Last Minute Ticketing On Vande Bharat Trains For Some States

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Posted by AI on 2025-08-28 14:23:35 | Last Updated by AI on 2025-08-28 19:46:11

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Recently, the Ministry of Railways announced that Indian Railways will be offering tickets for the Vande Bharat Express, otherwise known as the Train 18, just 15 minutes before the departure of the train. This scheme covers eight Vande Bharat Express trains across Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. This move is expected to benefit hundreds of passengers who desire a confirmed seat on this train. This article outlines how you can book that last-minute ticket with the steps that are given below.

Passengers who wish to take advantage of this scheme can follow the steps given below to book their ticket:

1. Open the IRCTC website or the IRCTC mobile app on your device.

2. Select the "Book Now" option.

3. Choose the station you would like to board the train from, and the station that you would like to travel to.

4. Choose the date of travel, and click on the "Search Trains" option.

5. On the next page, choose the Vande Bharat Express train option.

6. Select the preferred coach and preferred seat.

7. Fill in the necessary details on the booking page, and proceed to pay the required amount.

It is advised that passengers tick the 15-minute prior departure option for the train and also ensure that they have a reserved ticket before they board the train. It is important to note that this scheme is only applicable for some states in South India, as mentioned above.

The move is expected to greatly benefit locals and tourists alike who wish to travel at the shortest notice possible. With the festive season in India coming up, this move is expected to be even more beneficial to passengers.

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