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Indian Railways announced a 3% discount on unreserved tickets booked via the RailOne app using any digital payment method, effective from January 14 to July 14, 2026. This expands beyond the existing 3% R-wallet cashback, aiming to boost digital adoption
About RailOne
- Unified Platform: RailOne consolidates multiple railway services (previously spread across different apps) into one streamlined app.
- Developed by: Indian Railways in collaboration with IRCTC and CRIS (Centre for Railway Information Systems).
- Availability: Free to download on Google Play and Apple App Store.
- Target Users: Daily commuters, short-distance travelers, and long-distance passengers.
Key Features
- Ticket Booking:
- Reserved tickets (like IRCTC).
- Unreserved/general tickets (with digital payment discount).
- Journey Planning: Search trains, schedules, and availability.
- Single Sign-On (SSO): One login for all railway services.
- Additional Services: Train status, meal ordering, and more.
- 3% Discount: On unreserved tickets booked digitally via RailOne (UPI, cards, net banking, etc.) for duration of Jan 14 – Jul 14, 2026.
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