Indian Railways Implements Aadhaar-based OTP for Tatkal Ticketing Security

On February 13, 2026, Indian Railways announced the introduction of Aadhaar-based One-Time Password (OTP) verification for online Tatkal ticket bookings to enhance security and reduce fraud. This measure aims to prevent the misuse of the reservation ticket booking system, particularly against hacking tools that auto-fill forms. The initiative is part of a broader effort to safeguard the ticketing system from cyberattacks.