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Traveling by train is a popular choice for both short commutes and longer journeys, and for a good reason. With over a thousand routes connecting cities in India, traveling by train is the most convenient mode of travel. The combination of price, convenience, and speed makes train travel a sweet spot for discerning travelers. Travelers can now search routes, check fares and book train tickets with MakeMyTrip’s train booking system. Moreover, you can also use the MakeMyTrip’s app for easy access to train tickets booking. Planning a trip across India should be fun and easy. That’s why, MakeMyTrip guarantees a hassle-free booking process for booking your train tickets. You can have your train tickets book on MakeMyTrip from the comfort of your homes.

Easy IRCTC Train Booking

Indian Railways is among the world’s largest rail networks with an operating route length of more than 65,000 km. IRCTC (Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation) is the face of India's online train tickets booking system. MakeMyTrip is the leading portal for booking IRCTC train tickets online which is offering the most convenient ways to book train tickets, check train schedule, train availability, and view live train status. IRCTC has been the most used website for train tickets booking. It has seen the largest footfall in their websites and thus to make the experience even better for the customers we have stepped in to make it an easy solution. With us, you can now book train tickets with confirmed status, add meals and even grab great deals on booking.

How Book Train Tickets Online with MakeMyTrip

Having confusion on how to book your train tickets online? process of booking your tickets in simple easy steps.

Step 1: Log in to our website and select the train icon. Under the ‘book train tickets’ section, choose your city and its station where you will depart from and arrive at.

Step 2: Then select the date of departure and choose from the preferred class of train travel. You can choose between Sleeper Class, Third Class, First AC, Second AC, Third AC, AC Chair car, and so on. Remember, while you book train tickets, the train fare varies according to the class of travel you choose.

Step 3: You can now see all the updated train details with their schedule and availability. You can filter out by pricing, departure time, date, travel class, train types, and even stations.

Step 4: Once you choose your desired train, you now reach the review page where you can fill up your details, berth preference, and also check the booking details and total amount. You can also avail free cancellation policy and travel insurance exclusive available on MakeMyTrip.

Step 5: To proceed further, you will need to put your IRCTC login details. If you don’t have your IRCTC username, you can always create a new one by adding the details.

Step 6: The final step is to add coupon codes (if you have any) and proceed to pay. After selecting the mode of payment, you will be redirected to IRCTC for authentication. All you need to do is type in your password and have your tickets delivered to your mailbox.

Check Your PNR Status

Apart from providing e-tickets by mail, MakeMyTrip also sends you the relevant updates on your registered number over text and WhatsApp. When you book train tickets each ticket holder gets a unique PNR, an acronym for Passenger Name Record, to check the status of the train and booking details. With the help of PNR enquiry, you can check live train status from the comfort of your home. With PNR enquiry, you will get to know whether your ticket is confirmed or if will you get a seat only if someone else cancels their ticket. A PNR status signifies whether your ticket is on the waitlist (WL), confirmed (CNF), canceled (CAN), or on reservation against cancellation (RAC). Make sure to check your PNR status before you board your train. You can also cancel your bookings by simply clicking on the “View and Manage Booking” section on MakeMyTrip. There you can cancel your bookings and also check refund status. Once you book train tickets, make sure to carry valid identification proof while traveling such as Aadhar card, passport, driving license, voter Id, pan card and other government-issued/approved ID cards.

Why should you book Train Tickets with MakeMyTrip

MakeMyTrip can provide you the most reliable and secure way of train booking and all you need to do is plan your itinerary. The portal provides a user-friendly experience to our customers. Instead of waiting or queueing up in lines for hours to book a train ticket, you can visit the website. The train tickets online booking system of MakeMyTrip allow you to book your travel package from anywhere. All you need to do is enter your IRCTC login detail and you have all the information you need.

Getting a train ticket has never been so easy. You not only get to book train tickets but also get help for resolving any queries you might have. With online train booking, you can now easily check train availability and book according to your requirement. You can also check the status of a live train and train schedule, train routes, train fares, waitlist status, and seat availability. Furthermore, you will also get all the updated information on the type of seats and classes of trains that are available to book. You may also add up your preferred meals while booking your ticket.

If you book train tickets with MakeMyTrip, you can also get exciting discounts and offers. Moreover, if you are eligible, you can also get concessions on your train tickets. Moreover, we provide you with train alternates and predictions on the waitlist IRCTC trains with percentage. The train tickets booking experience provided by MakeMyTrip to the customers makes the entire process of planning a trip quite smooth.

So, to avail of maximum benefits, log into MakeMyTrip’s website. You can also call the customer support service of MakeMyTrip to resolve any of your queries. By planning your trips with MakeMyTrip, you can get the best deals on train tickets and have your seat of choice as well.

