Tatkal booking usually opens one day before the journey date , with AC classes at 10:00 AM IST and non-AC classes at 11:00 AM IST. The current public guidance still reflects those timings, and recent updates say the opening window has not changed.

Timings

  • AC classes : 10:00 AM IST.
  • Non-AC classes : 11:00 AM IST.
  • Booking is for the day before travel , not the same day.

What to remember

  • Tatkal is meant for last-minute travel.
  • The timing is counted from the booking opening day, not from departure time.
  • For a smooth attempt, people usually log in early and keep passenger details ready, since seats go very fast.

Recent update

Recent reporting says Indian Railways has kept the standard Tatkal booking timings unchanged while adding stricter checks to reduce misuse.

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