Train ticket reservations for Pongal 2027 will begin on November 13, 2026, according to DT Next. The booking dates are set for each travel day from January 12 to January 19, 2027, with reservations opening one day per week starting on November 13.

Specifically, reservations for January 12, 2027 open on November 13, 2026. Reservations for January 13, 2027 open on November 14, 2026, and so on until January 19, 2027, which opens on November 20, 2026.

Passengers are advised to log in to their IRCTC accounts at least 10 minutes before the booking window opens to avoid delays.

The guide also suggests that passengers can save family member details in the 'Master List' section of their IRCTC account for quicker bookings. It is recommended to have a preferred payment option ready for quick transactions, especially through UPI.