Railway Train Ticket Concession Rules | Indian Railway Concession List
| S. No |
CATEGORY OF PERSONS | PERCENTAGE OF CONCESSION* |
| I | Disabled Passengers | |
| 1 | Orthopaedically Handicapped/ Paraplegic persons who cannot travel without escort – for any purpose | # 75% in 2nd, SL, 1st Class, 3AC, AC chair Car # 50% in 1AC and 2AC, # 25% in 3AC & AC Chair Car of Rajdhani / Shatabdi trains # 50% in MST & QST One escort is also eligible for same element of concession |
| 2 | Mentally retarded persons who cannot travel without escort – for any purpose | |
| 3 | Blind persons travelling alone or with an escort – for any purpose | |
| 4 | Deaf & Dumb persons (both afflictions together in the same person) travelling alone or with an escort – for any purpose. | # 50% in 2nd, SL and 1st Class # 50% in MST & QST One escort is also eligible for same element of concession |
| II | Patients | |
| 5 | Cancer patients travelling alone or with an escort for treatment/periodic check-up. | # 75% in 2nd, 1st class & AC chair car # 100% in SL & 3AC # 50% in 1AC & 2AC one escort eligible for same element of concession (except in SL & 3AC where escort gets 75%) |
| 6 | Thalassemia patients travelling alone or with escort for treatment/periodic check-up | # 75% in 2nd, SL, 1st Class, 3AC, AC chair Car # 50% in 1AC and 2AC, One escort is also eligible for same element of concession |
| 7 | Heart patients travelling alone or with an escort for heart surgery | |
| 8 | Kidney patients travelling alone or with an escort for kidney transplant Operation/Dialysis | |
| 9 | Haemophilia Patients – severe & moderate form of disease – travelling alone or with an escort for treatment/periodical check up. | # 75% in 2nd, SL, 1st Class, 3AC, AC chair Car One escort is also eligible for same element of concession |
| 10 | T.B./Lupas Valgaris patients travelling alone or with an escort for treatment/periodical check-up | # 75% in 2nd, SL and 1st Class One escort is also eligible for same element of concession |
| 11 | Non-infectious Leprosy patients – for treatment/periodical check-up. | # 75% in 2nd, SL and 1st Class One escort is also eligible for same element of concession |
| 12 | AIDS patients – for treatment/check-up at nominated ART Centres. | # 50% in 2nd Class |
| 13 | Ostomy patients – travelling for any purpose. | # 50% in MST & QST One escort is also eligible for same element of concession. |
| 14 | Sickle cell Anaemia – for treatment/periodical check-up | % In Sleeper, AC Chair Car, AC 3-tier and AC 2-tier classes |
| 15 | Aplastic Anaemia – for treatment/periodical check-up. | # 50% In Sleeper, AC Chair Car, AC 3-tier and AC 2-tier classes. |
| III | Senior Citizens | |
| 16 | Men of Indian Nationality – 60 years and above. Women of Indian Nationality – 58 years and above. – travelling for any purpose. |
# 40% in all classes # 50% in all classes Also in Rajdhani/ Shatabdi/ Duronto trains |
| IV | Awardees | |
| 17 | Recipients of age 60 years and above, of :- (i) President’s Police Medal for Distinguished Service, (ii) Indian Police Award for Meritorious service. – travelling for any purpose |
# 50% for men # 60% for women in all classes & Rajdhani/ Shatabdi/Jan Shatabdi |
| 18 | Shram Awardees – Industrial Workers awarded the Prime Minister’s Shram Award for Productivity and Innovation – travelling for any purpose. | # 75% in 2nd and SL class |
| 19 | National Awardee Teachers –honoured with National Award by the President of India for exemplary service in the field of education – travelling for any purpose. | # 50% in 2nd and SL class |
| 20 | Either of parents accompanying the Child Recipients of National Bravery Award – travelling for any purpose. | # 50% in 2nd and SL class |
| V | War Widows | |
| 21 | War Widows – travelling for any purpose. | # 75% in 2nd and SL class |
| 22 | Widows of I.P.K.F. Personnel killed in action in Sri Lanka – travelling for any purpose. | # 75% in 2nd and SL class |
| 23 | Widows of Policemen & Paramilitary personnel killed in action against Terrorists and Extremists – travelling for any purpose. | # 75% in 2nd and SL class |
| 24 | Widows of defence personnel killed in action against terrorists & extremists – travelling for any purpose. | # 75% in 2nd and SL class |
| 25 | Widows of Martyrs of Operation Vijay in Kargil in 1999 – travelling for any purpose. | # 75% in 2nd and SL class |
| VI | Students | |
| 26 | Students going to hometown & educational tours – General Category – – SC/ST Category – |
# 50% in 2nd and SL class # 50% in MST/QST # 75% in 2nd and SL class # 75% in MST/QST |
| -Girls upto Graduation Boys upto 12th standard (including students of Madrasa) between home & school |
Free second class MST | |
| 27 | Students of Govt. schools in rural areas – for study tour – once a year. | # 75% in 2nd class |
| 28 | Entrance exam – Girls of Govt. schools in rural areas – for national level for medical, engineering, etc. entrance exam. | # 75% in 2nd class |
