New Delhi/Mumbai: A big update for train passengers: Indian Railways will introduce a new fare tariff starting July 1, 2025. This change will affect regular and long-distance travelers the most. However, some categories will not see any hike.
Fare Hike Details
Second Class (General):
- No fare hike for journeys up to 500 kilometers.
- For distances beyond 500 kilometers, passengers will pay extra Rs 0.50 per km.
Mail/Express (Non-AC Trains):
An increase of Rs 0.01 (1 paisa) per kilometer.
AC Classes
Fares increased the most — now Rs 0.02 (2 paisa) more per kilometer.
No Change for Suburban & Season Tickets
Suburban Trains
No change in fares, providing relief to daily commuters.
Monthly Season Tickets (MST):
- No increase in rates.
New Ticket Booking System
Indian Railways is also testing a new ticket booking system. Currently, you find out if your ticket is confirmed only 4 hours before the journey. But soon:
The final chart will be released 24 hours before the journey.
Trials have started from June 6 in Bikaner Division (Rajasthan) on one train.
So far, the trial has run smoothly without any issues.
Railway officials say the system will be tested for a few weeks before full rollout.
