A ticket can be used within l year of its issue. Validity period is from the date of commencement of first journey up to midnight of the date on which validity expires. The Indrail Pass is neither refundable nor replaceable when lost, stolen or mutilated. A full refund will, however, be given if it is surrendered at the office of issue before commencement of the first rail journey, providing no advance reservations have been made. Advance reservation is essential, particularly on overnight journeys, and arranged through travel agents.
Reservations are on a first come first served basis.
For individuals or small groups a 1 - 2 month notice is normally sufficient. Reservations can be made up to 360 days in advance. The passes can also be purchased at the international airports at Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai. 566565 Mumbai Central Railway Passenger Information Update. Enquiry for Train Arr.