IRCTC Updates Tatkal Ticket Booking Rules from July 2025: Aadhaar Now Mandatory Online

13 June 2025 ยท Europe Permit

  • ๐Ÿ“… Starting July 1, 2025, Indian Railways will require Aadhaar authentication for all online Tatkal ticket bookings via the IRCTC platform.

  • ๐Ÿ” From July 15, 2025, OTP-based Aadhaar verification will be mandatory for bookings at PRS counters and through authorized agents.

  • ๐Ÿ›‘ Authorized agents will be restricted from booking Tatkal tickets during the first 30 minutes of the booking window.

  • ๐Ÿ•’ Tatkal tickets for AC classes open at 10:00 AM, and for Non-AC classes at 11:00 AM, one day in advance of the actual date of journey.

  • ๐Ÿ“ฒ Ensure your Aadhaar is linked to your IRCTC profile in advance to avoid last-minute issues.

  • ๐Ÿ’ณ Linking your Aadhaar allows you to book up to 24 tickets per month; without linking, the limit is 12 tickets.

  • ๐Ÿงพ Only one passenger per PNR is allowed for online Tatkal bookings to reduce bulk bookings.

  • ๐Ÿ›‘ Refunds on confirmed Tatkal tickets are generally not allowed, except under specific circumstances like train cancellation or late running.

  • ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ The new rules aim to enhance security, curb misuse, and ensure a fairer chance for genuine travelers.

  • โœ… Passengers are advised to complete the Aadhaar linking process promptly to continue booking Tatkal tickets without disruption.

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