Train journey in India has always been the first choice of people, especially for long distance journey. Indian Railways brings millions of passengers to their destination every year. During summer holidays or festivals, the demand for train tickets increases considerably, which makes it difficult to reservation.
Keeping this in mind, IRCTC and Indian Railways periodically run new trains for the convenience of passengers or changes the rules. Recently, there is news on social media and many news platforms that since 1 May 2025, IRCTC is going to start 13 new trains without ticket reservation. This news has increased both enthusiasm and question among the passengers.
In this article, we will know in detail whether from May 1, 13 trains are going to run without ticket reservation? If yes, then which are these trains, where will they run, and who will benefit from it?
Also, we will know what will be the change in the recent rules by Indian Railways and the impact on the passengers. If you are also planning a train journey or want to know the truth about this news, then this article is for you.
IRCTC Train Reservation New Rule 2025 – Overview Table
| Topic | Acquaintance |
| Name of the scheme | IRCTC Train Reservation New Rule 2025 |
| Date of implementation | 1 May 2025 (according to viral news) |
| Main change | 13 trains without reservation travel (rumor) |
| Real change | Advance Reservation Period reduced 60 days |
| Beneficiary | All train passengers |
| Trains | No confirmation, social media rumor |
| Railway purpose | Passengers ease, transparency in ticket booking |
| reality | No official announcement, rumor |
IRCTC Train Reservation News 2025 – What is the real change?
Recently, Indian Railways has reduced the Advance Reservation Period (ARP) i.e. the period of advance ticket booking from 120 days to 60 days. This means that passengers can now book train tickets only till 60 days ago, earlier this limit was 120 days. This change has come into force from 1 November 2024. Its main objective is to make the ticket booking system more transparent and ensure that Genuine passengers can get tickets.
Important things:
- Now the train ticket will be booked 60 days in advance.
- The tickets already booked will not be affected.
- Booking facility of 365 days will remain for foreign travelers.
- Some express trains (eg Taj Express, Gomti Express) already have low ARP, there has been no change.
From May 1, 13 trains without ticket reservation facility – what is the truth?
The news is becoming viral on social media that from May 1, 13 trains will run in which they can travel without ticket reservation. But no such official announcement has been made by the Indian Railways or IRCTC. Such facility has not been confirmed in the railway website, press release or any government information.
reality:
- Since May 1, no new 13 trains are running without reservation.
- Railways have recently made a change in the Advance Reservation Period, not the facility of travel without tickets.
- The journey without reservation is possible only in unreserved coaches (general box), not in reserved coaches (AC/Sleeper).
New Rules of Indian Railways 2025-Know what revenge?
Advance reservation period (ARP) – 60 days rule
- Now passengers can book a train ticket only 60 days ago.
- This will increase the chances of Genuine passengers getting tickets and will curb ticket brokers.
- This rule is applicable from 1 November 2024.
Strict rules for Waiting List Passengers
- Now passengers with Waiting List Ticket (online or offline) cannot travel in Reserved Coach (AC/Sleeper).
- If someone is caught, Sleeper will be fined ₹ 250 and AC will be fined ₹ 440.
- Passengers with Waiting List can travel only in unreserved coach.
AI based seat allocation system
- Indian Railways has now implemented AI (Artificial Intelligence) based system, making the allocation of seats even more transparent and intensified.
- This has increased the chances of getting confirm ticket by 30%.
- This system allocates the vacant seats after charts to witlisted passengers.
Indian Railway Summer Special Train 2025
Every year, in view of the crowd of passengers in the summer season, Indian Railways runs several special trains. There are many special trains running in 2025 as well, but there is no special facility for the reservation journey without them. General rules also apply in these trains.
List of some major special trains:
| Train number | Name | From where? | Where far | Date of walking |
| 01151/01152 | Mumbai CSMT – Karmali Special | Mumbai csmt | Karmali | 10 April – June 5, every Thursday |
| 01129/01130 | Lokmanya Tilak (T) – Karmali special | Lokmanya Tilak (T) | Karmali | 10 April – June 5, every Thursday |
| 01063/01064 | Lokmanya Tilak (T) – Thiruvananthapuram | Lokmanya Tilak (T) | Thiruvananthapuram | April 3 – May 29, every Thursday |
Note: Reservation is also necessary in these trains, there is no system of travel without tickets.
New rules related to ticket booking – Ticket Booking New Rules
- Now the Advance Reservation Period for ticket booking is just 60 days.
- Waiting list cannot travel in reserved coach.
- The ticket for unreserved coach can be taken from the station or from the UTS App.
- The AI based system has made the seat allocation and sharp and transparent.
Ticket travel without ticket – what is the rule?
- Traveling without tickets is against the rules of the railway.
- If someone is caught in a ticket or reservation reserved coach, then he has to pay heavy fine and travel fare.
- Tickets are also necessary for traveling in Unreserved Coach, which can be taken from the station or UTS APP.
Suggestions for passengers
- Always book tickets before traveling.
- Do not travel in reserved coach with Waiting List ticket.
- Don’t forget to take tickets for traveling in unreserved coach.
- Take information about the train from the official website of the railway or the NTES APP.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Q1: Will 13 trains run without ticket reservation from 1 May 2025?
A: No, no such official announcement has been made. The viral news on social media is rumored.
Q2: What is Advance Reservation Period?
A: This is the period in which you can book a train ticket before traveling. Now it has been reduced to 60 days.
Q3: Can Waiting List travel in reserved coach with tickets?
A: No, now Waiting List can not travel in reserved coach with tickets.
Q4: What to do to travel in unreserved coach?
A: It is necessary to take a ticket from the station or from UTS App to travel in unreserved coach.
Q5: What is AI Based Seat Allocation?
A: This is a new system that has allotted seats and has become transparent and intensified, which has increased the chances of getting confirm tickets.
conclusion
Indian Railways and IRCTC are constantly implementing changes in rules and new techniques for the convenience of passengers. Recently, the Advance Reservation Period has been reduced from 120 days to 60 days and strict rules have been implemented for Waiting List passengers. The news of a ticket reservation journey in 13 trains from 1 May 2025 is completely rumored. Passengers are advised not to get information from the official website or apps of the railway and do not pay attention to the rumors.
Disclaimer:
This article has been written on the basis of viral news on social media and internet. No official announcement of ticket reservation trip has been made by Indian Railways or IRCTC since 1 May 2025. This news is completely rumored. Please get information from the official website of the railway or NTES APP before the journey. Traveling without tickets is against the rules of the railway and it can be fined.
