Is Aadhaar mandatory for IRCTC booking?
Indian Railways and the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation have implemented digital verification frameworks that tie Aadhaar authentication to specific high-demand ticketing categories. While general train ticket bookings can still be performed without mandatory Aadhaar linking under normal circumstances, linking an Aadhaar number to an IRCTC user profile becomes compulsory for accessing specialized quotas and specific high-demand booking windows, such as certain Tatkal reservation periods and restricted morning slots designed to curb unauthorized automation and agent monopolies. Completing this voluntary or conditional linkage streamlines the passenger master list creation process and expedites verification during peak operational hours. Travelers planning to utilize rapid reservation quotas or secure tickets during high-traffic windows are strongly advised to complete the official digital authentication process through the portal.
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