IRCTC ticket date calculator
Your journey date. Your booking day.
Use the train’s departure date from its originating station.
Select a journey date to see when booking opens.
Tatkal · 1 day before your journeyAC 10:00 AM · Non-AC 11:00 AM IST
A few things to know
When can I book my train ticket?
General reservations usually open 60 days before the journey date at 08:00 AM IST, excluding the journey day. This train ticket date calculator subtracts 60 calendar days.
How does the IRCTC ARP calculator work?
ARP means advance reservation period. This IRCTC booking date calculator uses the standard 60-day window. Use the departure date at the train’s originating station; some trains have a shorter ARP.
What is the Tatkal booking time?
Tatkal opens one day before departure from the train’s originating station: 10:00 AM IST for AC and 11:00 AM IST for Non-AC. The selected journey date also shows your Tatkal date.
Does a booking date mean seats are available?
No. This IRCTC ticket booking date checker shows when reservations open, not live seat availability. Check availability and train-specific rules on IRCTC.