Travel together in comfort: Book a whole train or coach with IRCTC | Fusion - WeRIndia

Booking train tickets for a group is often frustrating, especially when everyone wants to sit together.

To solve this, IRCTC now allows passengers to book an entire coach or train under its Full Tariff Rate (FTR) service.

This facility is perfect for large groups, weddings, religious tours, and corporate travel.

It ensures that all members travel in the same space comfortably.

IRCTC offers three types of FTR bookings:

• Railway Coach Charter: Book a single coach with 18 to 100 seats.
• Train Charter: Reserve a full train with 18 to 24 coaches. This includes 2 generator/SLR cars.
• Saloon Charter: Enjoy luxury travel in private saloons with modern amenities. This is the most premium option.

Bookings open six months before the journey and close 30 days prior to departure.

This advanced window gives enough time to plan, coordinate, and make arrangements.

To book online, visit the website. Follow these simple steps:

• Register and verify via OTP.
• Select the charter type: coach, train, or saloon.
• Enter journey details like origin, destination, date, train, and coach details.
• Upload the passenger list and pay the deposit.

Deposit and Conditions

A ₹50,000 per coach deposit is required as Registration Money cum Security Deposit (RMSD). This amount is refundable after the trip, based on the terms and conditions.

Offline Booking Process

• Offline bookings can be made by visiting the Chief Reservation Officer or Station Manager at the origin station or a stop with at least a 10-minute halt.
• Passengers must fill out forms, provide ID proofs, and pay the applicable charges.

IRCTC’s Full Tariff Rate (FTR) service simplifies group train travel by allowing you to book an entire coach or train.

Ideal for weddings, corporate trips, or family holidays, it ensures all members travel together comfortably, making the journey more organised, convenient, and stress-free from start to finish.

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