IRCTC Changes Reservation Rules for Aadhaar Users; Booking Window Extended

• IRCTC revises train reservation times for Aadhaar-verified users to benefit genuine passengers.
• Aadhaar verification is now mandatory for general reservation tickets on the first day of ARP via IRCTC portal.
• The new rule, effective January 12, expands Aadhaar-authenticated bookings until 12 PM from December 29.
• Previously, Aadhaar verification was required for the first 15 minutes, then extended from 8 AM to 10 AM.
• Indian Railways plans to gradually extend the Aadhaar-authenticated booking window until 12 midnight.

Why It Matters: Aadhaar verification is now crucial for early train ticket bookings on IRCTC, with extended hours.