Indian Railways has made major changes in waiting ticket booking and travel rules. The purpose of these new rules is to provide better travel experience to passengers and reduce congestion in trains. Now the AI system will be used for waiting ticket booking, which will make the ticket booking process more transparent and convenient. This step has been taken keeping in mind the complaints of the passengers, who were often disturbed due to waiting tickets.
New rules and purpose of Indian Railways
Railways have implemented strict rules for passengers traveling on waiting tickets. Now the journey on waiting tickets in sleeper coaches has been completely banned. In addition, the AI based system has made the ticket booking process easier, which will give immediate confirmation to the passengers.
Brief description of the scheme
Description | New rules |
Date of implementation | 1 January 2025 |
Waiting ticket trip | Permission in general coach only |
Travel in sleeper/AC coach | Fully restricted |
Fines (AC Coach) | ₹ 440 + fare up to the next station |
Fine (sleeper coach) | ₹ 250 + fare up to the next station |
AI based system | Waiting list over, immediate confirmation |
Refund policy | Train canceled or over 3 hours delay |
How will the waiting ticket booking be changed from AI system?
Indian Railways has now started using AI (Artificial Intelligence) technology, which will prove to be a major change for travelers. Under this system:
- Real-time seat availability: Now passengers will be able to know immediately while booking online whether the seat is available or not.
- Waiting list is over: If the seat is not available, waiting tickets will not be issued.
- Alternative Options: The passenger will be given the next available train or date options.
- Better Plan: Passengers will be easy to plan for their journey.
Benefits of new rules
- Certainness of the journey: Now passengers will not worry whether their ticket will be confirmed or not.
- Time and money saving: The end of waiting list will save unnecessary expenses and time.
- Crowds will be reduced: The number of unauthorized passengers in the reservation coach will be less.
- Transparency: The booking process will make the booking process more transparent.
Comparison of old and new rules
Speciality | Old law | New rules |
Travel on waiting ticket | Permission in Sleeper/AC | Permission in general coach only |
Waiting list | Long wait | End |
Ticket confirmation process | Slow | Immediately |
Fine | Less | Raised |
Provision of new fine on waiting tickets
Indian Railways has also tightened the provision of fine for passengers traveling on waiting tickets:
- If a passenger is found in a waiting ticket and is found in a reservation or AC coach, he will have to pay a heavy fine.
- In sleeper coach: ₹ 250 + fare up to the next station.
- In AC Coach: ₹ 440 + fare up to the next station.
How will AI system do work?
- When the passengers book tickets on the IRCTC website or mobile app, the AI system will immediately tell whether the seat is available or not.
- If the seat is not available:
- The passenger will get the next train or date options.
- The waiting list will not be released.
- This process will be completely automated, which will reduce human errors.
Why was waiting tickets issued?
Earlier, when all the seats were booked in the train, railway waiting tickets were issued. meant to be:
- Giving a chance to the next passenger when the confirmed seat is canceled.
- Analysis of the demand for trains.
- Giving flexibility to passengers.
But now this process has been abolished.
Suggestions for passengers
- Always plan your journey in advance and book tickets on time.
- When booking online, use options given by AI system.
- Passengers traveling in the general compartment should take care of their luggage and safety.
Disclaimer:
This article is based on new rules and AI system based changes declared by Indian Railways. This information is taken from verified sources. If you want to take any decision related to this scheme or rules, then first check the information on the official railway portal.