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IRCTC Train Ticket Booking With RedRail
With extensive routes and affordable fares, trains make travelling across India easy and comfortable.
redRail – an IRCTC-authorised platform – makes online train ticket booking quick and hassle-free. Log in to the redRail app or website using your IRCTC credentials, check seat availability and complete your train booking online with just a few clicks.
Tickets waitlisted? With redRail’s ‘Alternate Trip’, get a 3X refund on waitlisted tickets and enjoy a full refund with zero cancellation charges with ‘Free Cancellation’ on your tickets.
How to Book IRCTC Train Tickets with redRail
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.
Why choose redRail for Online Train Booking
- IRCTC-Authorised Partner
redRail is an official IRCTC-authorised partner, offering accurate and reliable train information. Check PNR status, live train running status, seat availability, and more – all in one place.
- Easy Cancellation & Quick Refunds
Enjoy hassle-free ticket cancellation on redRail with easy refunds and instant UPI processing.
- Alternate Trip Assurance
Choose the “Alternate Trip” option while booking and get a 3X refund on fully waitlisted tickets to book another train or bus on redBus.
- Quick & Easy PNR Status Check
Check your PNR status quickly with redRail. Enter your 10-digit PNR number to view your ticket status instantly, including confirmation details, train schedules, train running status, reservation information, and other key updates.
- 24/7 Customer Support
redRail offers 24/7 customer assistance for bookings, ticket status, cancellations, and other train-related queries, ensuring timely and reliable support.
- Attractive Discounts & Offers
Enjoy regular discounts and special deals on train ticket bookings with redRail.
About IRCTC
IRCTC (Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation), a subsidiary of Indian Railways, is the official platform for online train ticket booking in India. It allows passengers to book tickets, check seat availability, and access a range of railway-related services, including catering, tourism, and other amenities across the railway network.
An IRCTC account is necessary for online train booking and Tatkal train ticket booking. Registration is free and requires a valid mobile number and email ID.
redBus has partnered with IRCTC to enable train ticket booking through redRail, providing a simple and reliable way to book IRCTC train tickets online.
Documents Required for Online Train Ticket Booking
Passengers must carry at least one valid photo identity card during their train journey, as it needs to be presented to the Ticket Examiner (TT) on board. Accepted ID proofs include:
- 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
- Photo identity card with a serial number
IRCTC Cancellation Charges on Train Ticket Booking
You may opt for Free Cancellation for selected trains to save on IRCTC cancellation charges imposed on IRCTC train booking
| Time Until Scheduled Departure | Train Ticket Cancellation Charges (Per Passenger) |
|---|---|
More than 48 hours | Flat charge per passenger: Rs. 240 + GST (Executive Class) or Rs. 180 + GST (AC Chair Car) |
Between 48 hours and 12 hours | 25% of fare + GST, subject to the minimum flat charges above |
Within 12 hours and 4 hours | 50% of fare + GST, subject to the minimum flat charges above |
Up to 4 hours | No refund of fare |
Travel smartly with redRail
Booking train tickets? Here’s why redRail is the right platform for online railway ticket booking:
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redRail Confirm |
Get a confirmed ticket or receive a 3X refund on the waitlisted railway ticket with redRail |
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Connecting Trains |
In case direct trains are waitlisted, find available seats on connected trains to the same destination. |
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Free Cancellations |
Free Cancellation on train tickets lets you cancel your booking without paying railway cancellation charges and get a full ticket fare refund with zero penalty. |
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Seat Availability |
Check train seat availability instantly with redRail and complete your indian railway ticket booking by choosing your travel date and preferred train departure time. |
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PNR Status |
redRail’s PNR Status lets you check whether your booked train ticket is confirmed or not through its app and website. |
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Train Running Status |
Check your train’s live running status on redRail by entering the train number to view real-time updates and details. |
Train Ticket Booking FAQs
How can I book train tickets online?
You can book train tickets online using the redRail website or app. After a successful online payment and entering the correct IRCTC credentials, you will receive the e-ticket via SMS and email.
How does redRail’s Alternate Trip work?
When you choose ‘Alternate Trip’ on redRail, you will receive a 3X refund if your ticket is fully waitlisted after chart preparation.
Will I get a full refund if I choose Free Cancellation?
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.
Is Free Cancellation available on all trains?
No. Free Cancellation is available only on selected trains and classes, as shown during booking.
Can I check the train's live status on redRail?
Yes. Our PNR status feature lets you check the train's live running status. Enter the ten-digit PNR number and track your train in real-time.
What are the IRCTC Train Ticket Booking Timings?
Online booking for general and non-Tatkal train tickets is available from 12:20 AM to 11:45 PM every day, including Sundays. For Tatkal tickets, booking opens at 10:00 AM for AC classes and 11:00 AM for non-AC classes, every day of the week.
What are the different types of IRCTC train ticket booking?
Indian Railways offers multiple booking quotas to cater to different travel needs, including General Quota, Tatkal Quota, Premium Tatkal Quota, Ladies Quota, Lower Berth Quota, Foreign Tourist Quota, Duty Pass Quota, Parliament House Quota, and Defence Quota.
What is IRCTC Booking Status and Current Status?
Booking status shows your ticket status at the time of booking, while Current status reflects the latest status of your ticket at the present time.
How to cancel train tickets on redRail?
To cancel your train ticket booking, visit the redRail website and go to the "My Bookings" tab. Choose the specific train booking that you want to cancel. Depending on your preference, you can cancel train tickets for all passengers booked under a single PNR or specific passengers.
Does redRail allow cancellation of a railway ticket after the date of departure?
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.
How many days in advance can I do train ticket booking online?
Indian Railways allows passengers to book tickets up to 60 days before the journey date, excluding the day of travel. Hence, you can book your train tickets 60 days in advance.
Should I buy a train ticket for my child?
Children below 5 years can travel free without a ticket. For children aged 5 to 12 years, full fare is charged only if a separate berth or seat is booked. If no berth or seat is required, only half of the adult fare is applicable.
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