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Planning a train journey? Book your IRCTC train tickets quickly and conveniently with redRail, an IRCTC-authorised booking partner. Powered by redBus’s trusted ticketing technology, redRail offers a smooth and reliable booking experience backed by the platform millions of travellers use every day.
Search 13,000+ trains, check live seats, and book in minutes on redRail using your IRCTC login.
redRail's “Alternate Trip” can offer a 3X refund if your ticket remains fully waitlisted at chart preparation and gets cancelled. Planning around a festival? Diwali train ticket bookings and Chhath Puja train bookings fill up fast on Indian Railways. Book early on redRail to lock in a confirmed seat, or get a 3X refund if you remain waitlisted and the ticket gets auto-cancelled.
Book an online train ticket with redRail in a few simple steps:
Enter your source, destination, journey date, and click on ‘Search trains’ to view available options.
Book an online train ticket with redRail in a few simple steps:
Enter your source, destination, journey date, and click on ‘Search trains’ to view available options.
Choose a travel class, review train times, seat availability, and fares, and pick the train that fits your plan.
Next, sign in using your IRCTC user ID and add passenger details.
Choose from multiple secure payment options available on redRail, and complete the payment.
Enter your IRCTC password to confirm. Your ticket will be booked instantly, and the e-ticket will be sent to your registered email ID and mobile number.
Here's what sets redRail apart for Indian Railways train ticket booking:
Free Cancellation with 100% refund
Cancel your IRCTC booking without paying IRCTC cancellation charges and get your full train ticket fare back, with zero penalty from redRail.
Alternate Trip Assurance
Choose 'Alternate Trip' while booking train tickets and get a 3X refund on fully waitlisted tickets after chart preparation. It may be enough to book another train or a bus on redBus the same day.
Real-Time Seat Availability
Check train seat availability across classes and quotas before you book, so you're never guessing whether a Tatkal or General ticket will confirm.
Live PNR Status
Track your PNR status instantly, including train name, number, boarding station, and confirmation chances as chart preparation nears.
Live Train Running Status
Get real-time train running status, expected delays, and platform numbers, so you know exactly when to head to the station.
Connecting Trains Finder
If your direct train is waitlisted, redRail can help you find connecting trains to reach the same destination.
One-Tap IRCTC Login
Log in with your existing IRCTC credentials in seconds, and check your Aadhaar-IRCTC linking status instantly to stay eligible for Tatkal bookings.
IRCTC (Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation) is a public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Railways. It is the sole authorised platform for online train ticket booking, catering, and tourism services across Indian Railways' network. Incorporated in 1999, IRCTC now processes crores of e-ticket transactions every year through its Next Generation e-Ticketing System.
Every online train booking in India, whether made directly through the IRCTC website or through an authorised partner like redRail, ultimately runs through IRCTC's reservation system. This is why the same PNR and chart-preparation timelines apply no matter which platform you book on.
An IRCTC account is mandatory for online train ticket booking, including Tatkal ticket booking. Registration is free and takes under two minutes with a valid mobile number and email ID. redBus is proud to be an IRCTC-authorised partner, bringing the online train ticket booking experience to redRail with added protections like Free Cancellation and Alternate Trip that IRCTC's own platform doesn't offer.
You don't need to upload any ID while booking train tickets online on redRail, but Indian Railways requires every passenger to carry a valid, original photo ID during the journey. The Travelling Ticket Examiner (TTE) will check it against your ticket. So, keep one of these handy:
Aadhaar card
Passport
Voter ID
Driving Licence
PAN card
Central or State Government-issued photo ID
Nationalised bank passbook with a photograph
Student ID card with photograph
Credit card with a laminated photograph
Any other photo identity card with a serial number
A photocopy or a screenshot isn't accepted, carry the physical, original document. For e-tickets, showing the SMS or email confirmation alongside your ID is enough. You don't need a printed ticket unless your destination station specifically requires one.
Indian Railways runs several ticket categories, each with its own booking window and rules. Here's how they compare:
|
Booking Type |
Booking Window |
Key Rule |
|
General Booking |
60 days in advance |
Standard quota, subject to availability |
|
Tatkal |
Opens 1 day before journey. 10:00 AM (AC classes), 11:00 AM (non-AC classes) |
First-come, first-served; non-refundable on cancellation |
|
Ladies Quota |
Same as General Booking |
Reserved for women travelling alone or with children under 3 |
|
Full Tariff Rate (FTR) |
30 days to 6 months in advance |
Books an entire coach or train; refundable ₹50,000 deposit per coach; minimum 18 coaches |
|
Senior Citizen Quota |
Same as General Booking |
Reserved berths, lower-berth preference, and dedicated station assistance |
Book your train ticket online in just a few minutes on the redRail app or website.
Enter your source, destination, and travel date to search for available trains.
Review seat availability and choose your preferred train, class, and journey option.
Log in using your IRCTC user ID, then enter passenger details and complete the payment.
Confirm your booking with your IRCTC password, and you'll receive the ticket via email and SMS on your registered mobile number.
Yes. When you opt for Free Cancellation, you will receive a full refund if cancelled within the eligible time. Charges such as Agent Fee, IRCTC Convenience Fee, Payment Gateway Charges, and Free Cancellation fee are non-refundable.
No, you cannot cancel train tickets after the departure date. According to IRCTC's online railway ticket booking rules, you will not receive a refund if you cancel the tickets after chart preparation.
You will receive your refund within 5 to 7 days of IRCTC booking cancellation. You will receive notifications about your refund status via email, or you can track it on the redRail app or website.
