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Railway Holidays List 2024: Zonal Wise Holiday Calendar PDF Download

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Railway Holidays List

Zonal-wise Railway Holidays List 2024: Calendar PDF Download

Railway Holidays List PDF Download: The Railway Board has officially released the list of holidays for the year 2024, catering to the diverse needs of railway employees across the nation. This comprehensive list includes national holidays, regional holidays, and various festivals that hold cultural significance. Among the prominent holidays are Republic Day, Independence Day, Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti, and Christmas, which are celebrated with great fervor.

The Department of Personnel and Training has issued an order detailing the Central Government Holidays for the year 2024, applicable to all Central Government Offices nationwide. All zones under the Railway Board typically adhere to these designated holidays. Central Government and Railway Administrative Offices are mandated to observe 14 compulsory holidays, with an additional provision to select 3 holidays from the list of optional holidays, thereby totaling 17 declared holidays listed in the Gazette.

List of Railway Holidays
List of Railway Holidays

Railway Holidays List 2024 Overview

TopicRailway Holiday List
DepartmentRailway Board
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Year2024
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Indian Railway Gazetted Holiday List 2024

List of 17 Central Govt Gazetted Holidays to be observed in Indian Railways during the year 2024

S.No.HolidayDateDay
1Republic Day26.01.2024Friday
2Holi25.03.2024Monday
3Good Friday29.03.2024Friday
4Id.ul.Fitr11.04.2024Thursday
5Ram Navami17.04.2024Wednesday
6Mahavir Jayanti21.04.2024Sunday
7Budha Purnima23.05.2024Thursday
8Id.ul.Zuha (Bakrid)17.06.2024Monday
9Muharram17.07.2024Wednesday
10Independence Day15.08.2024Thursday
11Janmashtami (Vaishnava)26.08.2024Monday
12Milad – un – Nabi or Id – e – Milad (Birthday of Prophet Muhammad)16.09.2024Monday
13Mahatma Gandhi’s Birthday02.10.2024Wednesday
14Dussehra12.10.2024Saturday
15Diwali (Deepavali)31.10.2024Thursday
16Guru Nanak’s Birthday15.11.2024Friday
17Christmas Day25.12.2024Wednesday

Indian Railway Restricted Holiday List 2024

List of 33 Central Govt Restricted Holidays to be observed in Indian Railways during the year 2024.

S.NoHolidayDateDay
1New Year’s Day01.01.2024Monday
2Lohri13.01.2024Saturday
3Makar Sankranti14.01.2024Sunday
4Magha Bihu/ Pongal15.01.2024Monday
5Guru Gobind Singh’s Birthday17.01.2024Wednesday
6Hazarat Ali’s Birthday25.01.2024Thursday
7Sri Panchami, Basant Panchami14.02.2024Wednesday
8Shiva ji Jayanti19.02.2024Monday
9Guru Ravi Das’s Birthday24.02.2024Saturday
10Birthday of Swami Dayananda Saraswati06.03.2024Wednesday
11Maha Shivratri08.03.2024Friday
12Holika dahan24.03.2024Sunday
13Dolyatra25.03.2024Monday
14Easter Sunday31.03.2024Sunday
15Jamat.Ul.Vida05.04.2024Friday
16Chaitra Sukladi / Gudi Padava/ Ugadi / Cheti Chand09.04.2024Tuesday
17Vaisakhi / Vishu13.04.2024Saturday
18Meshadi (Tamil New Year’s Day) / Vaisakhadi (Bengal) / Bahag Bihu (Assam)14.04.2024Sunday
19Birthday of Guru Rabindranath Tagore08.05.2024Wednesday
20Rath Yatra07.07.2024Sunday
21Parsi New Year’s day/ Nauraj15.08.2024Thursday
22Raksha Bandhan19.08.2024Monday
23Ganesh Chaturthi / Vinayaka Chaturthi07.09.2024Saturday
24Onam or Thiru Onam Day15.09.2024Sunday
25Dusshera (Saptami)10.10.2024Thursday
26Dussehra (Mahashtami) / Dussehra (Mahanavmi)11.10.2024Friday
27Maharishi Valmiki’s Birthday17.10.2024Thursday
28Karaka Chaturthi (Karwa Chouth)20.10.2024Sunday
29Naraka Chaturdasi31.10.2024Thursday
30Govardhan Puja02.11.2024Saturday
31Bhai Duj03.11.2024Sunday
31Pratihar Shashthi or Surya Shashthi (Chhat Puja)07.11.2024Thursday
32Guru Teg Bahadur’s Martyrdom Day24.11.2024Sunday
33Christmas Eve24.12.2024Tuesday

Zone-Wise Railway Holidays List 2024

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PRS Counter Holidays and Working Hours 2024

At the Passenger Reservation System (PRS) counters, which are the go-to destination for travelers looking to secure railway tickets based on availability, a team of dedicated ticketing staff stands ready to assist in issuing tickets to ensure passengers secure seats for their desired train journeys. These Indian Railways reservation counters operate like clockwork, opening from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm on Mondays through Saturdays, and from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm on Sundays, offering passengers a wide window of opportunity to plan their travel arrangements with ease and convenience.

Indian Railway Online Ticket Booking Timings and Holidays 2024

Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) offers convenient online ticket booking services with specific timings and guidelines for passengers. The designated booking hours are from 00:20 AM to 11:45 PM Indian Standard Time (IST) daily, including Sundays, ensuring flexibility for travelers. For those eager to secure their seats early, reservations for the opening day can be made post 8.00 AM, allowing ample time for planning and booking. E-Ticket enthusiasts can avail of this service from 00:20 AM to 11:45 PM each day, catering to a diverse range of schedules and preferences.

The Tatkal booking facility, which commences at 10 AM for AC classes and 11 AM for non-AC classes, provides an expedited option for last-minute travel arrangements. The Passenger Reservation System (PRS) counter welcomes passengers from 08 AM to 8 PM for general bookings, offering personalized assistance and guidance. Moreover, the counter operates at specific times for Tatkal bookings, ensuring efficient service for urgent travel needs. Notably, the PRS counter remains accessible even on holidays and Sundays, extending its services from 08:00 AM to 2:00 PM to accommodate varying travel demands.

In an effort to streamline ticket purchases and enhance customer convenience, passengers have the opportunity to book up to 24 train tickets per month upon Aadhaar verification, doubling the standard limit of 12 tickets per month. This verification process aims to ensure secure transactions and promote transparency in bookings. Travelers are encouraged to utilize the Railway Booking Date Calculator for efficient trip planning, enabling them to schedule their journeys in advance with ease. With the option to make bookings up to 120 days prior to the intended travel date, passengers can secure their seats well in advance, optimizing their travel experience and minimizing last-minute uncertainties. The availability of booking dates is contingent upon the originating station’s train departure schedule, emphasizing the importance of strategic planning and timely reservations for a seamless travel experience.