{"id":3631,"date":"2024-02-16T21:02:48","date_gmt":"2024-02-16T21:02:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zoopindia.com\/blog\/?p=3631"},"modified":"2024-03-19T18:56:44","modified_gmt":"2024-03-19T18:56:44","slug":"irctc-login-id-create-new-account","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zoopindia.com\/blog\/irctc-login-id-create-new-account","title":{"rendered":"Create IRCTC Account: Steps by Steps IRCTC Sign Up &#038; IRCTC Login ID Verifications"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zoopindia.com\/blog\/irctc-login-id-create-new-account\/#Create_IRCTC_Account\" title=\"Create IRCTC Account\">Create IRCTC Account<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zoopindia.com\/blog\/irctc-login-id-create-new-account\/#Unlock_hassle-free_travel_with_IRCTC\" title=\"Unlock hassle-free travel with IRCTC\">Unlock hassle-free travel with IRCTC<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zoopindia.com\/blog\/irctc-login-id-create-new-account\/#IRCTC_new_account_create_Simple_steps_to_follow\" title=\"IRCTC new account create: Simple steps to follow:\">IRCTC new account create: Simple steps to follow:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zoopindia.com\/blog\/irctc-login-id-create-new-account\/#Visit_the_Official_Website_or_Authorized_Platform\" title=\"Visit the Official Website or Authorized Platform\">Visit the Official Website or Authorized Platform<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zoopindia.com\/blog\/irctc-login-id-create-new-account\/#Fill_Account_Information_Section\" title=\"Fill Account Information Section\">Fill Account Information Section<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zoopindia.com\/blog\/irctc-login-id-create-new-account\/#Fill_Personal_Information_Section\" title=\"Fill Personal Information Section\">Fill Personal Information Section<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zoopindia.com\/blog\/irctc-login-id-create-new-account\/#Add_Address_Details_Section\" title=\"Add Address Details Section\">Add Address Details Section<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zoopindia.com\/blog\/irctc-login-id-create-new-account\/#Verification_and_Submission\" title=\"Verification and Submission\">Verification and Submission<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zoopindia.com\/blog\/irctc-login-id-create-new-account\/#FAQ_Related_to_IRCTC_account\" title=\"FAQ Related to IRCTC account-\">FAQ Related to IRCTC account-<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zoopindia.com\/blog\/irctc-login-id-create-new-account\/#Q1_What_details_are_required_to_sign_up_for_a_new_IRCTC_account\" title=\"Q1. What details are required to sign up for a new IRCTC account?\">Q1. What details are required to sign up for a new IRCTC account?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zoopindia.com\/blog\/irctc-login-id-create-new-account\/#Q2_Can_I_log_in_to_IRCTC_using_my_social_media_account\" title=\"Q2. Can I log in to IRCTC using my social media account?\">Q2. Can I log in to IRCTC using my social media account?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zoopindia.com\/blog\/irctc-login-id-create-new-account\/#Q3_If_I_forgot_my_IRCTC_username_or_password_How_can_I_recover_it\" title=\"Q3. If I forgot my IRCTC username or password. How can I recover it?\">Q3. If I forgot my IRCTC username or password. How can I recover it?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Create_IRCTC_Account\"><\/span>Create IRCTC Account<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are a frequent traveller or a tourist in India, you might have heard of IRCTC, which stands for Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation. IRCTC is a subsidiary of Indian Railways, and it is responsible for providing online ticketing, catering, tourism, and other services to the railway passengers. IRCTC is one of the largest e-commerce platforms in India, with over <strong>8 million daily users<\/strong> and <strong>30 million monthly users.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Unlock_hassle-free_travel_with_IRCTC\"><\/span>Unlock hassle-free travel with IRCTC<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most popular and useful services offered by IRCTC is online train ticket booking. With an IRCTC account, you can book train tickets online from the comfort of your home or office, without having to visit the railway station or a travel agent. You can also check the availability of seats, fares, routes, schedules, and other information related to your train journey. You can also cancel or modify your tickets, <strong>check your PNR status<\/strong>, and access other IRCTC services, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zoopindia.com\/e-catering\"><strong>IRCTC e-catering<\/strong><\/a>, e-wheelchair, e-bedroll, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IRCTC Login ID Create New Account is easy and free, and it only takes a few minutes. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to create an IRCTC account and<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">start booking train tickets online.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"IRCTC_new_account_create_Simple_steps_to_follow\"><\/span><span class=\"___SText_t9cd5-ko_\" data-ui-name=\"Link.Text\">IRCTC<\/span><span class=\"___SText_t9cd5-ko_\" data-ui-name=\"Link.Text\"> new account create<\/span>: Simple steps to follow:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To create an IRCTC account, you need to have a valid mobile number and email id, and follow these steps:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visit_the_Official_Website_or_Authorized_Platform\"><\/span>Visit the Official Website or Authorized Platform<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit the official website of IRCTC, www.irctc.co.in, or an authorized platform like RailYatri, and click on the \u201cSign Up\u201d or \u201cCreate New User\u201d option. This will take you to the registration form where you need to enter your account information, personal information, and address details.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fill_Account_Information_Section\"><\/span>Fill Account Information Section<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the account information section, you need to choose a username that is between 3 and 35 characters long, and contains only upper-case, lower-case letters and numbers. You also need to enter a password that is at least 8 characters long, and contains at least one upper case letter, one lower case letter, one number, and one special character. You also need to select a security question and answer that you can use to reset your password in case you forget it. You also need to enter your contact number and email id, which will be used to verify your account and send you booking details. You can also opt for Aadhaar verification, which is optional but can give you some benefits like a higher booking limit and faster refunds.