close
close
  • February 11, 2025
Indian Railways Announces New Booking Timings for Tatkal Tickets; View the updated schedule here

Indian Railways Announces New Booking Timings for Tatkal Tickets; View the updated schedule here

Last updated:

As per Indian Railways’ new rules, tatkal ticket bookings for AC classes will now start at 10 am, while bookings for non-AC classes will start at 11 am.

These changes are intended to simplify the booking process, especially for the benefit of those who need tickets for urgent travel. (News18 Telugu)

These changes are intended to simplify the booking process, especially for the benefit of those who need tickets for urgent travel. (News18 Telugu)

A tatkal ticket is a special category train ticket that can be booked one day before the date of travel. It is convenient for those who have last-minute travel plans or emergency work. Recently, the Railway Department has made changes in the tatkal ticket booking process. The booking time has been adjusted to give passengers more time to secure their tickets.

According to the new rules tatkal ticket bookings for AC classes will now start at 10am, while bookings for non-AC classes will start at 11am.

These changes are intended to simplify the booking process, especially for the benefit of those who need tickets for urgent travel.

In tatkal booking, a maximum of four passengers can book a ticket per PNR. Valid IDs such as Aadhaar card, PAN card or passport are required at the time of booking and refunds are not available for confirmed tatkal tickets, unless the train is cancelled.

To book one tatkal ticket, passengers must first create an account on the IRCTC website. You can visit the site and click ‘Register’ to create an account with details like your mobile number and email address. Once you have created an account, log in and go to the ‘Plan My Trip’ section. Enter the departure station, arrival station and date of travel.

Select the tatkal option under the ‘Booking’ tab. Choose the train and class (AC or non-AC) based on ticket availability. Then enter all the necessary details such as the names, ages and ID details of the passengers. After this payment must be made.

Payment can be made using credit card, debit card, UPI, net banking or digital wallet. After successful payment you will receive the booking details via SMS and email.

To increase your chances of booking one tatkal ticket, it is advisable to log into your IRCTC account a few minutes before the booking time. Use quick payment options like UPI or net banking to save time. Enter and save passenger details in advance to speed up the process. It is also recommended to use a high-speed internet connection to avoid delays during the booking process.

News car Indian Railways Announces New Booking Timings for Tatkal Tickets; View the updated schedule here