The Kota division in Indian Railways officially implemented a token system for Tatkal booking. The new Tatkal ticket token system started on 23 May 2026. It will replace the unorganized first-come first-serve rush lines.
Now, only passengers who get the token on time will have the opportunity to book Tatkal tickets. So, check when and how to get the token at any station in the Kota division. This move aims to ensure better queue management with transparency.
What is the Token System for Tatkal Ticket Booking in Kota Stations?
After multiple complaints about an unorganized Tatkal ticket booking system, Kota Division introduced a token system. According to Kota Division, passengers can make Tatkal reservations only after possessing the Tatkal token.
This system aims to improve the PRS counter booking for Tatkal tickets. It can improve ticket booking experience and passenger comfort. However, Tatkal token distribution has a certain time limit. So, passengers must check the train schedule and plan for the token accordingly.
Token Distribution Time for Tatkal Booking in Kota
According to the new Tatkal ticket booking rules in Kota, passengers willing to book a ticket must follow the token distribution time.
- Tokens for AC coaches will be distributed between 09:00 AM and 09:25 AM.
- Tokens for non-AC coaches will be available between 09:30 AM and 09:55 AM.
So, passengers must reach the booking office on time, following the token distribution time, and take advantage of transparency in the ticket booking.
Tatkal Ticket Booking Time
It is crucial to know the Tatkal ticket time for AC and non-AC coaches to get the Tatkal ticket on time without last-minute surprises.
- Tatkal booking time for AC coaches starts at 10:00 AM.
- Tatkal reservation time for non-AC coaches starts at 11:00 AM.
Pro Tips: Must check trains between stations for Tatkal quota before booking.
Chart Preparation Time in Indian Railways
Indian Railways has made some recent updates in the chart preparation time. So, each passenger must check the PNR status to get journey details after chart preparation.
- Trains departing between 05:01 AM and 02:00 PM will have first chart preparation time by 09:00 PM on the previous day of scheduled departure.
- For trains departing at 02:01 PM or later but till 05:00 AM, the first chart is prepared at least 10 hours before the scheduled departure.
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