When does train ticket booking open for 2nd April 2026?

Advance train ticket booking for 2nd April 2026 opens on Sunday, 1st February 2026 at 8:00 AM IST, which is 60 days before journey date.

What if I miss the advance ticket booking for 2nd April 2026?

You can book Tatkal tickets on Wednesday, 1st April 2026 - AC classes at 10:00 AM IST and Sleeper/2S at 11:00 AM IST.

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Train Ticket Booking Opening Date for 2nd April 2026

Q: How do I prepare for booking train ticket on 1st February 2026?

Login to IRCTC at 7:45 AM, have passenger details ready (name, age, gender, berth preference), ensure payment methods are active, keep train number and journey details prepared, and use a stable internet connection.

Q: Is 2nd April 2026 a high-demand travel date?

Yes, this falls on a holiday, which typically sees higher demand. Book as early as possible when booking opens to secure confirmed tickets.

Advance Booking Status

60-day advance reservation

Booking Opens On

Sunday, 1st February 2026

8:00 AM IST

Days Remaining

1

Day to Go

Train tickets for 2nd April 2026 become available exactly 60 days before departure from the train's origin station.

Set a reminder! Ticket booking opens in 1 day. Login at 7:45 AM to be ready.

Tatkal Booking Window

Emergency booking option

If you miss advance booking, Tatkal tickets open 1 day before your journey date on Wednesday, 1st April 2026:

AC Classes (1A, 2A, 3A, CC, EC)

10:00 AM IST

Sleeper & Second Sitting (SL, 2S)

11:00 AM IST

Important: Tatkal tickets have dynamic pricing and limited refunds. Have passenger details and payment ready before booking time.
Aadhar Verification Required: Your IRCTC account must be Aadhar-verified to book Tatkal tickets. Complete verification beforehand to avoid last-minute issues.

High Demand Period Alert

Weekend/Holiday travel warning

This date is marked as a public holiday. Holiday travel experiences extremely high demand on popular routes.

Recommendation: Book on the first day of advance reservation (1st February 2026) at 8:00 AM sharp.

Booking Success Tips

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Login Early

Log into IRCTC 15 minutes before booking opens

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Payment Ready

Keep UPI, cards, and net banking as backups

Alternatives

Check connecting trains or nearby stations

How do I prepare for booking train ticket on 1st February 2026?

Login to IRCTC at 7:45 AM
Have passenger details ready (name, age, gender, berth preference)
Ensure payment methods are active
Keep train number and journey details prepared
Use a stable internet connection

Is 2nd April 2026 a high-demand travel date?

Yes, this falls on a holiday, which typically sees higher demand. Book as early as possible when booking opens to secure confirmed tickets.