Frequently Asked Questions

Luggage

Passengers can carry up to two bags. However, offensive articles, such as wet skin, hides, dead poultry, and gore, are not permitted.

Tickets

Tickets are valid for the day of purchase for a particular zone of travel. Passengers must enter the paid area within 45 minutes of purchase. Lost tokens are not replaced.

Online tickets

Passengers can buy tickets online using the Kolkata Metro Railway app. The app provides a Quick Response (QR) code that can be used at the metro gate.

Metro cards

Passengers can recharge their Metro Card at the DMRC website, Paytm, or PhonePe. Recharging a Metro Card provides a 10% discount on all journeys, plus an extra 10% during off-peak hours.