What is the cost of railway ticket?
The Indian Railways have announced fare hike for platform ticket across its network. The fresh notification by the railways stated that the platform ticket price has been increased from Rs 10 to Rs 30. Along with this, the local fare has also been increased by the railways — Rs 30 from Rs 10.
Who can get railway ticket?
Ans: Children below 5 years are not charged for IRCTC train tickets. Children between 5 years and 12 years need to compulsorily obtain a train ticket with a 50% discount to get a seat, but without berth. If you need a berth for your child (who is between 5 years and 12 years), you need to pay the full amount.
What is the procedure railway ticket?
For General Quota reservation, you can book 6 passengers on a ticket. For Tatkal reservation, only 4 passengers per ticket are allowed. IRCTC users can book only 6 tickets per ID in a month. Users who have completed the Aadhaar verification of their accounts can book 12 tickets per ID in a month.
What is a single train ticket?
Advance tickets are single (one-way) tickets for a specific train, only available to be bought in advance. If you don’t mind being flexible about your travel times, Advance tickets can save you a lot. Just buy the lowest price single ticket for every stage of your trip.
Is General ticket available in railway station?
You can book general tickets within 5 km radius of any railway station. You will be given a PNR number after booking the general ticket from the UTS ON MOBILE app. Payment of ticket money can be made in digital mode. You will have to first download the UTS app from Google PlayStore.
How can I get free train tickets?
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) offers train tickets for free via State Bank of India (SBI) card. IRCTC on its website, irctc.co.in declared: “Here’s announcing the arrival of exclusivity. Presenting the IRCTC SBI Platinum Card. The only credit card that gives you Free* Train Tickets…
Can we show train ticket in Mobile?
You can now book your railway tickets on your mobile phone and show the SMS to the travelling ticket examiner as a proof. Indian Railways has recently launched a new facility called ‘M-ticket’ that allows passengers to board a train without taking a printout of the booked ticket — the SMS is proof enough.
What do you get in 1st class on a train?
What do you get for First Class train travel?
- Reclining seats.
- Extra leg and elbow room.
- Complimentary newspapers.
- Complimentary WiFi.
- Complimentary food and drinks.
Can I use my ticket on an earlier train?
This depends on the ticket type; flexible tickets can be used on earlier trains providing the earlier train is also within the timings of the ticket purchased. So, for example if you want to travel with a super off-peak ticket you can travel on an earlier train providing it is also a Super off-peak permitted journey.
Is General ticket allowed in 2S?
There will be no unreserved coach in the train. Fare shall be as normal and for General (GS) coaches, being reserved, second seating(2S) fare shall be charged and seat will be provided to all the passengers. Only passengers with Confirmed tickets shall be allowed to enter the Railway station.