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Indian Railways is one of the most popular modes of travel in India. Tickets can be booked both online through IRCTC and offline at counters.
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More passengers now book tickets online. If you are booking a train ticket online for the first time, follow these step-by-step instructions.
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To book tickets online, you must first create an account on the official IRCTC website. Registration is compulsory before ticket booking.
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When you click Register, you will see a form. Fill in your details, including your name, mobile number, and email ID, to complete the sign-up.
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Once logged in, choose your travel date. Then select your boarding station and destination station. Click on the search option to continue.
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A list of trains will appear. Select the train you want to travel on and pick your class, such as Sleeper, AC, or Chair Car, depending on preference.
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Fill in the passenger details such as name, age, and gender. Check the information carefully before moving on to the payment page.
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Complete the payment using your preferred method. Once payment is done, your Indian Railways ticket will be booked and ready for travel.
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