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Economic Times
26-06-2025
- Business
- Economic Times
Indian Railways to hike passenger fares from July 1: Sources
ET Bureau Indian Railways Fare Hike: Check Revised Ticket Price Live Events There will be no increase in suburban fares. Monthly season ticket prices will remain unchanged. In ordinary second class, there will be no fare hike for distances up to 500 km. For distances beyond 500 km in ordinary second class, the fare will increase by half a paise per kilometer. In Mail and Express (Non-AC) trains, the fare will increase by 1 paise per kilometer. In AC classes, the fare will go up by 2 paise per kilometer. (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel The Indian Railways is set to increase passenger train fares for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic. The minor increase in fares will be effective from July 1, 2025. Sources told The Economic Times that the passenger fare for non-AC Mail/Express trains will be hiked by 1 paise per kilometre. The fare hike for AC classes will be 2 paise per there will be no increase in fare for suburban tickets and second-class travel for 500 kilometres of travel. For distances greater than 500 kilometres, the hike will be half paise per kilometre. Additionally, there will be no hike in the monthly season are the revised fares that will come into effect on July 1:Earlier this month, Indian Railways made a significant announcement requiring Aadhaar authentication for tatkal train ticket bookings starting July 1, 2025. Through a directive issued on June 10, 2025, the Railway Ministry has informed all railway zones that this new requirement is intended "to ensure that the benefits of the Tatkal Scheme are received by the common end users."The railways' official notice stated that "With effect from 01-07-2025, tickets under Tatkal scheme can be booked through the website of Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation ( IRCTC )/ its app only by Aadhaar authenticated users."The ministry has also announced that beginning July 15, 2025, travellers will be required to complete an additional step of Aadhaar-based OTP authentication whilst booking tatkal new guidelines established limitations on Tatkal ticket reservations for authorised booking agents of Indian representatives are now barred from booking first-day Tatkal tickets within the initial half-hour window. The restriction is effective from 10.00 am to 10.30 am for AC class bookings and from 11.00 am to 11.30 am for non-AC class railway ministry has directed both the Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS) and IRCTC to make necessary system modifications and communicate these changes to all zonal railway divisions. This initiative seeks to streamline the Tatkal reservation process for travellers.
Time of India
25-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
IRCTC shares in focus as Indian Railways to hike passenger fares from July 1
IRCTC shares will be in focus on Wednesday as Indian Railways is expected to hike passenger fares for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic. The fare revision, likely to take effect from July 1, 2025, will see non-AC Mail/Express train fares increase by 1 paise per kilometre, while AC class fares will rise by 2 paise per kilometre, sources told The Economic Times. Notably, there will be no increase in fares for suburban tickets and second-class travel up to 500 kilometres. For distances beyond 500 kilometres, the hike will be half a paise per kilometre. Additionally, there will be no change in monthly season ticket fares. Also Read: Coforge among 10 high-conviction stock ideas post Q4FY25 results that can rally up to 52% Indian Railways Fare Hike : Check Revised Ticket Price Here are the revised fares that will come into effect on July 1: - There will be no increase in suburban fares. Live Events - Monthly season ticket prices will remain unchanged. - In the ordinary second class, there will be no fare hike for distances up to 500 km. - For distances beyond 500 km in ordinary second class, the fare will increase by half a paise per kilometre. - In Mail and Express (Non-AC) trains, the fare will increase by 1 paise per kilometre. - In AC classes, the fare will go up by 2 paise per kilometre. Earlier this month, Indian Railways made a significant announcement requiring Aadhaar authentication for Tatkal train ticket bookings starting July 1, 2025. Through a directive issued on June 10, 2025, the Railway Ministry informed all railway zones that this new requirement is intended "to ensure that the benefits of the Tatkal Scheme are received by the common end users." The Railways' official notice stated that "With effect from 01-07-2025, tickets under the Tatkal scheme can be booked through the website of Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC)/ its app only by Aadhaar-authenticated users." The ministry has also announced that beginning July 15, 2025, travellers will be required to complete an additional step of Aadhaar-based OTP authentication while booking Tatkal tickets. The new guidelines establish limitations on Tatkal ticket reservations for authorised booking agents of Indian Railways. These representatives are now barred from booking first-day Tatkal tickets within the initial half-hour window. The restriction is effective from 10:00 am to 10:30 am for AC class bookings and from 11:00 am to 11:30 am for non-AC class bookings. The Railway Ministry has directed both the Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS) and IRCTC to make the necessary system modifications and communicate these changes to all zonal railway divisions. This initiative seeks to streamline the Tatkal reservation process for travellers. Also Read: 11 Nifty mid & smallcap stocks that can rally 40-90% over the next 12 months ( Disclaimer : Recommendations, suggestions, views, and opinions given by the experts are their own. These do not represent the views of Economic Times)
Time of India
24-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Indian Railways to hike passenger fares: Sources
