IRCTC beta website's Tatkal ticket bookings up by 5% in first 3 minutes

The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) said that its beta website has increased Tatkal ticket booking success by 5% per cent during the crucial first three minutes after bookings open. Launched on July 15, 2026, the beta version of IRCTC’s new website aims to provide passengers with a faster, smoother and more user-friendly train ticket booking experience.

IRCTC's new beta website comes with a sleek, contemporary look inspired by global design trends, offering passengers a more engaging experience from login to ticket confirmation.

“With this upgrade, passengers can now enjoy a more structured and easily digestible presentation of information, guiding them effortlessly through their booking process,” IRCTC said.

According to IRCTC data comparing the first and second fortnights of the month, the new IRCTC beta website has improved the speed of ticket bookings.

The platform recorded more than a 5 per cent increase in Tatkal bookings completed within the first 3 minutes, while bookings completed within the 5-minute window increased by 3 per cent. The 30-minute booking window also saw a rise of over 2 per cent, showing faster completion of ticket bookings.

“Based on constructive feedback by users, IRCTC has significantly reduced interruptions such as repetitive CAPTCHAs and intrusive pop-up messages. The new website ensures a smooth, seamless digital journey, allowing passengers to focus solely on their booking tasks without unnecessary disruptions,” the railway PSU added.