IRCTC and Mobikwik partner to launch e-cash payments for tatkal bookings

MobiKwik has announced its partnership with Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC), a subsidiary of the Indian Railways that handles the catering, tourism and online ticketing operations to power e-cash payments for tatkal bookings.

Instantaneous payments with MobiKwik will help tatkal online in managing the load of over a thousand ticket bookings per minute. The service will also help users in ensuring that their bookings do not get rejected due to payment delays.

Tatkal is a special high demand service that was launched for the benefit of passengers who have to plan their journey at the last moment and cannot secure reserved accommodation. On an average, over 15 per cent daily ticket bookings for Indian Railways happen under tatkal.

MobiKwik payments at tatkal help the service run smoothly and iron out delays in booking. This facility is available at IRCTC website and users can book their tickets between 8 am-12 pm daily.

To book a tatkal ticket with MobiKwik within 2 seconds, users must preload their wallet with the desired amount using netbanking, credit or debit card or cash loading. MobiKwik has cash pick up service in New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Surat and Jaipur. Users can also deposit cash in MobiKwik from 100,000 locations in 10,000 cities. These locations can be seen on nearby tab of MobiKwik app.