The Indian Railways is set to increase passenger train fares for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic. The minor increase in fares will be effective from July 1, 2025. Sources told The Economic Times that the passenger fare for non-AC Mail/Express trains will be hiked by 1 paise per kilometre. The fare hike for AC classes will be 2 paise per kilometre. Notably, there will be no increase in fare for suburban tickets and second-class travel for 500 kilometres of travel. For distances greater than 500 kilometres, the hike will be half paise per kilometre. Additionally, there will be no hike in the monthly season ticket. ET Bureau Here are the revised fares that will come into effect on July 1: There will be no increase in suburban fares. Monthly season ticket prices will remain unchanged. In ordinary second class, there will be no fare hike for distances up to 500 km. For distances beyond 500 km in ordinary second class, the fare will increase by half a paise per kilometer. In Mail and Express (Non-AC) trains, the fare will increase by 1 paise per kilometer. In AC classes, the fare will go up by 2 paise per kilometer. Earlier this month, Indian Railways made a significant announcement requiring Aadhaar authentication for tatkal train ticket bookings starting July 1, 2025. Through a directive issued on June 10, 2025, the Railway Ministry has informed all railway zones that this new requirement is intended "to ensure that the benefits of the Tatkal Scheme are received by the common end users." The railways' official notice stated that "With effect from 01-07-2025, tickets under Tatkal scheme can be booked through the website of Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation ( IRCTC )/ its app only by Aadhaar authenticated users." Live Events The ministry has also announced that beginning July 15, 2025, travellers will be required to complete an additional step of Aadhaar-based OTP authentication whilst booking tatkal tickets. The new guidelines established limitations on Tatkal ticket reservations for authorised booking agents of Indian Railways. These representatives are now barred from booking first-day Tatkal tickets within the initial half-hour window. The restriction is effective from 10.00 am to 10.30 am for AC class bookings and from 11.00 am to 11.30 am for non-AC class bookings. The railway ministry has directed both the Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS) and IRCTC to make necessary system modifications and communicate these changes to all zonal railway divisions. This initiative seeks to streamline the Tatkal reservation process for travellers. Economic Times WhatsApp channel )
Time of India
24-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Indian Railways hikes fares of passenger trains; minor increase in ticket prices effective from July 1, 2025
is set to hike passenger train fares for the first time in several years. The minor increase in fares will be effective from July 1, 2025. Sources told TOI that the passenger fare for non-AC Mail/Express trains will be hiked by 1 paise per kilometre. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The fare hike for AC classes will be 2 paise per kilometre. Earlier this month, Indian Railways made a significant announcement requiring Aadhaar authentication for tatkal train ticket bookings starting July 1, 2025. Through a directive issued on June 10, 2025, the Railway Ministry has informed all railway zones that this new requirement is intended "to ensure that the benefits of the Tatkal Scheme are received by the common end users." The railways' official notice stated that "With effect from 01-07-2025, tickets under Tatkal scheme can be booked through the website of Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC)/ its app only by Aadhaar authenticated users." The ministry has also announced that beginning July 15, 2025, travellers will be required to complete an additional step of Aadhaar-based OTP authentication whilst booking tatkal tickets. The new guidelines established limitations on Tatkal ticket reservations for authorised booking agents of Indian Railways. These representatives are now barred from booking first-day Tatkal tickets within the initial half-hour window. The restriction is effective from 10.00 am to 10.30 am for AC class bookings and from 11.00 am to 11.30 am for non-AC class bookings. The railway ministry has directed both the Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS) and IRCTC to make necessary system modifications and communicate these changes to all zonal railway divisions. This initiative seeks to streamline the Tatkal reservation process for travellers. This story is being updated
Hindustan Times
20-06-2025
- Hindustan Times
Wait list capped at 25% in long-distance trains
MUMBAI: The Railway Board has capped the number of Wait List (WL) tickets in long-distance trains in an attempt to ease overcrowding on railway platforms across the country. According to the new rule, in force since June 16, the quota has been capped at 25% for each class of coach – Sleeper, 3AC, 2AC and 1AC. Until now, the number of WL tickets was arbitrary, varying between railway zones. Senior railway officials said that on the Central and Western railways, WL tickets used to comprise 20-40% of the total seats available in the trains. Sometimes, their number would go up to 500-700 on a single train. However, the circular issued by the Railway Board earlier this week states, 'It has been decided that the maximum current waiting list limits will be revised to 25% of the redefined capacity of each class available at originating as well as roadside stations. This logic will also be applicable for issuing of waitlisted tickets from remote locations as well as tickets booked under the Tatkal Scheme'. (Examples of 'roadside stations' would be Thane, Kalyan, Andheri or Borivali, from where passengers can board long-distance trains) Explaining how the new quota works, a railway official said that if a 3AC coach has 64-83 berths (depending upon the make of the train), then 25% of tickets would be set aside for WL passengers after this the booking for this coach was complete. Preference will be given to tatkal ticket booking, after which general ticket booking will follow. Also, passengers applying in concessional categories such as physically challenged, women etc, will not be included in the 25% quota. Railway officials say they are yet to assess the impact the new quota will have on revenue. In 2024-25, the Indian Railways earned ₹75,500 crore from passenger revenue, that is, the sale of tickets. 'All these years, there was a fixed percentage for WL tickets. That's why, during peak summer season or the Ganesh festival, the number of WL tickets in Sleeper and/or 3AC coaches was as high as the total capacity of these coaches. This used to cause chaos as WL passengers would travel with passengers with unconfirmed tickets, causing fights and arguments inside long-distance trains. The new quota will give us some control over this. Moreover, passengers would know whether seats are available in a particular train at the time of booking,' said a senior railway official. The new quota has brought some relief to the Railway Protection Force (RPF). 'The pressure on us to keep the crowds in check is immense. With fewer WL tickets being issued, this will make it more manageable,' said an RPF officer. This is one of the primary reasons for overcrowding at CSMT, Dadar and Panvel stations during the annual Ganesh festivals. It also contributed to the stampede at Surat railway station on November 11, 2023, where a massive crowd of passengers, many of whom were migrant workers heading home for Diwali and Chhath Puja, rushed to board a Bihar-bound train. Railway Passenger Associations have welcomed the move. 'This will hopefully ensure a peaceful journey. It will reduce quarrels inside trains, where WL passengers would gang up on valid ticket holders,' said Madhu Kotian, president, Mumbai Rail Pravasi Sangh.
