Is ID proof required for railway ticket booking?

While booking the ticket in IRCTC, ID proof is not required. However, while travelling, you need to carry valid identity proof with you. Some of them has been listed like your passport, voter ID, Driving licence, Pan Card, Unique Identification Card “Aadhaar”, m-Aadhaar, e-Aadhaar, etc.

What documents are required for railway ticket?

Following ID cards are considered valid by Indian Railway:

• Aadhar card.
• Voter photo identity card.
• Passport.
• Driving License.
• Pan Card.
• The central/state government issued Photo Identity card.
• Student Identity Card with photograph.
• Nationalized Bank Pass Book with photographs.

What is the fine for Travelling without ID proof in train?

Rs. 250
It has been said that if the person fails to show the identity card then they will be charged with full ticket fare plus a penalty of Rs. 250 but he/she will be able to keep the same berths. According to IRCTC website, The following photo identity cards are considered valid for the journey: 1.

Which is the best photo ID card for Railways?

2. List of acceptable documents as proof of identity, address and date of birth for the purpose of issue/re-issue of photo ID card is enclosed as Annexure. 3. Zonal Railways are requested to ensure effective implementation of the scheme under intimation to this office. i. Aadhaar card/downloaded Aadhaar (e-Aadhaar) ii. Passport iii.

How is a new railway identity card issued?

The new card shall, however, be issued by the concerned authority on verification from their records.

What are the documents and ID cards required in train journey?

The documents like ERS/VRM/SMS and ID Cards required are the same except for the minor changes. Please have a look at them below. The provision for specifying ID proof at the time of booking a Tatkal e-ticket has been started w.e.f. 21-11-2011

What kind of proof of identity do you need for a passport?

Acceptable proof of identity for passport issuance include: Official identification card with photo issued by a state, municipality, or Federally recognized Native American tribe