Train ticket concessions available in India

Concessions exist for: persons with disabilities (50-75% off), war widows, certain medical patients (cancer, TB, dialysis), athletes, and students under specific schemes. Senior citizen concession is currently suspended.

Currently active concessions:

Persons with Disabilities (PwD)

  • 50% in II class, 50% in 3A/SL with attendant
  • Up to 75% with required certificates
  • Apply with PwD certificate at booking

Medical patients (with hospital certificate)

  • Cancer patients: 75% in 1A/2A; 100% in II/SL
  • TB / Lupus / Hemophilia / Thalassemia patients: 75%
  • Heart / Kidney / Cancer treatment travel: concessions vary

War widows / Police medal awardees / Gallantry awardees

  • Up to 75%

Athletes / Coaches (with federation letter)

  • 50% in II / SL

Students (specific schemes)

  • Quarterly concessional season tickets for students travelling between home and school/college

Suspended (since March 2020):

  • Senior citizen concession (60+ men, 58+ women)

All concessions need valid documentation at boarding.

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