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Public Transport (Metro)

Metro Rail, Smart Card & Commuter Services

Official Website Delhi Metro: 155370 | Contact respective city metro
Fees: Metro fares vary by city and distance (typically ₹10–₹60). Smart card: 10–20% discount.
Processing: Smart card issued instantly at station.

What is Public Transport (Metro)?

India has metro rail in 20+ cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and more. NCRTC operates Rapid Rail (RRTS) for Delhi-NCR. NCMC (One Nation One Card) works across multiple city transport systems.

Who Can Apply

  • All commuters in metro cities
  • Students for concessional metro cards
  • Senior citizens and PwD for concessional fares

Documents Required

  • ID proof for smart card
  • Student ID for student card
  • Disability certificate for PwD concession

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Download City Metro App

Download your city metro app: DMRC (Delhi), Namma Metro (Bengaluru), Mumbai Metro One, etc.

2

Plan Journey

Use app or metro website to plan route — enter source and destination for fare and time.

3

Get Smart Card

Purchase metro smart card at station ticket counter with nominal deposit (₹50–₹100).

4

Recharge Card

Recharge via metro app, bank app, or at station recharge counters.

5

Travel with Discount

Smart card travel gives 10–20% discount vs single journey tokens.

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Important Tips

  • Always use smart card — saves 10–20% vs token fare
  • Top up card before it falls below ₹50
  • NCMC debit card works as metro card in multiple cities
  • Download city metro app for real-time train timings

Frequently Asked Questions

QIs Aadhaar needed for smart card?

No, metro smart cards are anonymous prepaid cards. No ID needed for regular cards.

QDo senior citizens get metro concession?

Yes, most metro corporations offer 50% concession for senior citizens (60+) on smart card fares.

QWhat is NCMC?

National Common Mobility Card (One Nation One Card) is accepted in Delhi Metro, Mumbai Metro, and other transport systems.

Fees

Metro fares vary by city and distance (typically ₹10–₹60). Smart card: 10–20% discount.

Helpline

Delhi Metro: 155370 | Contact respective city metro

Processing: Smart card issued instantly at station.

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