How do I book train tickets for special trains?
- Step 1: Visit at irctc.co.in.
- Step 2: Click on the log in option on the homepage.
- Step 3: After logging in, you have to go to ‘Book Your Ticket’ page.
- Step 4: Enter starting and ending station, boarding and destination station.
- Step 5: Select date of your journey and the class in which you want to travel.
At what time Irctc booking starts for special train?
IRCTC Special Trains Ticket Booking Online Start from September 10 at irctc.co.in: How to Book Train Ticket Online?
What is special fare special train?
The motive behind introducing such special trains since 2005 was to introduce passenger services, whose fares don’t warrant any subsidy, irrespective of whether a rural-friendly or poor-friendly or market-friendly Railway Minister has been at the helm.
Is premium Tatkal available for special trains?
Note: Premium Tatkal quota is not applicable to all trains. Only a select few trains (around 80) have the option of booking under Premium Tatkal quota.
Is Tatkal available now for special trains?
Indian Railways to start Tatkal bookings for 230 special trains from today. Indian Railways which is currently operating 230 special trains(115 pairs) will allow the passengers to book tickets under the ‘Tatkal’ quota from today.
Is railway pass allowed in special trains?
Privilege Passes/Privilege Ticket Order(PTOs) are issued to the Railway Servants in exercise of the powers conferred by the proviso to Article 309 of the Constitution to travel by trains. Privilege Pass/ PTO holders were permitted to travel in these COVID-19 Specials.
What is current reservation in IRCTC?
Current Booking (Booking against vacant accommodation after charting )Guide lines. 1. Booking is allowed for all types of users (Normal & Agent).
Why special trains are always late?
Shortage of staff: Since the special trains are being announced on short notice, there is always lack of resources to manage the extra inflow of additional trains. So, shortage of the staffs contributes a significant reason in delays of these trains.
Do we have tatkal for special trains?
At what time IRCTC booking starts for special train?
How can I book Tatkal ticket in special train?
ARP (advance reservation period) has been increased to 120 days for passengers to plan their journey and book tickets accordingly….COVID 19 Special Trains and Tatkal Train Ticket Booking Guidelines.
| Class of Travel | Minimum Tatkal Charges (in Rs.) | Maximum Tatkal Charges (in Rs.) |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeper | 90.00 | 175.00 |
| AC Chair Car | 100.00 | 200.00 |
| AC 3 Tier | 250.00 | 350.00 |
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