Tatkal ticket booking rules changed from today: Find out how to get tickets at counters and online now..

There is crucial news regarding Tatkal tickets for the millions of passengers who travel via Indian Railways. Effective August 1, 2026, the Railways has introduced significant changes to the Tatkal ticket booking process to enhance transparency and passenger convenience.

To eliminate the long queues and jostling at reservation counters, the Railways has implemented a new token system. Additionally, digital verification measures have been tightened to curb the black marketing of online tickets.

**Tokens for Tatkal Tickets: No More Long Queues**