New Fares for New Tickets
Railways has also revised train fares, effective for tickets booked from 1 July onwards. Tickets booked before this date will remain valid at the old fare; no additional charges or adjustments will be made. The railway’s PRS, UTS, and manual ticketing systems are being updated accordingly.OTP-Based Identification Mandatory from 15 July
Another significant change will be implemented by Indian Railways from 15 July 2025. OTP-based identity verification will be mandatory for booking tickets online or through PRS counters and authorised agents. A one-time password (OTP) will be sent to the mobile number provided during booking; the booking will only be completed after verification of this OTP.New Rules: At a Glance
From 1 July – Only Aadhaar-verified users can book instant tickets through the IRCTC website/app.From 15 July – OTP-based identification will be mandatory for bookings through PRS counters and agents.
Train Fares – Revised fares will be applicable from 1 July; existing tickets will not be affected.