| 29 | Concession to students appearing in main written examination conducted by UPSC & Central Staff Selection Commissions. | # 50% in 2nd class |
| 30 | Foreign students studying in India – travelling to attend camps/seminars organised by Govt. of India and also visit to places of historical & other importance during vacations. | # 50% in 2nd and SL class |
| 31 | Research scholars upto the age of 35 years – for journeys in connection with research work. | # 50% in 2nd and SL class |
| 32 | Students and non-students participating in Work Camps | # 25% in 2nd and SL class |
| 33 | Cadets and Marine Engineers apprentices undergoing Navigational/ Engineering training for Mercantile Marine – for travel between home and training ship. | # 50% in 2nd and SL class |
| VII | Youths | |
| 34 | Youths attending National Integration Camps of :- (a) National Youth Project (b) Manav Uththan Sewa Samiti |
# 50% in 2nd and SL class 40% in 2nd and SL class |
| 35 | Unemployed youths : – (i) to attend interview for job Statutory Bodies, Municipal Corporation, Govt Under-taking, University or Public Sector Body.) (ii) to attend interviews for jobs in Central & State Govt. |
# 50% in 2nd and SL class # 100% in 2nd class # 50% in SL class |
| 36 | Bharat Scouts & Guides – for scouting duty. | 50% in 2ndand SL class |
| VIII | Kisans | |
| 37 | Kisans and Industrial Labourers – for visit to agricultural/industrial exhibitions. | 25% in 2nd and SL class |
| 38 | Kisans travelling by Govt sponsored Special trains` | 33% in 2nd and SL class |
| 39 | Kisans & Milk Producers – visit to National level Institutes for learning/Training | 50% in 2nd and SL class |
| 40 | Delegates for attending Annual Conferences of : (i) Bharat Krishak Samaj and (ii) Sarvodaya Samaj, Wardha. |
50% in 2nd and SL class |
| IX | Artists & Sportspersons | |
| 41 | Artistes – for performance. | 75% in 2nd & SL Class 50% in 1st, AC Chair Car, 3AC & 2AC 50% in Rajdhani/ Shatabdi/ Jan Shatabdi AC Chair Car, 3AC & 2AC |
| 42 | Film technicians – travelling for film production related work. | 75% in SL 50% in 1st, AC Chair car, 3AC & 2AC Incl Rajdhani/Shatabdi |
| 43 | Sportsmen participating in : (i) All India and State tournaments (ii) National tournaments |
75% in 2nd and SL class 50% in 1st class 75% in 2nd, SL and 1stclass 50% in 1st class |
| 44 | Persons taking part in Mountaineering Expeditions organised by IMF | 75% in 2nd and SL class 50% in 1st class |
| 45 | Press Correspondents accredited to Headquarters of Central & State Governments/Union Territories/ Districts – for press work. Spouse/companion/dependent children (upto 18 years) |
50% in all classes and in all inclusive fares of Rajdhani/ Shatabdi/Jan Shatabdi trains. 50% concession twice every financial year. |
| X | Medical Professionals | |
| 46 | Doctors – Allopathic – travelling for any purpose. | 10% in all classes and in Rajdhani/ Shatabdi/Jan Shatabdi trains |
| 47 | Nurses & Midwives – for leave and duty. | 25% in 2nd and SL class |
| XI | Others (Conference, Camps, Tours etc) | |
| 48 | Delegates for attending Annual Conferences of certain All India bodies of social/cultural/educational importance. | 25% in 2nd and SL class |
| 49 | Bharat Sewa Dal, Bangalore – for attending camps/meetings/rallies/ trekking programmes. | 25% in 2nd and SL class |
| 50 | Volunteers of Service Civil International – for social service. | 25% in 2nd and SL class |
| 51 | Teachers of Primary, Secondary and Higher Secondary Schools – for educational tours. | 25% in 2nd and SL class |
| 52 | Members of St. John Ambulance Brigade and Relief Welfare Ambulance Corps, Calcutta – for ambulance camps/competitions. | 25% in 2nd and SL class |
| XII | Izzat MST | |
| 53 | Izzat MST to persons with monthly income not exceeding 1500/-, working in unorganised sectors – for journeys upto maximum 150 Kms. | Rs. 25/- |
* Concession is applicable only on basic fare.
At present, there is no proposal to withdraw the concessions given to Indian senior citizens and other categories of passengers. However, in view of increase in revenue foregone year after year due to concessions being given to different categories of passengers, senior citizens of foreign nationals and Non-resident Indians have been excluded from the senior citizen category for the purpose of concession in passenger fare.
Here’s a detailed breakdown of Indian Railways ticket concession rules and the various categories that qualify, complete with eligibility, discount rates, and essential guidelines:
Concession Categories & Discount Rates
1. Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan)
- Orthopaedic handicapped, paraplegic, mentally retarded, blind (requiring escort):
- 75% off: Second class, Sleeper (SL), First Class, 3AC, AC Chair Car
- 50% off: 1AC and 2AC
- 25% off: 3AC & AC Chair Car on Rajdhani/Shatabdi trains
- 50% off: Monthly/Quarterly Season Tickets (MST/QST)
- Escort receives the same concession.
