Deaf and Dumb Railway Concession Form | Indian Railway Concession Form for Deaf and Dumb

Deaf and Dumb Railway Concession Form | Indian Railway Concession Form for Deaf and Dumb

Deaf & Dumb persons (both afflictions together in the same person) travelling alone or with an escort – for any purpose.

50% in Second, Sleeper and First Class.
50% in First and Second class Monthly season ticket & Quarterly season ticket.
One escort is also eligible for same element of concession.

Click the Link: Concession Form

Here’s a comprehensive guide to the Indian Railways Concession Form & Application process for persons with hearing and speech impairment (previously referred to as “deaf and dumb”):

🧾 Official Form & Terminology Update

As of February 1, 2018, Indian Railways replaced the term “deaf and dumb” with “person with hearing and speech impairment”, and replaced “viklang” with “divyangjan” in all concession-related forms.
This updated terminology also reflects in the revised concession certificate forms where disable categories are described in inclusive language.

📄 Concession Form Overview

Form Contents

The concession certificate specifies categories of disabilities eligible for travel discounts:
- Orthopaedic impairment with escort
- Intellectual disability with escort
- Persons with hearing and speech impairment (both)
Termed inclusive and non-derogatory as per latest Central Railway directives

Where to Find the Form

Updated forms are available at PRS reservation counters and Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) offices across India.
Zonal railways have been instructed to print and stock the latest versions since June 2025.

🧑‍🦽 How to Apply – Step-by-Step

Step 1: Obtain Required Documents

Disability Certificate issued by a recognized medical authority—for hearing & speech impairment.
Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, etc.)
Proof of age and address, along with 2 passport-sized photographs.
UDID (Unique Disability ID) may help but is not sufficient alone.

Step 2: Visit the DRM Office

Apply in person at the DRM office, submitting documents and stating:
“Application for issue of Railway Identity Card for person with hearing and speech impairment.”
The commercial inspector verifies your documents before proceeding

Step 3: Collect Railway Divyangjan ID Card

Once verified, the DRM office issues a Railway Divyangjan Photo ID Card with an 11-digit concession ID number.
Your original concession certificate is then endorsed and devalidated. Only the ID Card remains valid for future concessions.

🎟️ Concession Benefits

50% discount on base fare in:
- Second Seating (2S)
- Sleeper Class (SL)
- First Class (FC)
50% concession is also applicable to:
- Monthly or Quarterly Season Tickets
One escort is permitted with the same level of concession, if required.

Important: Reservation fees, GST, Tatkal fees, and superfast charges are not discounted—they must be paid in full.

🎫 Booking Process

Offline Booking (at Reservation Counters)

Present your Railway Divyangjan ID Card at the counter.
Specify the passenger quota as Divyangjan.
The clerk applies the concession while issuing the ticket.

Online Booking (IRCTC Portal)

Enter your Divyangjan ID number in the dedicated field.
The system automatically applies the applicable concession on base fare.

✅ Summary Table

Step	Description
Terminology	Updated terms used in forms from Feb 2018 onwards
Get Concession	Visit DRM office with certificate and ID
Receive ID Card	Railway Divyangjan Photo ID issued, replaces old certificate
Eligible Fare	50% discount on base fare for 2S, SL, FC & season tickets
Booking Mode	Offline or online using Divyangjan ID number
Escort Concession	Allowed and eligible via same concession

🧠 Additional Insights

UDID cards alone are often not accepted for railway concessions—users must obtain a Railway-issued Divyangjan ID Card.
If your offline booking is declined, insist politely or try another counter—as reported in traveler experiences.