Indian Railways Guidelines for Reserved Train Travel and Concession Quotas

Identity Proof Requirement:
- When traveling in a reserved class of a train, at least one passenger booked on the ticket must carry original prescribed proof of identity.
- Failure to produce valid ID can result in the passenger(s) being treated as traveling without a ticket and charged accordingly.
Concessions and Quota Reservations:
- Indian Railways provides fare concessions and reservation quotas for various categories such as:
  - Senior Citizens
  - Divyangjan (persons with disabilities)
  - Pregnant Women
  - Other eligible groups
- Passengers availing any concession or quota must:
  - Produce original proof of eligibility during ticket booking and/or during the journey.
  - Carry the concession certificate or relevant document while traveling.
Specific Cases:
- Pregnant Women booking under the Senior Citizen Quota must produce a certificate from a registered doctor confirming pregnancy.
- Senior Citizens must carry proof of age (e.g., a government-issued ID with date of birth).
- Divyangjan (disabled passengers) must carry the appropriate disability certificate to avail the special quota or concession.

The information provided in this blog post is based on circulars and guidelines issued by Indian Railways as of the time of writing. Rules, policies, and procedures are subject to change by the railway authorities without prior notice. Passengers are advised to verify the latest updates from official Indian Railways sources or consult railway staff before their journey. This post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or official advice.