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Cancellation charges for confirmed train ticket 2025

Train ticket cancellation charges

  • Cancellation Charges for Confirmed Tickets
  • Cancellation Charges for Confirmed Tickets In IRCTC
  • Cancellation Charges for Confirmed Tickets 3AC
  • Cancellation Charges for Confirmed Tickets Before 24 Hours
  • Railway Cancellation Charges for Confirmed Tickets
  • Cancellation Charges for Confirmed Tickets Sleeper

The amount deducted is based on the time of cancellation and the status of your ticket. Detailed explanations are given below:-

Also Read : Covid-19 IRCTC Refund Rules – Covid-19 Railway Refund Rules

(a) If the ticket is presented for cancellation more than forty eight hours in advance of the scheduled departure of the train, a minimum per passenger cancellation charges shall be deducted at the flat rate:-

Class of your ticket Flat Cancellation charges per passenger
AC First/Executive Class Rs.240 plus GST
First Class/AC 2 Tier Rs.200 plus GST
AC Chair Car/AC 3Tier/AC 3 Economy Rs.180 plus GST
Sleeper Class Rs.120
Second Class Rs.60

(b)

If the ticket is presented for cancellation between forty eight hours and upto twelve hours before the scheduled departure of the train 25%(twenty five) percent of fare subject the minimum of the cancellation charge referred to in clause 1(a) plus GST applicable for all AC Classes

(c)

If the ticket is presented for cancellation within twelve hours before the scheduled departure of the train and upto four hours before the scheduled departure of the train irrespective of distance 50%(Fifty) percent of fare subject to a minimum of the cancellation charge referred clause 1(a) ) plus GST applicable for all AC Classes

(d) No refund of fare shall be admissible on the ticket having confirmed reservation in case ticket is not cancelled or TDR not filed online upto four hours before the scheduled departure of the train

(e) No refund of fare shall be admissible on RAC e-tickets in case the ticket is not cancelled or TDR not filed online upto thirty minutes before the scheduled departure of the train.

Source: http://contents.irctc.co.in

Sl. No. Indian Railway Refund Rules 2025 For More Information
1 Cancellation Charges for Confirmed Tickets Click Here
2 Cancellation Charges for RAC or Wait listed Tickets Click Here
3 Cancellation Charges for Partially Confirmed Tickets Click Here
4 Cancellation Charges-Full Wait list Ticket Click Here
5 Cancellation Charges-Cancellation of Train Click Here
6 Train Running More than Three hours Late and passenger not travelled Click Here
7 Cancellation of E-tickets -Refund Rules Click Here
8 Cancellation of I-tickets-Refund Rules Click Here
9 Cancellation of tickets where railway administration is unable to provide accommodation Click Here
10 Refund on partially used tickets Click Here
11 Refund of certain fare on failure to provide air-conditioning facility in air-conditioned coaches Click Here
12 Refund of fare when passenger are made to travel in lower class for want of accommodation Click Here
13 Cancellation of Ticket Booked in Premium Special Trains Click Here
14 Tatkal Ticket Cancellation Refund Rules Click Here
Refund Rules for all the Tickets booked for the journey period between 21st March to 14th April 2025 Click Here

Here are the confirmed ticket cancellation charges under the current Indian Railways/IRCTC policy (2025):

1. Cancellation Charges for Confirmed Tickets (Before Chart Preparation)

Cancellation deductions are per passenger:

  • More than 48 hours before departure:
    • AC First Class / Executive Class: ₹240
    • AC 2-Tier / First Class: ₹200
    • AC 3-Tier / AC Chair Car / 3A Economy: ₹180
    • Sleeper Class: ₹120
    • Second Class: ₹60
  • Between 48 and 12 hours before departure:
    • 25% of fare, subject to above minimum flat-rate deduction.
  • Between 12 and 4 hours before departure (or until chart preparation):
    • 50% of fare, subject to the minimum flat cancellation charge.

2. After Chart Preparation or Post-Cutoff

  • Confirmed e‑tickets cannot be cancelled after chart is prepared.
  • Refunds may be possible via TDR (Ticket Deposit Receipt) if filed online before departure, but this typically doesn’t guarantee full refund.

3. No Refund Scenarios

  • No refund if ticket isn’t cancelled or TDR is not filed within 4 hours before departure.
  • Applies even for confirmed tickets; no refund is processed after the cutoff.

4. Special Case: Auto‑Cancelled or Late Running (>3 Hours Delay)

  • Full refund (no deduction) if:
    • Ticket gets auto‑cancelled (e.g. WL or RAC not confirmed in chart), or
    • Train is cancelled or delayed by more than 3 hours and cancellation/TDR is filed in time.

5. Example Table (AC 3A Passenger Fare ₹3,000)

Time of Cancellation Refund Status Deduction
Partial refund ₹180 + GST
Between 48–12 hrs Partial refund 25% of ₹3,000 = ₹750 (or ₹180, whichever is higher) + GST
Between 12–4 hrs (or until chart) Partial refund 50% of ₹3,000 = ₹1,500 (or ₹180, whichever higher) + GST
After charting or within 4 hrs No refund —
Auto‑cancelled or train delayed >3 hrs Full refund ₹0

6. Key Notes

  • Cancellation deductions apply per passenger.
  • GST charges are added only for AC classes; convenience or agent fees are non-refundable.
  • Tatkal confirmed tickets are non-refundable in all cases.
  • Consumer courts have ruled that auto‑cancelled tickets must be refunded fully, excluding only service fees—not cancellation charges.

Summary

  1. Flat cancellation charges apply based on class and timing (₹180 for 3A if >48 hours ahead).
  2. 25% deduction within 48–12 hrs; 50% within 12–4 hrs, or minimum flat charge.
  3. No cancellations allowed post chart preparation—TDR applies.
  4. Full refund for auto cancellations or significant delay; requires timely action.
  5. Tatkal confirmed tickets are non-refundable.

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