The National Mah Jongg League releases a brand new card every year — and the 2026 card is here. Every American Mah Jongg player needs the current year's card because the official winning hand combinations change completely with each new edition. If you're playing with last year's card, you're playing the wrong hands.

Available in two sizes to suit every player's preference, the 2026 NMJL card is the essential annual accessory for home players, club members, and tournament participants alike.

Available Sizes

• Standard Card — 5 1/8" x 4" — $17.00 — compact size fits easily in a tile bag or purse
• Large Card — 6 1/8" x 4" — $18.00 — easier to read at the table, ideal for players who prefer larger print

Why You Need the 2026 Card

• Hand combinations change every year so that players must use the current card to know which hands are valid for the 2026 game season
• Official NMJL publication so that you're playing with the same card as clubs and tournaments across the country
• Two size options so that you can choose the format that works best for your eyesight and playing setup
• Essential for every player at the table so that all four players can reference their own card simultaneously during play

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why does the Mah Jongg card change every year?
A: The National Mah Jongg League publishes a new card annually with completely updated winning hand combinations. Last year's card is no longer valid for current play — every player needs the 2026 edition to participate in sanctioned games and clubs.

Q: What is the difference between the Standard and Large card?
A: Both cards contain identical hand combinations. The Standard card measures 5 1/8" x 4" ($17) and the Large card measures 6 1/8" x 4" ($18) — the larger size is easier to read at the table.

Q: Do all four players need their own card?
A: Yes — each player references their own card independently during play to select and track their hand combinations.

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