Festive rush hack: Master IRCTC booking with timing, autofill & UPI for confirmed tickets

New Delhi (The Uttam Hindu): Getting a confirmed train ticket during the festive season is a major challenge. During major festivals like Diwali and Chhath, millions of people simultaneously try to book tickets on the IRCTC website or app. Due to this heavy traffic, the server often slows down or even goes down, causing significant difficulties for those seeking confirmed tickets.

If you want to book a confirmed ticket with IRCTC during this festive rush, you'll need to use some smart and safe methods. These methods significantly increase your chances of getting a confirmed ticket.

Log in at the right time:

Logging in at the right time is crucial for booking Tatkal tickets. If you want to book an AC class (2A, 3A, CC) ticket, log in at 10:00 AM sharp. For Sleeper (SL) class tickets, you'll need to log in at 11:00 AM sharp.

Save precious seconds with Autofill

Every second is precious when booking Tatkal tickets. So, don't waste time repeatedly entering passenger details (name, age, etc.). Save all passenger details in advance using the 'Master List' feature on the IRCTC app or website. Using 'Autofill' at the time of booking will help you book your ticket faster.

Keep UPI ready for payment.

Payment is the most crucial step in booking. Sometimes, you've secured a seat, but a failed payment can result in the ticket being lost. To avoid this, keep UPI or your saved cards ready for payment. This will save you from having to enter details during payment and will ensure the transaction is completed quickly.

Choose the official app or partner apps

It's best to use the official IRCTC website (www.irctc.co.in) or the official RailOne app for ticket booking. If you can't use these, you can also use IRCTC's official API partner apps like Confirmtkt or Paytm. These apps show better confirmation probability, and some even offer the option to reserve a confirmed seat for an additional fee.

Fast internet is essential.

Internet speed plays a major role in this race for a confirmed ticket. Try using Wi-Fi or a fast broadband connection instead of mobile data. Also, close any other apps running in the background while booking to ensure better speeds.