Railway Fare Hike: Passengers please note... Railway fares are going to increase, know the fare from AC to non-AC..

Rail travel may become expensive from next month. According to the indications received from the official sources of the Railway Board, there is going to be a slight change in the train fare in the coming days. Actually, after many years, the railways are going to increase the fares. It has been told that these new rates will come into effect from July 1, 2025.

How much will be the increase?

Official sources of the Ministry of Railways have revealed that the fare of ordinary mail / express trains (non-AC) will increase by 1 paisa per kilometer. At the same time, those traveling in AC class will have to pay 2 paise more per kilometer. This increase is minor, but it will have an impact.

A major change in Tatkal booking

Railways has already made a big announcement regarding Tatkal ticket booking. Aadhar card will be required to book Tatkal tickets from July 1, 2025. The Railway Ministry has issued an order on June 10, 2025. This order states that "This step has been taken to ensure that the benefits of the Tatkal scheme reach the common people."

Aadhaar required

The notice issued by the Railways also states that "From 01-07-2025, it is necessary to authenticate with an Aadhaar card to book Tatkal tickets from IRCTC (Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation) website or app." That is, without an Aadhaar card you will not be able to book Tatkal tickets. Not only this, but from July 15, 2025, passengers will have to do one more thing while booking Tatkal tickets. They will also have to authenticate with OTP (One Time Password) through an Aadhaar card. This OTP will come on the mobile number linked to your Aadhaar card.

How much will the fare increase?

From July 1, now those going from Delhi to Patna will have to pay about Rs 20 more in AC class and about Rs 10 more in non-AC class. Similarly, those going from Delhi to Mumbai will have to pay Rs 28 more in AC class and about Rs 14 more in non-AC class. We are giving a table below, in which you will get the rough information.

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