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fill_Personal_Information_Section\"><\/span>Fill Personal Information Section<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the personal information section, you need to enter your full name, gender, date of birth, occupation, marital status, and nationality. You also need to enter your PAN card number, if you have one, and your GSTIN, if you want to claim GST benefits on your bookings. You also need to select your preferred language for communication, and your food preferences, if any.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Add_Address_Details_Section\"><\/span>Add Address Details Section<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the address details section, you need to enter your state, city, locality, pin code, and complete address. You also need to enter an alternate mobile number and email id, which can be used in case your primary contact details are not reachable. You can also enter your office address, if you want to.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Verification_and_Submission\"><\/span>Verification and Submission<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After filling all the required fields, you need to accept the terms and conditions of IRCTC, and click on \u201cSubmit\u201d or \u201cVerify Account\u201d. You will receive a verification code on your registered mobile number and email id. Enter the code to verify your account. Your IRCTC account is now created successfully. You can use it to book train tickets online, check PNR status, cancel or modify tickets, and access other IRCTC services.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>To verify your account, follow these steps:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Check your mobile number<\/strong> and email id for the verification code sent by IRCTC. The code will be a 6-digit number, and it will be valid for 24 hours.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Enter the code<\/strong> in the verification page on the IRCTC website or the authorized platform. Click on \u201cVerify Mobile Number\u201d or \u201cVerify Email Id\u201d to complete the verification process.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have <strong>entered the correct code<\/strong>, you will see a confirmation message on the screen. Your IRCTC account is now verified and ready to use.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Creating an IRCTC account is a simple and convenient way to book train tickets online and access other IRCTC services. You just need to follow the steps mentioned above, and you can create your account in a few minutes. With an IRCTC account, you can enjoy the following benefits:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can <strong>book train tickets online<\/strong> from anywhere and anytime, without having to visit the railway station or a travel agent.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can check the availability of seats, fares, routes, schedules, and other information related to your train journey.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can cancel or modify your tickets, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zoopindia.com\/check-pnr-status\"><strong>check your PNR status<\/strong><\/a>, and access other IRCTC services, such as e-catering, e-wheelchair, e-bedroll, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also avail discounts, rewards, and other offers from IRCTC and its partners.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ_Related_to_IRCTC_account\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FAQ Related to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IRCTC account-<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q1_What_details_are_required_to_sign_up_for_a_new_IRCTC_account\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Q1. What details are required to sign up for a new IRCTC account?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The required details for creating a new IRCTC account are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Valid Username<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mobile number<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Email ID<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Security Question &amp; Answer<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personal information<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complete address<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q2_Can_I_log_in_to_IRCTC_using_my_social_media_account\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Q2. Can I log in to IRCTC using my social media account?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, you are unable to access IRCTC using your social network account. At this time, IRCTC only permits access through a username and password that were coded especially for the IRCTC platform.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q3_If_I_forgot_my_IRCTC_username_or_password_How_can_I_recover_it\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Q3. If I forgot my IRCTC username or password. How can I recover it?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can recover your IRCTC Username or password by using the &#8220;Forgot username&#8221; or &#8220;Forgot password&#8221; options on the IRCTC website. To get an OTP or recovery link, you&#8217;ll need to provide your registered email address or mobile number.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We hope this article has helped you create an <strong>IRCTC account and start booking train tickets online<\/strong>. If you have any questions or feedback, please feel free to leave a comment below.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Read here-<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zoopindia.com\/blog\/tatkal-ticket-booking-timings-charges-for-ac-or-non-ac-trains-tickets\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"><strong>Tatkal Ticket Booking Timings &amp; Charges for AC or Non-AC Trains<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><strong>\u2728Happy Traveling!\u2728<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Struggling to create an IRCTC account? 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