Missed Your Train? Indian Railways Ticket Rules 99% Don't Know! Avoid Fines

• General (unreserved) tickets are valid on another train of the same category within 3 hours or for the next available train, but not on premium trains like Rajdhani or Vande Bharat.
• Passengers with a reservation ticket cannot use it on another train if their original train is missed; doing so leads to being considered ticketless and heavy fines.
• Refusing to pay fines or arguing with TTEs can result in legal action, RPF involvement, and potential imprisonment.
• A full refund is possible if your train is delayed by over three hours and you haven't started your journey; file a TDR promptly.
• If you miss your reserved train at the boarding station, your seat remains secure for up to the next two stations, allowing you to board from there.

Why It Matters: Understand railway rules for missed trains to avoid fines and ensure smooth travel.