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Railway Reservation Counter Timings 2025-23 | Train Ticket Reservation Timing 2025
Indian Railway Computerized Reservation Counter Timings 2025-23
Railway Reservation Counter Timings 2025-23 On Sunday and Railway Reservation Counter Timings 2025-23 On Saturday
Ticket Booking in Railway Reservation Counter
- IRCTC Reservation counter is open from 08:00 a.m to 08:00 p.m (Monday to Saturday)
- IRCTC Reservation counter is open on Sunday 08:00 a.m to 02:00 p.m
The period of advance reservation (ARP) is exclusive of the day of departure of the train. At intermediate stations where the train arrives on the following day, such reservations can be done more than 120 days in advance of date of journey from the intermediate station.
Tatkal Timings :
- Tatkal Reservation starts from 10:00 a.m for all AC 3 Tier, AC 2 Tier and AC First Class. One day before the departure of the day i.e if your train is leaving tomorrow , then you have do reservation on today .
- Tatkal Reservation for Sleeper 2nd class starts from 11.00 a.m
- Takal Tickets can be allowed till the tickets available.
Here’s the most current and detailed breakdown of Railway Reservation Counter Timings & Train Ticket Reservation Windows as of 2025–23—covering both PRS counter hours and Tatkal booking schedules:
1. Reservation Counter Timings (PRS Counters)
- Standard Hours (Most stations across India):
- Monday–Saturday: 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- Sunday / National Holidays: 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM
- Lunch Break: Typically a short recess around 2:00–2:15 PM. Some smaller stations may split shifts instead.
- Booking Cut-off: Reservations are accepted up to 4 hours before train departure, after which new bookings via counter are disabled.
2. Online (IRCTC) Booking Window
- System Downtime: The reservation portal is typically offline from 11:30 PM to 1:30 AM, resuming service thereafter.
3. Tatkal Reservation Timings (One Day in Advance)
As per the revised 2025 rules:
- AC Classes (1A, 2A, 3A, CC, EC, 3E): Opens at 10:00 AM
- Non-AC Classes (Sleeper, 2S, FC): Opens at 11:00 AM
- Advance Rules:
- Ticket booking opens one day before the train’s journey date (excluding the day of travel).
- Tickets can be booked up to 1 hour before departure, dependent on availability.
4. New Booking Rules Implemented in 2025
- Aadhaar OTP Authentication: Mandatory for all Tatkal bookings (online and counter) as of July 2025.
- Agent Restrictions: Authorized agents are barred from placing Tatkal bookings during:
- 10:00–10:30 AM for AC classes
- 11:00–11:30 AM for Non-AC classes
Summary Table
| Booking Type / Channel | Timing / Notes |
|---|---|
| PRS Counter (Mon–Sat) | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| PRS Counter (Sun / Holidays) | 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Lunch Break (PRS) | ~2:00 – 2:15 PM |
| Online Reservation System | Available 1:30 AM – 11:30 PM daily |
| Reservation Cut-off (Counter Booking) | Until 4 hours before train departure |
| Tatkal Booking (AC) | Opens at 10:00 AM (1 day prior) |
| Tatkal Booking (Non-AC) | Opens at 11:00 AM (1 day prior) |
| Agent Tatkal Restriction | AC: 10–10:30 AM, Non-AC: 11–11:30 AM (agents blocked) |
| Aadhaar OTP Requirement | Mandatory for Tatkal booking (from July 2025) |
Key Takeaways
- Planning matters: For in-person bookings, head to the PRS counter early (by 8:00 AM) to avoid wait times and catch the full window.
- Book Tatkal on time: Ensure you have Aadhaar authenticated and book at the correct time—especially with restrictions on agents during opening slots.
- Use online platforms wisely: The IRCTC window closes late at night, so plan accordingly.
Let me know if you’d like assistance choosing the best booking method based on your travel date or another specific route!