Passengers have to pay a separate charge for booking Tatkal tickets. Many times passengers are not aware of the extra charges other than the ticket fair. In such a situation, they have to face a lot of difficulty. You can learn about extra charges and rules before booking Tatkal tickets here.
Indian Railways has provided the facility of Tatkal ticket for the convenience of passengers, under which any passenger can travel in emergency. Tatkal tickets can be obtained by visiting IRCTC’s official website (irctc.co.in). However, many times passengers do not know about the charges and refund amount on the Tatkal ticket. In such a situation, they face great difficulties. In such a situation, it is very important to know about the charges for which class for the Tatkal ticket. Come, let’s know.
For making reservation in second class seating, minimum 10 and maximum of Rs 15 will be charged. A minimum of 125 and maximum of 225 rupees will be charged for making reservation in the chair. Apart from this, a minimum of 100 and maximum of 200 rupees will be charged for reservation in Sleeper class. Talk about the third class and for making reservations in the third class, a minimum of 300 and a maximum of 400 rupees will be charged. At the same time, at least 400 and maximum 500 rupees will be charged for making reservations in second class AC. Also, a minimum of 400 and a maximum of 500 rupees will be charged for making reservations in the executive class.
Extra charge charged on Tatkal ticket booking
On booking Tatkal tickets, the Tatkal charge is charged separately on the ticket price. For example, if the price of a second class AC is Rs 1200 and you get a ticket deducted immediately, then you have to pay at least Rs 1600. Please tell that Tatkal tickets can be booked at least 24 hours in advance. If you want to travel on the 16th, then you will have to make a reservation on the 15th at 10 am or 11 am.
It is necessary to keep ID proof during travel
It is important to keep ID proof with you during the journey. Aadhar card, PAN card, voter ID card, identity card etc. as central or state government employee will be considered valid as ID proof. If you cancel the Tatkal ticket, you will not get any refund. If the train is canceled, you will get full refund of the ticket.
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