Discover how Kolkata's new ticketing system is changing the way you travel

Mobile Based Integrated QR Code Ticketing System has been gaining popularity in Kolkata recently. Around 3.21 lakh passengers have used this alternative mode of ticketing system at different corridors of metro railway, Kolkata for going to their different destinations till October 26. Available data has revealed that this ticketing system is gradually becoming popular among metro commuters. In April 2024, 6616 commuters used this system, whereas September 2024 saw 59362 commuters use it which is an increase of 897% and till 26th October 2024, 220201 passengers used this Mobile QR based system which is an increase of 3328 in comparison to April, 24. Passengers have now been able to travel to any station across these corridors by interchanging through seamless common paid to paid connectivity using the same mobile based QR code tickets by purchasing these from home, office or o­n the go. With the help of this, passengers can avoid the long queues at the booking counters. This paperless ticket remains valid for 12 hours in a single calendar date after purchasing. Now, the commuters no longer need to carry any physical ticket to travel in the Metro. The AFC (Automatic Fare Collection) gates of different stations of Blue Line and Orange Line have been upgraded to support this new ticketing system which reduces the environmental impact of paper usage.