IRCTC Booking Times

Complete guide to train ticket booking schedules and timings

Online Booking

IRCTC Website & App

Booking Hours:00:20 AM - 11:45 PM
Available Days:All 7 Days
Advance Booking:Up to 60 Days
Maintenance Window:11:45 PM - 12:20 AM

Authorized Partners

redRail, EaseMyTrip, and other authorized booking partners

Same timings as IRCTC✓ Available

Counter Booking

PRS Counters

Weekdays:8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sundays:8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Advance Booking:Up to 60 Days
Note:Timings may vary

Important Notes

• Timings may vary by location and transaction volume

• Computerized Passenger Reservation System counters

• Available at major railway stations

Tatkal Booking

Emergency booking for last-minute travel - available one day before journey date

AC Classes Tatkal

Booking Time:10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Classes:1AC, 2AC, 3AC, CC
Advance:1 Day Before

Non-AC Classes Tatkal

Booking Time:11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Classes:Sleeper, 2S
Advance:1 Day Before

Advance Booking Rules

60

Days in Advance

Book train tickets up to 60 days before your journey date

8:00 AM

Daily Opening

New booking dates open at 8:00 AM IST every day

24/7

Online Access

Book tickets online 24/7 once booking opens