Have RAC, Tatkal train ticket refund rules changed?

SynopsisIndian Railways has revised ticket cancellation refund rules, effective April 1 and April 15, 2026, to address last-minute cancellations and agent manipulation. The maximum refund window has been extended to 72 hours before departure, while the no-refund window now starts 8 hours prior. Deduction slabs for partial refunds have also been adjusted.ET OnlineHave RAC, Tatkal train ticket refund rules changed? To resolve last-minute train ticket cancellation issues and to curb agent manipulat...