IRCTC Update: New and upgraded website to launch by July 15 to speed up ticket booking
Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced on June 11, 2026, that a new IRCTC website will be launched by July 15, 2026. The Minister gave officials a 30-day deadline to develop this platform. This move comes after students from MNIT Jaipur reported problems with the current system during ticket bookings.
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Why is the IRCTC website being changed?
Many passengers, especially students, faced several issues while booking tickets online. The main problems included slow loading speeds, frequent website crashes during Tatkal hours, and difficulties with CAPTCHA verification. The new portal will offer a smoother booking process and a more user-friendly interface to fix these problems.
What other digital updates are coming to Indian Railways?
The government is planning several upgrades to improve the passenger experience. A new modernized platform will replace the 40-year-old Passenger Reservation System (PRS) by August 2026. Additionally, a Date Change Feature will be available from January 2026, allowing passengers to reschedule confirmed tickets without paying cancellation fees.
Key updates at a glance
| Feature/Event | Expected Date/Detail |
|---|---|
| New IRCTC Website Launch | July 15, 2026 |
| PRS System Replacement | August 2026 |
| Date Change Feature | January 2026 |
| Announcement Date | June 11, 2026 |
| Primary Goal | Faster booking and better UI |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
नई IRCTC वेबसाइट कब तक आएगी?
रेल मंत्री अश्विनी वैष्णव के अनुसार, नई और अपग्रेड की गई IRCTC वेबसाइट 15 जुलाई 2026 तक लॉन्च कर दी जाएगी।
नई वेबसाइट से यात्रियों को क्या फायदा होगा?
नई वेबसाइट पर टिकट बुकिंग पहले से तेज होगी और Tatkal बुकिंग के समय होने वाले क्रैश और CAPTCHA जैसी समस्याओं में कमी आएगी।