Day 28 INFORMATION ABOUT REFUND RULES AFETR CANCELLATION OF TICKETS #ytshorts #shorts #tranding

Refund rules for railway tickets vary by country and the type of ticket purchased. Below are the general refund policies for **Indian Railways**, which can be similar to those of other national rail systems but may differ based on specific regulations. *Refund Rules for Indian Railways (General Guidelines):* 1. *Refund for Confirmed Tickets (Non-AC and AC Classes):* **Before the scheduled departure of the train**: *Up to 48 hours before departure**: A refund of **up to 90%* of the ticket price (minus any service charges) is allowed. *Between 48 hours to 12 hours before departure**: A refund of **50%* of the ticket price is allowed. *Within 12 hours of departure**: A **no refund* is typically allowed unless the train is canceled or rescheduled by the railway. 2. *Refund for Tatkal Tickets:* Tatkal tickets are generally **non-refundable**. However, if the train is canceled, or if you are not able to board the train due to reasons like the train being delayed by more than 3 hours, you can get a refund. A *partial refund* might be given for Tatkal tickets under special circumstances like the train being rescheduled or canceled by Indian Railways. 3. *Refund for Waiting List Tickets:* *Before chart preparation**: If your waiting list ticket is not confirmed before the train departs, you can get a **full refund* if canceled before the chart preparation. *After chart preparation**: If the waiting list ticket remains unconfirmed after the chart preparation, the refund will be **100%* if canceled before departure. If you cancel it after departure, there is typically **no refund**. 4. *Refund for Canceled Train:* If the train is *canceled by Indian Railways**, passengers are eligible for a **full refund* of the ticket amount. You can get the refund regardless of whether it was a confirmed or waiting list ticket. 5. *Refund for Train Delays:* If the train is delayed by more than *3 hours* (as per the rules), you may be eligible for a *refund* if you choose not to board the train or opt for alternative arrangements. 6. **Online Ticket Refund (IRCTC)**: For tickets booked online through **IRCTC**, the refund is processed automatically if the ticket is canceled before the train’s departure. A processing fee may apply for certain cancellations. 7. **Refund for Return Tickets**: If a return journey is part of a booking and you cancel only one leg, the refund will be calculated for that leg of the journey based on the cancellation rules. 8. **Refund for Tickets with Special Conditions**: **Senior citizens, military personnel**, and other categories may have specific refund rules, often with some discount or higher flexibility. *How to Claim a Refund:* Refunds for tickets canceled online through *IRCTC* are usually processed automatically to the original mode of payment. **For tickets booked at railway stations**, refunds are generally processed at the station or via the PRS (Passenger Reservation System) counters. A *refund application* needs to be filled out if you're seeking a refund due to issues like train delays, cancellations, or other special circumstances. *Important Notes:* *Service charges* may not be refundable. Refunds are subject to the rules in place at the time of ticket booking, and each station/zone may have slightly different processing times. Be sure to consult the *Indian Railways* website or the specific train operator's terms and conditions for precise information relevant to your situation. #ytshorts #shorts #shortsfeed #railwaystation