IRCTC Ticket Date Calculator
Indian Railways opens advance reservations 60 days before your journey. Enter your travel date below and instantly see the exact day booking opens — at 8:00 AM IST — so you never miss the rush.
IRCTC Ticket Date Calculator
Assuming the train departs its originating station on that date.
Use the date the train starts from its first station.
General quota opens 60 days before the journey (the journey date is not counted) at 8:00 AM IST. Tatkal opens one day before travel. This is an independent planning tool — always confirm on the official IRCTC website.
When Does IRCTC Booking Open?
Different quotas open at different times. The calculator above covers the general (ARP) quota; the table below is a quick reference for the rest.
| Booking type | Opening time | When it opens |
|---|---|---|
| General / ARP quota | 8:00 AM IST | 60 days before journey (journey date excluded) |
| Tatkal — AC classes | 10:00 AM IST | 1 day before journey |
| Tatkal — Sleeper / Non-AC | 11:00 AM IST | 1 day before journey |
| Foreign Tourist quota | Counter / agent | Up to 365 days before journey |
How the 60-Day Rule Works
The Advance Reservation Period (ARP) is the window during which you can book a train ticket before travelling. As of 1 November 2024 the standard ARP is 60 days, excluding the date of journey— reduced from the earlier 120-day window. To find your booking date, simply subtract 60 days from your travel date.
Travelling on 15 July 2026? Counting back 60 days lands on 16 May 2026. Booking opens that morning at 8:00 AM IST, including Sundays and public holidays.
- The journey date itself is not counted in the 60 days.
- Use the date the train departs its originating station— important for trains that cross midnight.
- Popular routes can sell out within minutes — log in a few minutes before 8:00 AM and keep your passenger details saved in the IRCTC Master List.
Tips to Book Successfully
Be ready before 8:00 AM
Log in 5–10 minutes early. The first few minutes after opening decide whether you see Available, RAC, or Waiting List.
Save passenger details
Pre-save travellers in the IRCTC Master List and keep a fast payment method (UPI or saved card) ready to finish before stock runs out.
Set a reminder
Use the “Add reminder to Google Calendar” button above so you get an alert on the exact morning booking opens.
Have a backup plan
If the general quota sells out, check Tatkal the day before travel (10:00 AM AC, 11:00 AM Sleeper) or alternative trains and dates.
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