Train Ticket Booking Opening Date for 26th December 2026
Advance Booking Status
60-day advance reservation
Booking Opens On
Tuesday, 27th October 2026
8:00 AM IST
Days Remaining
43
Days to Go
Train tickets for 26th December 2026 become available exactly 60 days before departure from the train's origin station.
Set a reminder! Ticket booking opens in 43 days. 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 Friday, 25th December 2026:
AC Classes (2A, 3A, 3E, CC, EC)
Sleeper, First Class & Second Sitting (SL, FC, 2S)
Aadhar Verification Required: Your IRCTC account must be Aadhar-verified to book Tatkal tickets. Complete verification beforehand to avoid last-minute issues.
First AC (1A) has no Tatkal quota — it can only be booked under the general 60-day window.
High Demand Period Alert
Weekend/Holiday travel warning
This journey date falls on a Saturday (weekend). Weekend travel typically sees increased demand.
Booking Success Tips
Maximize your chances
- Christmas-New Year creates 10-day ultra-peak period (Dec 20-Jan 2)
- Goa routes are most competitive - book earliest possible
- School holidays mean family travel throughout December
- Hill stations see high demand - Shimla, Manali, Darjeeling routes busy
- Book entire vacation trip together to ensure seats
- Corporate year-end holidays add to demand
Login Early
Log into IRCTC 15 minutes before booking opens
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Alternatives
Check connecting trains or nearby stations
Additional Information
Special notes for this date