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Booking, PNR, catering, refunds and essential railway help—kept clear and easy to find.
What IRCTC is
OverviewIRCTC — the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation — is a Government of India enterprise that runs the IRCTC e-ticketing platform, onboard food catering, tourism packages and a network of retiring rooms and lounges across the country.
1999
Year established
1000+
Catering stations
Book, check & travel
ServicesOnline ticket booking
Reserve confirmed or waitlisted seats on any train. Book up to 120 days ahead via the official IRCTC portal.
Train search & PNR
Look up live running status by train number and check booking, coach and berth details using your PNR.
e-Catering
Order meals from partner restaurants at eligible stations, delivered straight to your seat on the move.
Retiring rooms
Find short-stay rooms at major stations for rest, a shower and a clean bed between trains.
Refunds & Tatkal
Understand cancellation windows, refund charges and how the Tatkal quota opens each day.
Helpline numbers
139 for bookings, 182 for complaint tracking and 1464 for e-catering.
Know before you book
Refunds & Tatkal rules
Charges vary by ticket class and status. Confirm current rules on the official portal before cancelling.
Quick answers
Frequently asked
How do I book a ticket?+
Sign in on the official IRCTC portal, enter origin, destination and date, choose a train and class, then pay to confirm.
What if my ticket is waitlisted?+
Track the PNR for updates. If it stays unconfirmed after the chart is prepared, check the applicable refund process before departure.
How does e-catering work?+
While on a train, order from restaurants serving at upcoming stations; your food is delivered to your seat.
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