Creating a new account on the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) website is a straightforward process. IRCTC is the official online portal for Indian Railways, where you can book train tickets, check train schedules, and more. Here's a step-by-step guide to creating a new account on IRCTC:
Visit the IRCTC Official Website:
- Open your web browser and go to the official IRCTC website. The URL is https://www.irctc.co.in/.
Click on "Register":
- On the IRCTC homepage, locate and click on the "Register" link. This is usually found near the "Login" button.
Fill in the Registration Form:
- You will be redirected to the registration page. Fill in the required information, including:
- User ID (Choose a unique username)
- Security Question and Answer (for account recovery)
- Personal Details (Name, Gender, Date of Birth)
- Occupation, Marital Status, and Nationality
- Address (You need to provide a valid mobile number, which will be verified during the registration process.)
- You will be redirected to the registration page. Fill in the required information, including:
Enter the Captcha:
- Solve the CAPTCHA to prove that you are not a robot.
Accept Terms and Conditions:
- Read the terms and conditions, and if you agree, check the box to accept them.
Click on "Next":
- After filling in all the required details, click on the "Next" button.
Verify Your Mobile Number:
- You will receive an OTP (One-Time Password) on the mobile number you provided. Enter the OTP in the designated field to verify your mobile number.
Email Verification:
- Provide a valid email address. An email containing a link for email verification will be sent to this address. Click on the link to verify your email.
Complete Registration:
- Once your mobile number and email are verified, you will be successfully registered on IRCTC. You can now log in to your account using the user ID and password you created.
Login and Set Password:
- After registration, log in with your user ID and password. The system may prompt you to set a new password.
Complete Your Profile:
- Once logged in, you can complete your profile by adding additional details if needed.
Congratulations! You've successfully created an IRCTC account, and now you can use it to book train tickets, check schedules, and avail other services provided by the Indian Railways. Keep your login credentials secure and enjoy the convenience of online railway bookings.
