Indian Railways Hikes Fares from Dec 26: Check Your New Ticket Price!

• Indian Railways will implement a fare rationalization from December 26, 2025.
• No fare hike for suburban travel, Monthly Season Tickets, or ordinary class journeys up to 215 km.
• Fares increase by 1 paisa/km for ordinary class beyond 215 km, and 2 paise/km for Mail/Express non-AC and AC classes.
• The hike is minimal; a 500 km non-AC journey will cost only ₹10 more.
• The move aims to generate ₹600 crore to offset rising operational, manpower, and pension costs, ensuring financial sustainability and funding safety improvements.

Why It Matters: Indian Railways implements a modest fare hike from Dec 26 to cover rising costs, with minimal impact on most passengers.