{"id":6397,"date":"2025-08-04T14:21:16","date_gmt":"2025-08-04T14:21:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/railtravels.org\/?p=6397"},"modified":"2025-08-04T14:21:16","modified_gmt":"2025-08-04T14:21:16","slug":"irctc-new-rules-for-circular-journey-ticket-first-ac-in-rajdhani-and-duronto-and-ec-class-in-shatabdi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.reilsolar.com\/train\/irctc-new-rules-for-circular-journey-ticket-first-ac-in-rajdhani-and-duronto-and-ec-class-in-shatabdi\/","title":{"rendered":"IRCTC New Rules for Circular journey ticket First AC in Rajdhani and Duronto and EC class in Shatabdi"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Circular journey ticket (CJT) in First AC in Rajdhani and Duronto and EC class in Shatabdi- Issuance<\/strong><\/p>\n

IRCTC New Rules for<\/strong>\u00a0Circular journey ticket First AC in Rajdhani and Duronto and EC class in Shatabdi<\/strong><\/p>\n

Issuance of circular journey ticket (CJT) in First AC in Rajdhani and Duronto and EC class in Shatabdi<\/strong><\/p>\n

GOVERNMENT OF INDIA<\/strong>
\nMINISTRY OF RAILWAYS<\/strong>
\n(RAILWAY BOARD)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Commercial Circular no. 41 of 2025<\/p>\n

F. No. TC-II\/2215\/2025\/CJT\/Misc<\/p>\n

New Delhi, dated 27-08-2025<\/p>\n

Pr. Chief Commercial Managers,
\nAll Zonal Railways<\/p>\n

Sub:\u00a0Issuance of circular journey ticket (CJT) in First AC in Rajdhani and Duronto and EC class in Shatabdi.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ref: Rule no. 205 of IRCA Coaching Tariff No. 26 Part 1 (Volume I).<\/p>\n

Para 4 Rule 205 of IRCA Coaching Tariff. 26 Part 1 (Volume I) states that \u201cIf a passenger travels in Higher class or by higher category of train, he will be required to pay the difference of fares for such distance on point to point basis\u201d. Ministry of Railways have decided that Circular Journey Ticket (CJT) shall now also be permitted in First AC of Rajdhani and Duronto and EC class of Shatabdi trains by paying difference of fare for distance traveled on point to point basis.<\/p>\n

2. However, CJT shall not be admissible in other flexi fare applicable classes of such trains and other trains in which variable fare is applicable.<\/p>\n

3. Necessary action may be taken accordingly.<\/p>\n

(Rohit Kumar)<\/strong>
\nDy. Director Passenger Marketing-III<\/strong>
\nRailway Board<\/strong><\/p>\n

Source: http:\/\/www.indianrailways.gov.in<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s everything you need to know about the new rules (as reaffirmed in 2025)<\/strong> for Circular Journey Tickets (CJT)<\/strong> and how they apply to First AC in Rajdhani\/Duronto<\/strong> and Executive Class (EC) of Shatabdi Express<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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\ud83c\udfab 1. Circular Journey Tickets (CJT) \u2013 Key Features<\/h2>\n
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  • Purpose<\/strong>: CJT allows travel on a looped itinerary (starting and ending at the same station) with up to 8 break-journeys.
    \nReservations for each leg must be booked separately.
    \nGST is applicable at 5%<\/strong> on total fare.
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  • Fare Calculation<\/strong>: Based on telescopic fare rules:\n
      \n
    • Compute total shortest\u2011route distance.<\/li>\n
    • Calculate fare for half that distance.<\/li>\n
    • Multiply by 2.<\/li>\n
    • If any segment exceeds 15% deviation from the shortest route, full point\u2011to\u2011point fare applies.
      \n\ue202cite\ue202turn0search3\ue201<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
      \n

      \ud83d\ude82 2. New Admission for Premium Classes (Circular Journey \u2013 2025 Rule)<\/h2>\n

      As per Railway Board Circular No.\u202f41\/2025 (dated 27\u2011Aug\u20112025)<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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      • CJTs are now permitted<\/strong> in:\n
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        • First AC (1A)<\/strong> coaches on Rajdhani & Duronto Expresses<\/strong>, and<\/li>\n
        • Executive Class (EC)<\/strong> on Shatabdi Expresses<\/strong>,<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
        • Only<\/strong> in these premium classes\u2014not in any other dynamic (flexi\u2011fare) classes like standard 2A\/3A classroom or regular CC.<\/li>\n
        • Fare difference<\/strong> for the premium class segment must be paid on a point\u2011to\u2011point basis if the CJT base allowance is lower.
          \n\ue202cite\ue202turn0search1\ue202turn0search3\ue201<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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          \u2705 Rule Summary Table<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
          Train Type<\/th>\nPremium Class Code<\/th>\nCJT Allowed?<\/th>\nAdditional Fare Needed?<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
          Rajdhani \/ Duronto<\/td>\n1A (First AC)<\/td>\n\u2705 Yes<\/td>\nYes \u2014 difference based on distance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          Shatabdi Express<\/td>\nEC (Executive Class)<\/td>\n\u2705 Yes<\/td>\nYes \u2014 similar fare difference<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          Other classes (2A\/3A\/CC)<\/td>\nNot permitted<\/td>\n\u274c Not allowed under CJT<\/td>\n\u2014<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
          \n

          \u2139\ufe0f Tips & Traveler Notes<\/h2>\n
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          • Not valid<\/strong> for classes under flexi\u2011fare system<\/strong>\u2014these include 2A, 3A, CC, etc., where dynamic pricing applies.<\/li>\n
          • Reservation charges and GST<\/strong> still apply as normal.<\/li>\n
          • Waiting list<\/strong> passengers are no longer allowed in AC\/Sleeper coaches from May 2025 per new rules \u2014 not directly CJT\u2011related but part of passenger policy changes.
            \n\ue202cite\ue202turn0search6\ue201<\/li>\n
          • Food charges (catering)<\/strong>: Complimentary meals in premium trains only apply if you select catering at booking; otherwise, onboard meals cost extra \u20b950 per meal.
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            \ud83d\ude80 In a Nutshell<\/h2>\n
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            • From late 2025 onwards, CJT is permitted in First AC of Rajdhani\/Duronto and EC class of Shatabdi<\/strong>, with the option to upgrade fare by paying additional distance-based premium.<\/li>\n
            • This does not extend<\/strong> to flexi\u2011fare classes\u2014only to those static tariff premium classes.<\/li>\n
            • GST is applicable at 5%<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
            • CJT remains unavailable if your itinerary includes dynamic-fare classes or non\u2011premium coaches.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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              Would you like help in calculating a CJT fare including fare differences, or checking availability for these premium classes via CJT?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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