numbers): 1 in 8,116
• Division 5 (Match 3 main numbers + Life Ball): 1 in 1,782
• Division 6 (Match 3 main numbers): 1 in 198
• Division 7 (Match 2 main numbers + Life Ball): 1 in 134
• Division 8 (Match 2 main numbers): 1 in 15

Claiming Prizes

• Small Prizes: Can be claimed at any authorized retailer or through the official National Lottery website or app.
• Jackpot Prize: Winners of the top prize will receive £10,000 every month for 30 years, paid directly into their bank account.

Important Points

• Players must be 18 years or older to participate.
• Tickets must be purchased before the cut-off time on draw days, typically at 7:30 PM GMT.
• Set For Life proceeds support various charitable causes and initiatives across the United Kingdom.

Set For Life offers players a unique opportunity to win a long-term income rather than a lump-sum jackpot. With draws twice a week and a straightforward prize structure, it continues to attract players seeking financial security and stability while contributing to good causes funded by the National Lottery.