New Delhi station code - NDLS

New Delhi railway station code - NDLS

Use station code NDLS when you search trains to or from New Delhi on IRCTC. Entering the code is faster and avoids picking the wrong station with a similar name.

Passengers travelling via New Delhi should use NDLS on IRCTC so the correct station is selected. This code also works for live train status, PNR checks, and enquiry SMS.

How to book a train ticket for New Delhi

1. Open the IRCTC website or app and start a train search.
2. Type NDLS in the From or To box instead of guessing the full station name.
3. Choose your travel date. General quota opens 60 days in advance at 8:00 AM IST (journey date not counted).
4. Use the IRCTC 60 days calculator first so you know the exact morning to book.
5. If general tickets are gone, try Tatkal one day before the journey — AC at 10:00 AM and Sleeper/2S at 11:00 AM.

Train ticket booking from New Delhi

Indian Railways tickets can be booked online on IRCTC or at a railway reservation counter. For New Delhi (NDLS), online booking is usually the fastest way to get a confirmed berth, especially on busy routes and holiday weekends.

Booking tips for New Delhi (NDLS)

• Complete IRCTC profile and Aadhaar authentication before opening day.
• Keep From/To saved as NDLS so search is instant at 8:00 AM.
• If you miss general booking, check the Tatkal calculator for the next window.
• After booking, verify the ticket on the PNR status page.

Need the opening date for your journey from New Delhi? Use the free 60 days advance booking date calculator on RailBookingDate.