The Ministry of Railways said that the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has launched the beta version of its revamped ticket booking website. This marks the first major redesign of the platform in over two decades. The new portal is now live for users, who can explore its updated interface and share feedback before the final version is rolled out in the coming weeks. The beta version can be accessed through the existing IRCTC website, where a dedicated link has been provided on the homepage.
According to the ministry, the redesign was driven by suggestions received from students of Malaviya National Institute of Technology (MNIT), who interacted with Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and shared feedback on making the website more user-friendly.
The launch comes as part of the Railways' broader effort to modernize its digital ticketing infrastructure and improve the overall booking experience for passengers.
Originally launched in 2002, the IRCTC website currently handles an average of around 14.5 lakh ticket bookings every day. The beta version introduces a cleaner interface, simplified navigation and a more streamlined booking process.
Among the key improvements, the website removes unnecessary captchas, pop-ups, flashing graphics and other distracting elements to make the booking experience smoother.
Seat availability is now displayed across all travel classes, allowing passengers to compare options more easily.
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