IRCTC App Not Working?
Corporation (IRCTC) app to book train tickets. It is far more convenient than the traditional ways of getting train tickets. Many users have reported the IRCTC app not working, so if you are facing issues with the IRCTC app, this guide is for you.
In this article, we will discuss the possible reason why the IRCTC app is not working and what you can do to solve the problem. So here you go.
Why is the IRCTC App not Working?
If you use the IRCTC app to book your train tickets, you must have experienced an issue with the app lately. I opened this app two days ago to book my from Mumbai to New Delhi, but it does not work as smoothly as it used to, and I got to know the IRCTC app or website is not working. But sometimes websites are not the issue, so the possible reasons why the IRCTC app stopped working include the following:
- The server is down
- The website is under maintenance
- You need to update your IRCTC app
- Weak internet connection
- The cache is not cleared
Like me, you must be curious to know why this app is not working properly, aren’t you? While scrolling through Twitter, I came across a tweet from an IRCTC official where they addressed the issue and informed citizens that IRCTC’s server is down and has been facing technical glitches for some time, which is why the IRCTC app is not working properly.
Common technical issues a website faces are server errors or maintenance issues. These issues are fixed by the developers, so users are advised to wait patiently until the problem is fixed. Read ahead to know how you will know that the issue is not on your side.
Check Server Status
Before anything, check the status of your server. If the server is down, you can not do anything except wait. As soon as the server is fixed, you can carry out your activities and use the app as usual.
Website Under Maintenance
IRCTC website also stops working if the website is under maintenance. The users cannot fix this issue, so you can not do much about this issue either.
What to Do If IRCTC App Not Working?
If you are facing issues with the IRCTC app, you can try the following troubleshooting methods to resolve the problem. Sometimes, the issue is on the user’s end, so here’s how I usually fix my IRCTC app when there is no technical issue.
Refresh Your Browser
If you face any issue with the IRCTC website or app, the first you should do is refresh the page. You can do it on mobile by scrolling down the page from the top or pressing Ctrl+F5 if you are using the app/website on a laptop. This fixes the problems with the browser and app loader faster and works fine.
Check Your Internet Connection
The IRCTC app will not work if you have a weak internet connection. Ensure you have strong WiFi or internet signals to use IRCTC and book train tickets online.
Clear Cache
IRCTC app can stop working or load slowly if the user has not cleared the local cache for a long time. An easy way to fix this issue is to clear up the app cache before using it. Go to your phone’s settings, select the IRCTC app, and clear the cache.
Update the App
IRCTC can stop working because you are using the old version of the app. So go to the PlayStore or AppleStore and update the IRCTC app, and you are good to go.
Login Again
If the issue persists even after updating the app, log out and log in again using your credentials. It fixes the issue when there is no apparent problem with the app.
Restart Your Phone
It seems illogical, but it works. Sometimes, your phone is not operating the app properly due to internal issues. All I do is restart my phone and rerun the app. It has fixed the issue many times, so if you have tried everything and your IRCTC app is not working, try it.
FAQs
Why is my IRCTC not working?
If your IRCTC is not working, you should check your system and browser. IRCTC can stop working due to many reasons. These issues can be from the company’s or users’ ends. Keep in mind that IRCTC will not work until the issue is resolved.
What time is the IRCTC server down?
Usually, the IRCTC server is down when its daily maintenance is going on. So, if you visit IRCTC from 11:40 to 12:20, the server will be down.
Why am I not able to book train tickets in IRCTC?
If you cannot book tickets in IRCTC, check your internet connection and refresh the browser. It will fix the issue, and the IRCTC website will work fine.
Conclusion
Undoubtedly, the IRCTC app is super convenient, and everyone can now book their train tickets from the comfort of their home. However, due to certain reasons, the app stops working, so if you are facing this issue, feel free to get help from our article to fix the problem. Thank you.
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