The Online Train Ticket Booking System is a comprehensive web-based application developed to simplify and digitize the process of booking train tickets. In traditional railway ticketing methods, passengers often experience inconvenience due to long queues, manual booking procedures, and lack of real-time information. This project aims to eliminate these issues by providing a digital platform that is efficient, reliable, and accessible 24/7.
This system enables users to register and log in securely, search for trains based on source and destination stations, check real-time seat availability, select travel class (such as Sleeper, AC, General), and make reservations. It includes a secure payment gateway that allows users to pay online using various modes such as debit/credit cards, UPI, or net banking. Upon successful booking, users receive an electronic ticket (e-ticket) along with booking confirmation via email.
Administrators have access to a separate panel where they can manage train details, schedules, routes, fare structures, and monitor overall booking reports. The system ensures dynamic seat allocation and fare calculation based on distance and class, while also allowing users to cancel or modify their bookings if needed.
The application is built using Java and Spring Boot for the backend, MySQL for data storage, and HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, and JavaScript for the frontend interface. The architecture follows a modular and scalable design, making it easy to upgrade or integrate with other services in the future.
Overall, the Online Train Ticket Booking System enhances convenience for passengers, reduces operational load on railway staff, and improves transparency and accuracy in train ticketing. It also supports future enhancements like QR-code-based ticket validation and mobile app integration, making it a future-ready solution for modern railway systems.