As the festival of Diwali approaches, the excitement of going back home fills the hearts of millions of people across India. But at this time the trains are full and tickets run out quickly. It becomes very difficult to make regular bookings during this peak season. This is where IRCTC‘s Tatkal booking service comes in handy. For Tatkal tickets, IRCTC app and website should be used. Let us know in detail..
How to book train ticket from IRCTC
Step 1: First of all login to IRCTC website. For this, IRCTC user ID and password will have to be entered. If you do not have an account, click on the “Sign Up” button. After this follow the steps given below.
Step 2: Select booking option.
Step 3: Tap on its immediate option. After this, all the details like destination source, travel date, train number and travel class will have to be given.
Step 4: After this, passenger details will have to be entered. After this, passenger details and address details will have to be entered.
Step 5: After this, you will have to enter the information about which seat you want.
Step 6: Booking details and review information will have to be given.
Step 7: After this the payment option will have to be selected.
Step 8: You will get the option of confirmed booking and payment.
Download IRCTC app and book immediately
Step 1: First use IRCTC app
Step 2: Tatkal booking option will have to be selected.
Step 3: Train and travel details have to be entered.
Step 4: Passenger information will have to be given.
Step 5: Seat class and berth category have to be entered.
Step 6: All the details of the train will have to be entered.
Step 7: Payment status will have to be checked.
Step 8: After this the ticket will be downloaded.
Note – For Tatkal booking, booking for AC class will have to be done at 10 am, while for sleeper train tickets, login will have to be done at 11 am. Many types of payment options are available for online train ticket booking. However, your mobile number should be linked to the bank account. Meaning you must have a banking account.