Russia Gosloto 5/36 Results & How It Works
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Latest Russia Gosloto 5/36 result
Verified 2 July 2026Drawn 2 July 2026. Numbers are for information only - always confirm against the official result.
Russia Gosloto 5/36 is one of the most popular lucky-numbers draws with South African punters, sitting alongside UK49s and the bigger Gosloto 6/45 and 7/49 games. It draws twice a day and pairs five main numbers with an extra ball, which gives it a slightly different feel from the other Gosloto formats.
This guide explains how Gosloto 5/36 works, when it draws in South African time, how to check the latest numbers, and where you can bet on it legally in SA. When our results feed has the newest verified draw, it appears at the top of this page.
How does Gosloto 5/36 work?
Gosloto 5/36 draws five numbers from a single pool of 1 to 36, plus one extra ball that some bookmakers use for additional bet types. The smaller 1 to 36 pool is the key difference from the 6/45 and 7/49 games, which draw from larger pools, so the odds on each pick size are not the same across the Gosloto family. In South Africa you almost never enter the Russian lottery directly; instead you bet on the outcome through a licensed local bookmaker. You choose how many of your own numbers to back and how much to stake, and you are paid at fixed odds based on how many of your picks are drawn. That is the same lucky-numbers model as UK49s, so the mechanics will feel familiar if you have bet those draws. Always check the exact odds and available bet types at your bookmaker before staking, because they are set by the operator and differ from one to the next.
When does Gosloto 5/36 draw (SAST)?
Gosloto 5/36 runs twice every day, once in the morning and once in the evening on Russia time. Converted to South African Standard Time those draws land earlier in the day, because South Africa is two hours behind Moscow, and the exact slots can shift when daylight schedules change. For that reason the reliable habit is to confirm the specific draw time on the day rather than trusting a slot you saw last week. Betting on each draw closes a few minutes before the balls are drawn, so give yourself a buffer rather than leaving your pick to the final seconds. Because there are two draws a day, note down which one your bet is for, morning or evening, along with the date, so you check your numbers against the right draw. Two draws a day also make it easy to overspend, so set a firm daily budget covering both and treat it as a hard limit.
Gosloto 5/36 at a glance
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Number pool | 1 to 36 |
| Numbers drawn | 5 main numbers |
| Extra numbers | One extra ball (bet types vary by bookmaker) |
| Draws per day | Two (morning and evening, Russia time) |
| Bet type | Fixed-odds lucky numbers |
| Where to bet in SA | Hollywoodbets, Supabets, Betway |
How do you check Gosloto 5/36 results?
- Note which of the two draws you bet on, morning or evening, along with the date.
- Open the lucky-numbers or results section of the bookmaker where you placed the bet.
- Match your picks against the five drawn numbers (and the extra ball if your bet used it).
- Your payout depends on how many you matched and the fixed odds for that pick size.
- Always confirm against the official result before assuming a win.
Where can you bet Gosloto 5/36 in South Africa?
The major licensed South African bookmakers, including Hollywoodbets, Supabets and Betway, carry Gosloto draws in their lucky-numbers section next to UK49s and the other Gosloto formats. Each operator sets its own fixed odds, pick options and stake limits, so the same five-number draw can pay differently depending on where you place the bet, which makes it worth comparing a couple of operators if you bet Gosloto often. To play legally you must be eighteen or older and hold a verified account, which means completing FICA by submitting your ID and proof of address. Betting on Gosloto through a provincial-regulated operator is legal in South Africa; avoid unlicensed sites promising better odds, because you have no recourse there if a payout is disputed. Set a firm daily budget before you start and stick to it.
Frequently asked questions
How many numbers are drawn in Gosloto 5/36?+
Five numbers are drawn from a single pool of 1 to 36, plus one extra ball that some bookmakers use for additional bet types. You do not have to back all five; you choose how many of your own numbers to bet on and are paid at fixed odds for how many you match. The smaller 1 to 36 pool makes it play differently from the 6/45 and 7/49 games.
How often does Gosloto 5/36 draw?+
Gosloto 5/36 draws twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening on Russia time, which on the South African clock falls earlier in the day. Because there are two draws daily, always confirm which of the two your specific bet is for before comparing results. The exact times can shift with daylight schedules, so check the slot on the day.
Is it legal to bet on Gosloto 5/36 in South Africa?+
Yes, as long as you bet through a licensed South African bookmaker that offers it as a lucky-numbers game, such as Hollywoodbets, Supabets or Betway. You are betting on the draw outcome at fixed odds rather than entering the Russian lottery directly. You must be eighteen or older and complete FICA verification with your ID and proof of address before you can withdraw winnings.
How is Gosloto 5/36 different from 6/45 and 7/49?+
Gosloto 5/36 draws five numbers from a small 1 to 36 pool, while 6/45 draws six from 1 to 45 and 7/49 draws seven from 1 to 49. The smaller pool changes the fixed odds on each pick size. All three are bet the same way through SA bookmakers, so the number pool and how often they draw are the real differences.