Railways Changes Rules For Advance Booking, Reduces It From 120 Days To

IRCTC News: The Indian Railway has decided to cut the advance reservation period (ARP) for train bookings from 120 days to 60 days, according to the official press release. This excludes the day of travel. It is important to note that these changes will come into effect from November 1, 2024.

The Railways clarified that bookings made under the current 120-day ARP before October 31 will remain valid. It also stated that any cancellations for bookings made beyond the new 60-day ARP will still be allowed.

With the introduction of the new booking system, the passengers will be able to plan their travel more conveniently. Previously, the Railways allowed this facility up to 120 days, or four months, in advance of the journey date. However, the new rules have reduced this window by half.