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Aadhaar Now Rules Indian Railways Ticket Bookings
13 Jan
Summary
- Only Aadhaar-verified users can book train tickets online on Jan 12, 2026.
- Verified users get an extended booking window from 8 am to midnight.
- Non-Aadhaar users must wait until the second day to book train tickets.
Beginning January 12, 2026, Indian Railways has implemented new online booking regulations for train tickets. On the first day of the Advance Reservation Period (ARP), only passengers who have completed Aadhaar authentication via IRCTC will be permitted to book tickets online. This change prioritizes verified users, granting them an exclusive booking window from 8:00 am until midnight on that critical day.
Passengers who have not undergone Aadhaar authentication will be unable to secure tickets online on the initial booking day. They must wait until the ARP opens for the second day, with bookings contingent on remaining seat availability. This revised policy aims to streamline the booking process and curb automated or fraudulent bookings.
The process for Aadhaar authentication involves logging into an IRCTC account, navigating to profile settings, and entering the 12-digit Aadhaar number, followed by an OTP verification. Travelers are advised to complete this verification well in advance to ensure uninterrupted access to early ticket bookings.
