Railway Concession Form for Blind | Indian Railway Concession Form

Railway Concession Form for Blind | Indian Railway Concession Form

Blind persons travelling alone or with an escort – for any purpose

75% in Second, Sleeper, First Class, AC-3 tier, AC Chair Car.
50% in First AC and AC-2 tier.
25% in AC-3 tier & AC Chair Car of Rajdhani / Shatabdi trains.
50% in First and Second class Monthly season ticket & Quarterly season ticket.
One escort is also eligible for same element of concession

If you’re looking for the Indian Railways concession form for the blind or other persons with disabilities (Divyangjan), here’s exactly how to access it and what you’ll need to do:

Concession Form for Blind & Visually Impaired

Indian Railways has a specific “Completely Blind Person Concession Certificate” (Appendix 1/13). This form is to be issued by a registered medical practitioner, a government doctor, or the head of an institution for the blind, and must include the passenger’s photograph and official signatures/seal.
You can download this official form (also available in Hindi) from the Indian Railways forms portal, which also hosts other disability-related concession certificates (e.g., for paraplegics, deaf-mute, etc.)

How to Apply and Obtain the Concession

Step 1: Secure the Certificate Form

Download the Completely Blind Person Concession Certificate from the forms section of the official Indian Railways site.
Get it filled out by an authorized medical professional or recognized institution, ensuring your photo is signed/stamped as required.

Step 2: Visit the DRM Office to Apply for a Divyangjan Photo ID Card

This ID card makes online booking of concessional tickets seamless.

You’ll need:

Original concession certificate + two self-attested copies
Photo ID (e.g., Aadhaar), address proof, birth proof, and 2 passport-size photos
Submit everything in an envelope labeled:
“Application for Railway Identity Card for Physically Challenged Persons for Ticketing”
addressed to the Senior Divisional Commercial Manager (Sr. DCM)

The DRM office verifies your documents, stamps your certificate (making it void) and issues a Divyangjan Photo Identity Card—valid for 5 years (or lifetime for certain permanent disabilities).

Using the Concession for Booking Tickets

Online (via IRCTC): Enter your unique ID from the Divyangjan Photo ID card while booking to get the concession applied.
Counter Booking: Present your Photo ID card (or validated certificate) — no additional paperwork required.

What the Form Looks Like

The Completely Blind Person Concession Certificate (Appendix 1/13), to which you’ll affix your photo, typically includes:

Personal details (name, address, parent/husband’s name, age, sex)
A space for your photograph—with part of the doctor’s signature and seal overlapping the photo
Signature or thumb impression if applicable
Signature and seal of the authorized issuing doctor or institution
Clear instructions on validity and authenticity requirements

Summary

Step	Action
1	Download the “Completely Blind Person Concession Certificate” from Indian Railways’ forms portal.
2	Get it completed and signed by an authorized medical professional.
3	Submit it at your DRM office along with required proofs to get the Divyangjan ID card.
4	Use the ID card to book tickets online or at counters with the concession applied.

Quick Tips from Travelers

“Divyangjan concessions are available both online and offline… You can book online if you have the Railway-approved Divyangjan ID card.”

“UDID card isn’t accepted for railway purposes for some conditions (like thalassemia)… better to get a railway concession form from your hospital whenever you travel.”

Need help locating the exact download link for the blind-person form, or assistance preparing the envelope for submission? I’d be happy to guide you step by step!