Indian Railways is set to implement a small fare increase starting 1 July 2025, marking the first comprehensive hike in five years. This adjustment aims to raise revenue while keeping the impact on passengers minimal. Notably, suburban commuters and monthly pass holders will not see any changes in their fares.

Fare Adjustments

The fare hike will apply solely to non-suburban travel. For ordinary second class journeys over 500 km, there will be an increase of 0.005 paise per kilometre. Non-AC Mail and Express classes will see a rise of 1 paisa per kilometre, while AC classes such as Chair Car, 3AC, 2AC, and 1AC will experience an increase of 2 paise per kilometre.

There will be no fare changes for suburban services, second-class travel up to 500 km, monthly season tickets (MST), or platform tickets. This decision ensures that most short-distance travellers remain unaffected by the fare adjustments.

According to a railway official, “As compared to the previous fare revisions in 2020 and 2013, the current increase will be the lowest. As far as suburban train and monthly season tickets are concerned, it has been decided not to increase any fare in the interest of daily commuters.”