How much Refund on cancellation of Train Ticket?

How much Refund on cancellation of Train Ticket? The refund amount on the cancellation of a train ticket in India varies based on several factors such as the class of travel, time of cancellation, and the type of ticket. Here is a detailed breakdown of the refund rules as per Indian Railways:

How much Refund on cancellation of Train Ticket?

Refund Rules for Train Ticket Cancellation

1. Reserved Tickets (e-Tickets and Counter Tickets)

a. Before Chart Preparation:

• 48 hours before the scheduled departure:
• AC First Class/Executive Class: ₹240 per passenger.
• AC 2 Tier/First Class: ₹200 per passenger.
• AC 3 Tier/AC Chair Car/AC 3 Economy/AC 2S: ₹180 per passenger.
• Sleeper Class: ₹120 per passenger.
• Second Class: ₹60 per passenger.

b. Between 48 hours and 12 hours before the scheduled departure:

• Cancellation charges: 25% of the fare subject to the minimum flat rate mentioned above.

c. Between 12 hours and 4 hours before the scheduled departure:

• Cancellation charges: 50% of the fare subject to the minimum flat rate mentioned above.

d. Less than 4 hours before the scheduled departure and up to chart preparation:

• Cancellation charges: No refund will be granted.

2. Tatkal Tickets

a. Before Chart Preparation:

• Cancellation of Tatkal tickets: No refund is granted for confirmed Tatkal tickets.
• Cancellation of waitlisted Tatkal tickets: Full refund excluding the clerkage charges.

3. Partially Confirmed Tatkal Tickets

a. Before Chart Preparation:

• Cancellation: Refund will be granted for the waitlisted passengers in partially confirmed Tatkal tickets.

4. Waitlisted and RAC Tickets

a. Before Chart Preparation:

• Cancellation charges: ₹60 per passenger for second class and ₹120 per passenger for all other classes.

b. After Chart Preparation:

• Cancellation of fully waitlisted tickets: Full refund excluding the clerkage charges.
• Cancellation of RAC tickets: Refund as per normal rules minus the clerkage charges.

5. Unused Tickets on Account of Train Cancellation

a. Train Cancelled by Railways:

• Full refund will be granted if the train is cancelled by Indian Railways.

Summary Table of Cancellation Charges

Ticket Type	Time Before Departure	Refund Charges/Policy
AC First Class/Executive Class	> 48 hours	₹240 per passenger
	48 – 12 hours	25% of fare subject to minimum charges
	12 – 4 hours	50% of fare subject to minimum charges
	< 4 hours	No refund
AC 2 Tier/First Class	> 48 hours	₹200 per passenger
	48 – 12 hours	25% of fare subject to minimum charges
	12 – 4 hours	50% of fare subject to minimum charges
	< 4 hours	No refund
AC 3 Tier/AC Chair Car/AC 3 Economy/AC 2S	> 48 hours	₹180 per passenger
	48 – 12 hours	25% of fare subject to minimum charges
	12 – 4 hours	50% of fare subject to minimum charges
	< 4 hours	No refund
Sleeper Class	> 48 hours	₹120 per passenger
	48 – 12 hours	25% of fare subject to minimum charges
	12 – 4 hours	50% of fare subject to minimum charges
	< 4 hours	No refund
Second Class	> 48 hours	₹60 per passenger
	48 – 12 hours	25% of fare subject to minimum charges
	12 – 4 hours	50% of fare subject to minimum charges
	< 4 hours	No refund
Tatkal Tickets	Any Time	No refund for confirmed tickets
		Full refund for waitlisted tickets (less clerkage)
Partially Confirmed Tatkal	Any Time	Refund for waitlisted passengers only
Waitlisted Tickets	Before Chart Preparation	₹60 per passenger (Second Class), ₹120 per passenger (Other Classes)
Unused Tickets (Train Cancellation)	Any Time	Full refund

Steps to Cancel a Train Ticket

1. For e-Tickets:

1. Log in to IRCTC: Visit the IRCTC website or open the IRCTC app and log in to your account.
2. Go to Booked Tickets: Navigate to the “Booked Ticket History” section.
3. Select Ticket: Choose the ticket you wish to cancel.
4. Initiate Cancellation: Click on “Cancel Ticket” and follow the prompts.
5. Confirm Cancellation: Confirm your cancellation. The refund amount will be credited to your account as per the rules.

2. For Counter Tickets:

1. Visit the Reservation Counter: Go to the nearest railway reservation counter.
2. Fill Cancellation Form: Fill out the cancellation form with the necessary details.
3. Submit Form: Submit the form along with your original ticket.
4. Receive Refund: Collect your refund in cash, if applicable, or the refund will be credited to your account if paid online.

Conclusion

Understanding the refund rules can help you minimize losses when canceling a train ticket. Refunds vary depending on the time of cancellation, class of travel, and type of ticket. Always check the latest guidelines from Indian Railways or IRCTC to stay informed.

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