Train Ticket Rules Change April 1: New Cancellation & Refund Policy Explained

• Indian Railways implements major changes to ticket cancellation and refund rules starting April 1, 2026.
• Maximum refund for cancellations 72 hours before departure; only a fixed flat charge deducted.
• Cancellations between 72-24 hours incur a 25% fare deduction; no refund for cancellations less than 8 hours prior.
• Boarding point changes now allowed up to 30 minutes before departure, benefiting passengers in multi-station cities.
• Offline counter tickets can be cancelled from any station nationwide; TDR process for e-tickets abolished for automatic refunds.