The claim
As per IRCTC’s new rule, individuals can only book tickets for blood relatives or those with the same surname using personal IRCTC account.
Original review summary
FACTLY reports that IRCTC clarified users may book tickets for friends, family, and relatives regardless of surname, using a valid IRCTC account. Personal accounts are for personal use, and tickets must not be sold for profit.[S1]
Additional context
IRCTC’s clarification was posted on June 25, 2024, and the review says standard users may book up to 12 tickets monthly, or up to 24 if Aadhaar is linked and at least one passenger on each ticket is Aadhaar-authenticated. [S1]
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Sources and attribution
- [S1] FACTLY original review
Original review · Retrieved October 17, 2026