The Divyang Railway Concession is a major benefit offered by Indian Railways to Persons with Disabilities (PwD/Divyangjan) to ensure affordable long-distance travel. Eligible passengers can now apply for their Divyang concession card, download forms, and use the concession while booking online through the IRCTC website or IRCTC Mobile App.
Table of contents
- 1 🔍 What Is Divyang Railway Concession?
- 2 🧾 Divyang Railway Concession Eligibility
- 3 🧾 Classes Eligible for Concession
- 4 👥 Categories Eligible for Divyang Railway Concession
- 5 🎫 How to Book Divyang Ticket Online (IRCTC)
- 6 🪪 Validity of Railway Concession Card
- 7 📑 Documents Required
- 8 📄 Divyang Railway Concession Form Download
- 9 🏢 Where to Apply Divyangjan card?
- 10 ⭐ Benefits of Divyang Railway Concession
- 11 🔍 Related Topics & Useful Links
- 12 ❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- 13 🏁 Conclusion
🔍 What Is Divyang Railway Concession?
The Divyang Railway Concession allows eligible passengers to travel with significant fare reductions—up to 75% depending on the disability category and class of travel.
This concession applies for both:
- Offline booking at railway counter
- Online booking on IRCTC, once the concession card is registered
🧾 Divyang Railway Concession Eligibility
Only specific disability categories are eligible for concession. As per Indian Railways, the following Divyangjan categories can apply for the issuance or renewal of the Photo ID concession card:
| Eligible Category for Applying | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 1. Person with Visual Impairment | – Total absence of sight, OR – Visual acuity < 3/60 or 10/200 (Snellen’s chart), OR – Field of vision < 10 degrees in the better eye |
| 2. Mentally Retarded Person | Must require escort for travel |
| 3. Person with Combined Hearing & Speech Impairment | Both impairments must exist together |
| 4. Orthopedically Handicapped / Paraplegic Passenger | Must require escort assistance for travel |
These passengers are eligible to receive the Divyang Railway Photo Identity Card, required to avail concession across IRCTC or counter ticket booking
🧾 Classes Eligible for Concession
Concession is allowed in the following travel classes:
| Allowed Classes |
|---|
| Second Seating (2S) |
| Sleeper Class (SL) |
| First Class |
| AC Chair Car |
| AC 3-Tier (3AC) |
| AC 2-Tier (2AC) |
| AC First Class (1AC) |
| Rajdhani / Shatabdi (limited concession) |
📌 Note: Concession is not applicable on Tatkal tickets.
You can read more about this here:
🔗 Tatkal Ticket Rules
👥 Categories Eligible for Divyang Railway Concession
| Category | Concession Allowed |
|---|---|
| Orthopaedic/ Paraplegic (with escort if needed) | 75% in SL/2S/CC/3AC, 50% in 1AC/2AC, 25% in Rajdhani & Shatabdi, 50% in Monthly & Quarterly Pass |
| Persons with Intellectual Disability (with escort) | Same as above |
| Blind passengers (alone or with escort) | 50% concession; escort also eligible |
| Speech & Hearing impaired (combined disability) | 50% in eligible classes; escort also eligible |
🎫 How to Book Divyang Ticket Online (IRCTC)
To book using the concession:
- Login to IRCTC Web or App
- Fill the passenger form exactly as per concession card
Details required:
- Passenger Name
- Age & Gender
- Concession Type
- Railway Concession Card Number
- Date of Birth
- Card Valid-Upto Date
- Select train and class
- Confirm concession and book
📌 The passenger must carry the Divyang Railway Concession Card and original ID during travel.
🪪 Validity of Railway Concession Card
| Disability Type | Validity |
|---|---|
| Temporary Disability | Valid for 5 Years |
| Permanent Disability (Age 26–35 years) | Valid for 10 Years |
| Permanent Disability (Age 35+) | Lifetime Validity |
📑 Documents Required
- Aadhaar or Government ID
- Medical/Disability certificate issued by Government Hospital
- Passport-size photographs
- Completed Divyang Railway Concession Form
- Old concession card (for renewal)
📄 Divyang Railway Concession Form Download
You can get the concession form from:
- Railway Reservation Counter
- DRM Office
- Online format (PDF)
📥 Download here :
🔗 Divyang Railway Concession Form PDF Download
🏢 Where to Apply Divyangjan card?
1️⃣ Online Method
Apply online through the official portal:
https://divyangjanid.indianrail.gov.in/member-registration
Simply fill in the details, upload documents, and complete verification online — no need to visit the railway office initially.
2️⃣ Offline Method
Submit the filled concession form and documents at the nearest Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) Office.
If the applicant has shifted to a new location, the new DRM office will verify the old records before issuing the updated card, which may take up to 2 months
⭐ Benefits of Divyang Railway Concession
- Up to 75% discount on train fare
- Applicable across all railway zones
- Concession available for the escort (in eligible categories)
- Works with online IRCTC booking
- Lifetime concession for many permanent disabilities
🔍 Related Topics & Useful Links
- 🔗 How to Change Boarding Station in IRCTC
- 🔗 Senior Citizen Concession Rules in IRCTC
- 🔗 VIKALP Scheme in Railway
- 🔗 Cancelled Train List Today
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1️⃣ Can Divyang passengers get concession on IRCTC online booking?
👉 Yes. Once the concession card is registered, tickets can be booked online with concession.
2️⃣ Is concession applicable on Tatkal?
👉 ❌ No. Tatkal tickets are not eligible for Divyang Railway Concession.
3️⃣ Can escorts also get concession?
👉 Yes, in eligible disability categories such as blindness, paraplegia, and intellectual disability.
4️⃣ Is concession allowed in Rajdhani or Shatabdi?
👉 Yes, but the concession percentage reduces to around 25% for AC Chair Car and AC 3-Tier.
5️⃣ How long does approval take after submission?
👉 Usually 30 to 60 days, depending on document verification.
🏁 Conclusion
The Divyang Railway Concession is a valuable support system for persons with disabilities, making train travel more affordable and accessible. With online booking support via IRCTC and lifetime validity options, the process is now easier, faster, and more transparent.