Railway Ticket Booking: A large number of people in the country travel by train. If you are planning to travel by train in December, this news could be critical for you. The Railways has opened advance reservation bookings for travel 60 days in advance. Accordingly, bookings for train travel on December 20, 2026, will begin on October 21, 2026. Passengers can book their tickets through the official IRCTC website and app or at railway reservation counters.
When will bookings open?
According to Indian Railways, ticket bookings for passengers planning to travel on December 20, 2026, will commence tomorrow, October 21, at 8:00 AM. Passengers are advised to secure their reservations for available seats. The Railways has made booking facilities available for passengers travelling in sleeper coaches from Delhi to Varanasi.
What is the Railways’ 60-day advance booking rule?
For regular trains, Indian Railways allows advance reservations up to 60 days before the date of travel. The date of travel itself is not included in this 60-day period. This rule allows passengers to book their tickets in advance, making their travel planning more convenient. This facility is applicable to the sleeper class category.
Where can you book tickets?
If you are planning to book a ticket, you can visit the official IRCTC website. Alternatively, you can book tickets via your mobile phone or in person at a railway station reservation counter. When booking online, you will need to specify the date of travel, the train, the class, and the seat details.