Hassle-free Train Ticket Booking on MakeMyTrip

Counted among the world’s largest rail networks, Indian Railways is the most popular mode of transport for passengers. MakeMyTrip is the leading portal for making your IRCTC ticket booking within a few minutes. All you have to do is enter your source and destination and look at all the trains available on the selected route. In order to confirm your tickets, enter your IRCTC login ID and be ready to embark on a journey of a lifetime. You can also book your train tickets on MakeMyTrip’s mobile app. Once you are done booking your ticket, you will receive a confirmation message on your mobile. Moreover, you would receive your e-train ticket on the mentioned email ID. Instead of carrying physical tickets, all you have to do is show your e-train ticket received on your mobile to the ticket collector.

Frequently Asked Questions About IRCTC Ticket Booking

Q. Why Book Train Tickets Online With MakeMyTrip?

A. MakeMyTrip, India's leading travel portal is the best way to book train tickets online. No matter where you are in the country, make a hassle-free railway reservation from us using your computer or smartphone. Along with it, you can avail exciting discounts on your first time of booking but also get them on the following rail tickets. Additionally, you will have all the updated information of the seats and classes of trains that are available to book.

Q. What is the process for booking online train tickets?

A. For booking train tickets from MakeMyTrip, enter the name of the city, station name or station code of the cities you will depart from and arrive at. From the updated list of trains available, choose your preferred class of travel. While making the railway reservation on our app or website, you would need to add your IRCTC username. This verification process is important. It makes sure that your IRCTC reservation does not fail once you have paid for the ticket. If you don't have a username, you can easily create one by adding the details required.

Q. How many people can I book in a single train ticket booking?

A. In one IRCTC ticket booking, there can be a maximum of only six passengers. You can easily add the names and ages of the ones along with whom you are travelling. By hitting on the edit button next to the names, choose each passenger's berth preference. You can also add the other passenger's meal choices on the app. Along with that you also have a few options when it comes to train reservations of six people in a single ticket. You can choose to book when all the berths are in the same coach or if only one or two lower berths are provided.

Q. How can I cancel my rail tickets at MakeMyTrip?

A. If you have to cancel your train ticket that you have booked, it is easy to do it on the app and our website. All you have to do is visit your profile. Go to the My Trips section to see your booking details. Click on the View & Manage Booking section to see all your ticket details. Along with it, you will have the options of cancelling your railway ticket booking. There is also a partial booking option, provided more people are under the same ticket. If you are unable to board the train and need a refund, you can check the TDR (Ticket Deposit Receipt) Procedure section.

Q. Are children charged for train tickets booking?

A. Children under five years of age are not charged for train reservation. However, the full fare is charged for those between five to 12 years of age. The charge is only applicable if, at the time of reservation, a berth is sought for the child separately. Then again, if there is no seat or berth sought for the child who is between the abovementioned age group, only half of the adult fare will be charged. Rajdhani and Shatabdi Express trains are the only ones that offer free meals as well to children below five years.

Q. What documents or ID Cards required for online train ticket booking?

A. While you are booking your railway ticket online, you are not required to provide any photo identity card detail. However, you would need to carry one of the identity cards while you are travelling, which includes, Voter photo identity card that has been issued by the Election Commission of India, Passport, Driving Licence that has been issued by RTO, PAN Card that has been issued by Income Tax Department, Student Identity Card with the student's photograph issued by the school or college, National Bank Passbook with photographs, Credit Cards issued by banks with laminated photographs & Aadhaar Card.

Q. What is the cancellation policy for train bookings? Will I get any refund?

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Canceling a train ticket on the MakeMyTrip app or website is a hassle-free experience. If your booking is backed by MakeMyTrip’s free cancellation policy and you cancel the trip within the specified time frame, you get a full refund for your booking.

Also, MakeMyTrip offers ‘Trip Guarantee’, which allows you to change the trip details, including your date of travel, for certain routes and bookings. Please go through the cancellation policy of your booking for more details.

Q. How can I book my train ticket on mobile?

A. You can book your train ticket using MakeMyTrip. All you have to do is enter your source and destination and use your IRCTC login ID to confirm your train tickets. You would receive your e-ticket on mobile.

Q. How can I check the reservation status of my train ticket?

A. MakeMyTrip allows you to check the reservation status of your train ticket by simply typing your 10-digit PNR number.

Q. Do children get any discount on IRCTC train tickets?

A. IRCTC doesn’t charge children below the age of 5. For children who are above 5 years, you’d have to pay the full ticket fare, and they will be provided with a seat.

Q. How many days in advance can the rail tickets be booked?

A. You can make your IRCTC train ticket booking 120 days in advance.

Q. Can I book a tatkal ticket?

A. Yes, you can book your tatkal ticket on MakeMyTrip in case of emergencies or last-minute travel plans. The tatkal window opens for an hour.

Q. Does MakeMyTrip offer the running status of the train?

A. Yes, we offer the ‘Live Train Status’ feature. You can check the live train status on MakeMyTrip by simply entering your train name or number.

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