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For Tatkal tickets booked as e-tickets:
Can I cancel my Tatkal ticket??
No refund will be granted for the cancellation of confirmed Tatkal tickets. For contingent cancellations and waitlisted Tatkal ticket cancellations, charges will be deducted as per existing railway rules. Partial cancellation of Tatkal e-tickets is allowed.
FAQ’s On Cancelation of tatkal ticket??
What is a Tatkal ticket?
A Tatkal ticket is a type of ticket provided by Indian Railways that can be booked at short notice, typically one day before the date of the journey. These tickets are meant for passengers with urgent travel needs.
Can a Tatkal ticket be cancelled?
Yes, a Tatkal ticket can be cancelled, but the refund rules are different from those of regular tickets.
What is the cancellation charge for a Tatkal ticket?
The cancellation charges for a Tatkal ticket are as follows:
Confirmed Tatkal Ticket: No refund is granted on the cancellation of a confirmed Tatkal ticket.
Waitlisted/RAC Tatkal Ticket: The standard cancellation charges apply as per the Indian Railways rules.
How to cancel a Tatkal ticket?
Tatkal tickets can be cancelled either online through the IRCTC website or mobile app or by visiting a railway station reservation counter.
What is the time limit for cancelling a Tatkal ticket?
Online Cancellation: Cancellation can be done up to 30 minutes before the scheduled departure of the train.
For counter-booked tickets: Cancellation can be done at the railway station up to 30 minutes before the scheduled departure of the train.
Will I get a full refund if I cancel a Tatkal ticket?
No, you will not get a full refund. For confirmed Tatkal tickets, there is no refund. For waitlisted or RAC Tatkal tickets, the refund is granted after deducting the applicable cancellation charges.
Can I cancel a partially confirmed Tatkal ticket?
Yes, you can cancel a partially confirmed Tatkal ticket, but the refund will be processed as per the rules for the portion of the ticket that is not confirmed.
Is there any refund if the train is cancelled?
Yes, if the train is cancelled by Indian Railways, a full refund is granted for both confirmed and waitlisted Tatkal tickets.