IRCTC mobile app – how to book tickets through Rail Connect?

IRCTC’s Rail Connect is a great way to book and cancel tickets at ease. Travellers can book their tickets through the IRCTC phone app, and also make payments using the IRCTC e-wallet.
IRCTC announced on Twitter last May regarding its launch, and can now be used by travellers. Perhaps the most important bit about this app is that you can also book Tatkal tickets through the app. Users can deposit money in their e-wallet from their respective banks, and use the money to book tickets.

According to the rules, one person can add a maximum of six banks to the IRCTC e-wallet.

Rules of booking through Rail Connect app –

· You will need to have an account on IRCTC online portal, and then log in to your IRCTC app, Rail Connect.

· Only four passengers are allowed to be booked under the same PNR.

· The online window opens at 10 AMfor AC tickets, and 11 AM for non-AC tickets; same rule applies for app as well.

· You have to choose the boarding station, and destination station, along with the date of journey, finally clicking on Submit button.

· The correct details need to be filled in for the following information – name, age, gender, preference, and mobile number.

· Fill the captcha code

· Select the e-wallet pay for the tickets.

· Other options include Airtel Money, Ola Money, etc