IRCTC New Rule: Aadhaar Mandatory for First-Day Ticket Booking

• From January 12, only Aadhaar-verified IRCTC users can book general reserved tickets online on the first day of Advance Reservation Period (ARP).
• Non-Aadhaar users can book tickets online from the next day onwards, subject to availability.
• This rule applies exclusively to online bookings for general reserved tickets on the first ARP day.
• PRS counter bookings at railway stations and Tatkal bookings remain unaffected by this specific change.
• The change aims to prevent misuse by agents and automated booking tools, prioritizing genuine passengers.

Why It Matters: Aadhaar verification is now essential for IRCTC users to book general reserved tickets on ARP's first day.