In a landmark step towards passenger convenience, the Indian Railways is preparing to launch an online system that will allow passengers to change the date of their confirmed train tickets without having to cancel and rebook.

The service, set to begin in January 2026, will let travellers reschedule journeys directly through the IRCTC platform.

Major Relief for Passengers Facing Last-Minute Changes

Until now, passengers had no option but to cancel their ticket and buy a new one if their travel plans changed. This often meant losing a significant portion of the fare as cancellation charges, depending on how close to departure the cancellation occurred.

Under current rules, cancellations made 48 to 12 hours before departure attract a 25 per cent deduction, and the amount increases further

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