Railways revises passenger train base fares effective July 1: Check here

Revised fares for passenger, express, and premium trains take effect from 1 July; suburban fares and other charges remain unchanged as Railways updates ticketing systems

In a step aimed at simplifying fare structures and improving the financial health of passenger services, the Ministry of Railways has announced a rationalisation of base fares for passenger trains. The new fares will come into effect from 1 July 2025, based on the updated Passenger Fare Table issued by the Indian Railway Conference Association (IRCA).

 

For ordinary non-AC classes on non-suburban trains, the adjustments are as follows:

 

*  Second Class: Fares will rise by half a paisa per kilometre, with the following conditions:

 

-  No increase for distances up to 500 km