If you frequently book train tickets online, it’s important to understand recent misinformation circulating on social media about booking tickets with different surnames.
False Claims Addressed by IRCTC
Recently, there have been claims on social media suggesting that if the surname of a passenger differs from the person booking the ticket,
they cannot be booked together. IRCTC has clarified that these claims are false and misleading.
IRCTC’s Official Statement
IRCTC has officially stated that you can indeed book train tickets for individuals with different surnames using your IRCTC account.
Whether booking for family, friends, or relatives, you can do so seamlessly through your account, irrespective of surname differences.
Misleading Information Debunked by IRCTC
Contrary to rumors, IRCTC has clarified that these claims are false and misleading.IRCTC has explicitly stated that you can book train tickets for individuals with different surnames.
Whether booking for family, friends, or relatives, all can be done in one go from your IRCTC account, regardless of surname differences.
Booking Guidelines and Limits
IRCTC further elaborated on the booking guidelines:
1) You can book up to 24 tickets per month if your account is linked with Aadhaar.
2) Tickets booked under your personal ID are strictly for personal use and cannot be sold. Selling such tickets is illegal under Section 143 of the Railway Act, 1989.
This clarification ensures that passengers can continue to book tickets conveniently without any restrictions based on surname differences, as incorrectly suggested by social media rumors.
Booking Limits and Aadhaar Linking
You are allowed to book up to 24 tickets per month using your IRCTC account if it’s linked with Aadhaar. Without Aadhaar linking, the limit remains at 12 tickets per month.
