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Montana Deer — Unit 535-50 (535-50)
Montana Deer Unit 535-50 (535-50) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
43.9%
↓Draw Odds (2025)
Resident
—
Open Draw
Bonus pts help odds
431
Tags Available
981
Applicants
Data source: Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) - Official Drawing Statistics · Last updated 2026-04-14 · ✓ Verified
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
General
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 981 | 431 | 43.9% | — |
| 2024 | 919 | 433 | 47.1% | — |
| 2022 | 909 | 754 | 82.9% | — |
Non-Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 138 | 40 | 29% | — |
| 2024 | 126 | 42 | 33.3% | — |
| 2022 | 167 | 77 | 46.1% | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Montana Deer Unit 535-50?
The most recent draw odds for this unit are approximately 43.9% (2025). There were 981 applicants for 431 available tags. This is an open draw — no minimum bonus points required.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Montana Deer Unit 535-50?
Montana uses a random draw for this tag — there is no minimum point requirement. Any licensed hunter can apply. Applicants who have accumulated more bonus points receive additional draw entries, which improves their odds, but zero-point applicants can still draw.
Is the competition increasing for Montana Deer Unit 535-50?
Based on recent data, competition for this unit appears to be increasing. Draw odds were 82.9% in 2022 and 43.9% in 2025.
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