Indian Railways Child Ticket Rules: Check rules for children under 5 years of age

Traveling with small children often leads to confusion regarding ticket bookings. Indian Railways has clear guidelines to help parents understand when a child needs a ticket and when they can travel for free. These rules are based on the age of the child and the requirement of a separate berth.

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Can a child under 5 travel for free

According to official policy and statements by ADG Dharmendra Tiwari, children below 5 years of age do not require a ticket if no separate berth or seat is needed. In such cases, the child can travel for free by sharing the seat or berth with an adult. However, if parents want a separate berth for the child, they must pay the full adult fare.

What are the rules for older children

The ticketing rules change as the child grows older. For children aged 5 to below 12 years, parents can choose a half-fare ticket if no separate berth is required. If a separate berth is booked for this age group, the full adult fare is charged. Once a child reaches 12 years of age, they are treated as an adult passenger and must have a full ticket with a separate seat.

Important documents and age calculation

The age of the child is calculated based on the date of the journey. While it is not strictly mandatory for infants, it is recommended to carry a valid age proof. This avoids any issues during ticket checking.

• Birth Certificate: Valid proof of age.
• Aadhaar Card: Accepted for age verification.
• School ID: Useful for children in the 5-12 age bracket.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

क्या 4 साल के बच्चे के लिए टिकट लेना जरूरी है?

नहीं, 5 साल से कम उम्र के बच्चे बिना टिकट यात्रा कर सकते हैं, बशर्ते उनके लिए अलग बर्थ या सीट बुक न की गई हो।

अगर 3 साल के बच्चे के लिए अलग सीट चाहिए तो क्या होगा?

यदि 5 साल से कम उम्र के बच्चे के लिए अलग बर्थ या सीट ली जाती है, तो पूरा वयस्क किराया (Full Adult Fare) देना होगा।