Railway Ministry launches RailOne app to ease ticket booking
Date : 02nd July, 2025
The RailOne app will consolidate all passenger services into a single platform. Check key features here
The RailOne app features a single sign-on with login via mPIN or biometrics. It also supports existing RailConnect and UTS credentials. UTS is the Indian Railways’ mobile ticketing application, which allows daily train travellers to book unreserved tickets.
RailOne saves space on devices as there is no need to install multiple apps, officials said.
Urging CRIS to focus on further strengthening the digital core of the Indian Railways, Mr. Vaishnaw also commended the CRIS team for the progress made on upgrading the existing Passenger Reservation System (PRS). “The modern PRS will be agile, multilingual, and scalable to handle 10 times the current load. It will be capable of 1.5 lakh ticket bookings and 40 lakh enquiries per minute,” the spokesperson said.
“The new PRS will be inclusive and have advanced functionalities for seat choice and fare calendar, and integrated options for divyangjan (persons with disabilities), students, and patients, etc.,” the Railways’ spokesperson said.
RailOne App: Key features and usage
- With the new RailOne app, the railway is consolidating services at one location and providing users with comprehensive Indian Railway functionalities.
- The new RailOne app is accessible for download on both Android and PlayStore and iOS App Store platforms. You can download the app and login following the given instructions.
- RailOne features a single-sign-on with login via mPIN or biometric.
- It also supports existing RailConnect & UTS credentials for the users.
- The application also includes R-Wallet (Railway e-wallet) functionality as well. Thus, The RailOne initiative aims to bring India’s massive rail network under a single digital roof.
Major changes in Indian Railways effective From July 1
- Effective July 1, the Ministry has mandated the use of Aadhaar-verified IRCTC IDs for booking tatkal and emergency tickets. This move aims to prevent misuse of the system by IRCTC partner agents who frequently book tickets in bulk, often leaving genuine passengers unable to secure reservations.
- Another significant update in railway services is the revision of the first reservation chart timing. Going forward, the chart will be prepared eight hours before the train’s scheduled departure, replacing the earlier practice of preparing it four hours in advance.
- In addition, Indian Railways has announced a slight adjustment to its current train fares. As per the new structure, fares for non-AC Mail and Express trains will increase by ₹0.01 per kilometre, while AC class fares will see a hike of ₹0.02 per kilometre. However, this revision will not impact suburban fares, second-class tickets for journeys under 500 km, or monthly season tickets.
