IRCTC Aadhaar Linking - How to Link Aadhaar with Your IRCTC Account?

Linking your Aadhaar with your IRCTC account makes ticket booking easier and allows you to book 12 tickets in a month. However, you can book 24 tickets per month if your account is linked with Aadhaar and atleast one passenger on the ticket is Aadhaar-verified. IRCTC Aadhaar link can be easily completed on the IRCTC website. 

Continue reading this article to know how to link Aadhaar with IRCTC account, how to add and select passengers while booking tickets and the benefits of Aadhaar authentication for Indian railway travellers.

How to Link Aadhaar with IRCTC Account?

Users can complete the IRCTC Aadhaar link process online before finalising the ticket booking. Here is a detailed step-by-step guide to follow to link an Aadhaar number with an IRCTC account:

Step 1: Go to the IRCTC official website.

Step 2: From the Menu, click ‘Login’. Enter the ‘User ID’, ‘Password’ and Captcha Code and click ‘Sign In’.

Step 3: From the Menu, click the ‘My Account’ tab and choose the option ‘Authenticate User’.

Step 4: Enter your Aadhaar Number or Virtual ID and click on the ‘Verify details and receive OTP’ button.

Step 5: Enter the OTP, click on the consent form and click on ‘Submit’.

A confirmation message will be displayed on the screen upon successful authentication of your Aadhaar number.

Requirements for IRCTC Aadhaar Link

Before linking your IRCTC account with your Aadhaar card, keep the below details ready with you: 

• IRCTC account details (User ID and password). 
• Aadhaar card number.
• Aadhaar-registered mobile number to receive OTP.

How to Add Aadhaar-Verified Passengers in IRCTC?

Adding a passenger with an Aadhaar-verification is crucial as you can book 24 tickets when there is atleast one passenger who is Aadhaar-verified. Follow the detailed step-by-step guide for successful booking of tickets with the Aadhaar-verified passengers:

Step 1: Go to the IRCTC official website.

Step 2: From the Menu, click ‘Login’. Enter the ‘User ID’, ‘Password’ and Captcha Code and click ‘Sign In’.

Step 3: Navigate to ‘My Profile’ under the ‘My Account’ tab on the homepage.

Step 4: Click on ‘Add/Modify Master List’ from the drop-down menu.

Step 5: On the next page, provide all necessary details of the new passengers, such as date of birth, gender, berth preference, catering service option, senior citizen concession (if applicable) and ID card type as ‘Aadhaar’. Enter the Aadhaar number under the ID card number and click ‘Submit’.

Step 6: All new passengers get added, and it is consequently reflected in the ‘Master List’ and can be viewed in the ‘Saved Passenger List’. 

Step 7: Click on ‘Click here to check pending Aadhaar Verification Status’ to authenticate the Aadhaar details of the passengers.

If the details of the passangers are correct, the verification status will automatically change to ‘Verified’ and you will be able to see a success alert on the screen.

How to Select Aadhaar-Verified Passenger During Ticket Booking?

Here is a detailed guide to follow for selecting an Aadhaar-verified passenger during the booking of tickets:

Step 1: Log in to the IRCTC official website using your IRCTC credentials and search for trains by entering details such as departure and arrival stations, dates and train class.  

Step 2: From the given list, choose the most appropriate train based on timing, class and seat number. Then, click on ‘Book Now’. 

Step 3: Next, click on ‘Passenger name’ and select the Aadhaar authenticated passenger from the list.

Step 4: The booking window automatically fetches the relevant information of the passenger. Add the details of the other passengers and continue the booking process.

Step 5: Review the booking details and proceed to payment.

Step 6: Select the payment method and click ‘Pay & Book’.

Upon successful payment status, the booking confirmation details will be displayed on the screen. 

Benefits of IRCTC Aadhaar Linking

• Effortless Train Ticket Booking: When you link your Aadhaar with IRCTC, your verified details are stored and retrieved when needed.
• Higher Monthly Ticket Limit: If your Aadhaar card isn't linked to IRCTC, users can book only 6 e-tickets per month. After linking Aadhaar, the limit increases to 12 e-tickets, making it suitable for families or people who travel frequently. The limit further increases to 24 e-tickets per month, if the IRCTC account is linked with Aadhaar and one of the passengers is an Aadhaar-verified passanger. 
• No Repeated Aadhaar Verification: Once your Aadhaar is linked with IRCTC, you won’t need to constantly verify your details.
• Access to Additional Benefits: If your Aadhaar is linked with IRCTC, you'll get access to certain privileges, like quicker Tatkal booking experience.

Linking your Aadhaar card with your IRCTC account is a one-time process that allows you to book more tickets in a month with a smooth booking experience. You can complete the entire process of IRCTC Aadhaar link by logging in to the IRCTC website and enjoy seamless ticket booking for all your train journeys.

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