Tatkal Date & Time Calculator
Calculate the expected AC or non-AC Tatkal opening time.
Tatkal Date & Time Calculator: how to use the result
Calculate from the origin date and class
Tatkal planning uses the train’s originating date, not necessarily your boarding date. The calculator applies the usual previous-day opening at 10:00 for AC and 11:00 for non-AC classes, in Indian Standard Time. Confirm that Tatkal is offered for the selected train and class.
Do account checks in advance
Use your own official IRCTC account and follow its current Aadhaar and OTP requirements. Resolve account or mobile-access problems before booking time. RailQ does not authenticate an IRCTC account and should never receive your OTP.
A reminder cannot buy a ticket
Keep the chosen train, class and a usable alternative ready. The tool does not hold inventory or submit payment. If a payment attempt is uncertain, inspect official booking history before paying again.
Official references
Examples are illustrative. If you find an error, send the page address and a source for the correction. Corrections process
Tatkal Date & Time Calculator: official verification
RailQ is an independent travel utility. Live results depend on provider availability, and the official railway record remains the final authority.