Train Ticket Rules- Does the ticket get wasted after missing the train, know the complete details

Indian Railways is the fourth largest railway network in the world, through which crores of people travel every day, it would not be wrong if we call it the lifeline of India. It is mandatory to have some important rules to handle such a large unit of the country. In such a situation, if we talk about a common concern that often bothers people, does the ticket get wasted after missing the train, can't we travel on another train with the same ticket, let's know its complete details.

If you have a general coach ticket, you can board another train on the same route. The type of train matters - there are specific guidelines for trains like Vande Bharat, Superfast, and Rajdhani Express.

Unfortunately, if you have a reserved ticket, you cannot travel on another train with that ticket. Because you may have to pay a fine if caught.

Applying for a refund

Log into the IRCTC app: Start by logging into your account.

File a TDR: Click the “Trains” option, then select “File TDR.”

Select your ticket: A list of your tickets will appear; choose the one you want to file.

Submit a reason: After selecting your ticket, select a reason for the TDR and submit it.

You can expect to receive your refund within 60 days.

Ticket cancellation refunds

Confirmed tickets:

Cancel 48 hours to 12 hours before departure: 25% of the total amount will be deducted.

Cancel 4 to 12 hours before departure: 50% of the ticket price will be deducted.