by Yt Ritik
How to create an IRCTC account step by step
Learn how to create an IRCTC account in 2026 with this comprehensive guide. This tutorial covers the complete registration process, from downloading the official IRCTC app to setting up your account and logging in for the first time.
Open Play Store and search for 'IRCTC R Connect'
Install the official government IRCTC app from the search results
Open the installed app and click on the login button in the top right corner
You'll see an alert - click OK to proceed
Click on 'Register User' button
This will redirect you to a new registration page
Enter username, full name, password, email, country code, and mobile number
Choose a memorable username with numbers, as it will be required for future logins
Enter the CAPTCHA code exactly as shown
Match the case (uppercase/lowercase) of the letters in the CAPTCHA
Enter OTP received on mobile and email
Click 'Verify Email and Mobile with OTP' after entering both OTPs
Fill in gender, date of birth, address, PIN code, city, state, and post office
Check both terms and conditions boxes and click submit
Open IRCTC app again and enter your username and password
Fill CAPTCHA and click login button
Create a PIN and optionally enable biometric authentication
Remember your PIN as it will be required for future bookings
Click on 'Train' button and then 'Book Ticket'
Select from, to, departure date, and search for trains