- Deaf & dumb (combined):
- 50% off: Second, SL, and First Class; 50% off on MST/QST
- Escort also eligible.
2. Patients (Medical Conditions)
- Cancer patients:
- 100% off: Sleeper & 3AC
- 75% off: Second, First Class, AC Chair Car (escort gets same, except 3AC/SL where escort gets 75%)
- 50% off: 1AC & 2AC
- Thalassemia, Haemophilia, TB, Non-infectious Leprosy:
- 75% off: Second, SL, First, 3AC, AC Chair Car; 50% in 1AC & 2AC; escort eligible.
- Heart, Kidney patients:
- Generally 50% concession in 1AC & 2AC; escort eligible.
- AIDS patients (for ART Centre travel):
- 50% off: Second Class only.
- Ostomy, Sickle Cell Anaemia, Aplastic Anaemia:
- 50% off: Ostomy—MST/QST; Sickle Cell & Aplastic Anaemia—Sleeper, AC Chair Car, 3AC, 2AC. Escort eligible.
3. Senior Citizens
- Men (≥ 60 years): 40% concession across all classes (including Rajdhani, Shatabdi, Duronto).
- Women (≥ 58 years): 50% concession.
*Note: This concession was suspended in March 2025 and has not been restored.
4. Students & Youth
- Students (General): 50% off in Second and SL; 50% in MST/QST.
- SC/ST Students: 75% off in Second, SL, MST, QST.
- Girls (up to graduation) & Boys (up to Class XII): Free second-class MST (home ↔ college/school).
- Rural Govt. School Students (study tours): 75% off in Second class (once a year).
- Girls (rural, for entrance exams): 75% off in Second class.
- UPSC/SSC exam candidates: 50% off in Second class.
- Research Scholars (≤ 35 years): 50% off in Second and SL.
- Participants in work camps: 25% off in Second and SL.
- Foreign students (India): 50% off in Second and SL for government-linked educational trips.
- Cadets/Marine apprentices: 50% off in Second and SL.
- Youth attending National Integration Camps:
- 50% (National Youth Project)
- 40% (Manav Uththan Sewa Samiti)
- 50% for Bharat Scouts & Guides on duty.
- Unemployed youth (job interviews): 100% off in Second class for PSU/government interview travel; 50% off in SL.
5. War Widows & Awardees
- War widows or widows of Defence personnel/Kargil martyrs: 75% off in Second and SL.
- Awardees (President’s Police Medal & similar): 50% off for men; 60% for women; applicable across all classes including premium trains.
6. Medical Professionals
- Doctors (Allopathic): 10% off across all classes, including premium trains.
- Nurses & Midwives (on duty/leave): 25% off in Second and SL classes.
7. Farmers & Others
- Farmers & industrial labourers (agri exhibitions): 25% off in Second and SL.
- Farmers on govt.-sponsored special trains: 33% off in Second and SL.
- Kisans, milk producers, conference delegates: 50% off in Second and SL
- Izzat MST (low-income unorganized workers): Travel ≤ 100 km, fare ₹25.
General Rules & Conditions
- Concessions apply only on the basic fare; surcharges (e.g., superfast charges, reservation fee, catering, GST) are not discounted. Premium trains may incorporate other charges in exceptions.
- Only one concession type per passenger per journey.
- Break of journey is not usually allowed on concession tickets—unless unavoidable and endorsed by a station master.
- Changing to a higher class is not permitted, even if willing to pay the difference.
- Most concessions require valid certificates issued by Indian government authorities. Foreign documents are not accepted (except for foreign students in specified cases).
- Senior citizens need no age proof at purchase but must carry documentary proof while travelling.
Real-World Insights
From Reddit users:
“Divyangjan concessions are available both online and offline… 75% in AC Chair Car, Sleeper, 3AC; 50% in 2AC & 1AC… escort gets same concession.”
Booking requires a Divyangjan ID or certificate
Summary Table
| Category | Key Concessions | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Divyangjan (Disabled) | Up to 75%, escort gets same concession | Covers broad classes and season tickets |
| Patients (Medical) | Up to 100% (e.g., cancer), other 50–75% | Escort usually eligible |
| Senior Citizens | 40% (men), 50% (women) | Suspended since March 2020 |
| Students & Youth | 25–100% depending on category | Includes free MST for students under certain age |
| War Widows & Awardees | 75% (widows), 50–60% (awardees) | Across classes, including premium trains |
| Medical Professionals | 10–25% | Based on role and class |
| Farmers / Agricultural | 25–50% for exhibitions, special trains | Lower classes only |
| Izzat MST (low-income) | ₹25 for ≤ 100 km trips | Flat rate fare |
| General Rules | One concession, basic fare only, no class up | Requires valid Indian certificates |
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