Trains with included meals:
Always included:
- Rajdhani Express (1A, 2A, 3A) — multiple meals
- Shatabdi Express (CC, EC) — meals + tea
- Vande Bharat (CC, EC) — meals + tea
- Tejas Express — meals + tea
- Duronto Express (most classes) — meals
- Garib Rath (limited)
Not included (paid catering):
- Express / Mail / SuperFast trains
- Most regional / Sampark Kranti / Humsafar (paid catering)
- Sleeper class on most non-premium trains
Catering options on paid trains:
- IRCTC e-catering (book online via IRCTC + Zomato/Swiggy partners)
- Pantry car service (variable quality)
- Station-based food at major halts
- Local vendors (varies)
Check at booking: IRCTC shows meal-inclusive indicator. Look for "Meal included" tag during seat selection.