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- जरूरत पड़ने पर लोग अतिरिक्त भुगतान कर सीट कन्फर्म करा सकें।
- टिकट दलालों/एजेंटों पर नियंत्रण रखा जा सके।
- मांग और उपलब्धता के आधार पर सही किराया तय किया जा सके।
Premium Tatkal (PT)
A special ticket quota introduced by Indian Railways, in which seats are provided for passengers needing urgent travel, but the fare for these tickets is not fixed; instead, it increases according to demand. This is called the Dynamic Fare System.
Main Features of Premium Tatkal (PT):
✦ 1. Dynamic Fare - The fare for tickets in this quota is not fixed. Higher the demand, higher the fare. As ticket booking increases, the fare also rises, just like airline tickets.
✦ 2. Booking Time (ARP) - Same as for Tatkal. Premium Tatkal tickets open according to the same time and rules as Tatkal tickets.
✦ 3. Online Booking Only (IRCTC E-ticket) - Tickets under this quota can only be booked through the IRCTC website or app. Booking through railway counters or i-ticket (paper ticket) is not allowed.
✦ 4. Agents Cannot Book Tickets - No agent is allowed to book tickets under the Premium Tatkal quota. Only passengers themselves can book tickets using their own ID.
✦ 5. No RAC or Waiting List Allowed - Tickets in this quota will either be fully confirmed or not booked at all. RAC or Waiting List tickets are not issued here.
✦ 6. No Concession Applicable - No type of concession applies to this quota — such as senior citizen, student, differently-abled, or any other category of concession.
✦ 7. Full Fare for Children - If a child between 5 to 12 years takes a berth, full adult fare will be charged. No concession is applicable.
✦ 8. No Refund on Confirmed Ticket Cancellation - If a Premium Tatkal ticket is confirmed and then cancelled, no refund will be provided, regardless of how early it is cancelled. Therefore, finalise your travel plan before booking.
✦ 9. ID Proof Required - The same identity proof (such as Aadhaar, PAN card, Voter ID, etc.) that is used during ticket booking must be carried in original form during the journey.
✦ 10. All Internet Tatkal Rules Apply to PT - All rules of online Tatkal booking (limited tickets per IP, restricted timings, ID rules, payment conditions, etc.) also apply to Premium Tatkal.
Why was Premium Tatkal introduced?
To provide seats to last-minute travellers, even if the fare is higher.
To allow passengers to confirm seats by paying extra when needed.
To control ticket brokers and agents.
To determine appropriate fare based on demand and availability.
Who should book PT tickets?
✔ Those whose travel is urgent and confirmed
✔ Those who need a confirmed seat, even at a higher fare
✔ Those who do not want to depend on agents or counters
✔ Those who are not worried about cancellation or refund
Important precautions
⚠ Book tickets only when your travel date is certain, because no refund will be given.
⚠ Be careful of any agent or private person claiming to provide Premium Tatkal tickets.
⚠ Fill in correct identity details and passenger information while booking.
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