How to Book Confirm Ticket in Vande Bharat: Indian Railways has launched a new facility for Vande Bharat Express passengers, allowing them to book confirmed tickets up to 15 minutes before the train’s departure.
The move has been taken to make travel more flexible for passengers and ensure better utilisation of seats that remain vacant after the train’s departure. The facility has been implemented on selected Vande Bharat Express routes under the Southern Railway zone.
In which trains the facility is available
Currently, this facility is applicable only on eight Vande Bharat Express trains that operate in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. These trains include:
• 20631 Mangaluru Central – Thiruvananthapuram Central
• 20632 Thiruvananthapuram Central – Mangaluru Central
• 20627 Chennai Egmore – Nagercoil
• 20628 Nagercoil – Chennai Egmore
• 20642 Coimbatore – Bengaluru Cantt.
• 20646 Mangaluru Central – Madgaon
• 20671 Madurai – Bengaluru Cantt.
• 20677 Dr MGR Chennai Central – Vijayawada
Passengers boarding these trains from intervening stations can now avail the last minute booking window.
Step-by-step guide to book Vande Bharat tickets online
Indian Railways has updated its Passenger Reservation System (PRS), so now you can book tickets even a few minutes before the train departure. Here’s how to book tickets:
1. Visit IRCTC website www.irctc.co.in or open IRCTC Rail Connect mobile app.
2. Use your existing IRCTC credentials or create a new account if you are using it for the first time.
3. Select boarding and destination stations, travel date and select Vande Bharat train.
4. The system will show you vacant seats in real-time.
5. Choose between Executive Class or Chair Car, and also select your boarding station.
6. Complete the payment through digital means and receive your e-ticket instantly via SMS and email.
Benefits of last minute booking
The new facility brings several benefits to passengers. It eliminates the dependence on waitlists or alternate transport for those planning sudden travel. It ensures that vacant seats can be quickly allocated to passengers, thereby increasing occupancy levels. Importantly, the fare remains the same as the normal price and no additional charges are levied for last minute bookings.
Is it available on all Vande Bharat trains?
No, it is currently applicable only on eight trains of Southern Railway zone, but is expected to be expanded later.
Is there any additional charge for this?
No, the fare is same as normal booking.
Can tickets be cancelled?
Yes, but standard cancellation charges will apply as per Indian Railways rules.
Is offline booking possible?
Yes, PRS counters at stations also support this facility.
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