3 min readUpdated: Feb 9, 2026 03:01 PM IST
IRCTC launches E-Pantry service, Indian Railway Train Online food Booking: The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has launched its E-Pantry meal booking service for passengers, with the facility currently available on 25 Mail and Express trains. Initially, the e-pantry service was introduced on the Vivek Express (Train Nos. 22503/04).
In a statement, the IRCTC said: “IRCTC has launched E-Pantry meal booking facility for the convenience of the Mail/Express train passengers, the trains wherein meals are not included in ticket fare.”
What is IRCTC E-Pantry service?
The IRCTC E-Pantry service is a digitally enabled solution to pre-book meals on select trains with pantry cars. With introduction of E-Pantry service on Mail/Express Trains, passengers can now travel hassle free with their meals booked in advance.
Who are eligible for IRCTC E-Pantry service?
According to IRCTC, the IRCTC E-Pantry service will be applicable for passengers with confirmed, RAC, or partially confirmed tickets to pre-order standard meals and Rail Neer, delivered directly to their seats by pantry car staff.
Key features of IRCTC E-Pantry service
Passengers can easily pre-book a Standard Meal or Rail Neer online, ensuring meal delivery during their journey.
Payments can be made online via digital payment methods, eliminating the need for cash transactions during travel.
A Meal Verification Code (MVC) is used to confirm that the meals are delivered to the correct passenger.
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- Transparency & Trackability
All meal orders are managed through digital dashboards, ensuring greater transparency, accountability, and compliance with tax regulations.
If a meal is not delivered as per the booking, passengers are entitled to a refund. Cancellation and refund details will be communicated through Email, SMS, or WhatsApp.
How to book IRCTC E-Pantry service
- Booking: Passengers can select the E-Pantry meal option during the booking process on the IRCTC website (www.irctc.co.in), either from the confirmation page or the “Booked Ticket History” section.
- Confirmation: After booking, passengers receive a confirmation message and a Meal Verification Code (MVC) via SMS or email.
- Meal Delivery: On the day of travel, passengers share the MVC with the vendor, who delivers the pre-ordered meal directly to their seat.
Complete List of Trains with E-Pantry Facility
| SN | Train no. & Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | 22503-04, Vivek Express |
| 2 | 12483-84, ASR-KochuveliExp |
| 3 | 12561-62, JYG-NDLS, SwantraSenani Express |
| 4 | 12817-18, HTE-ANVT Swarnajavanti Express |
| 5 | 18237-38, KRBA-ASR Chhattisgarh Express |
| 6 | 12791-92, SC-DNR Express |
| 7 | 12889-90, TATA-SMVB Express |
| 8 | 12987-88, AII-SDAH SF Express |
| 9 | 12649-50/ 12629-30, Karnataka SamparkKrantiExp |
| 10 | 12617-18, Mangladweep Express |
| 11 | 18477-78, Kalinga Utkal Express |
| 12 | 12779-80, Goa Vasco Express |
| 13 | 12533-34, LJN-CSMT Pushpak Express |
| 14 | 12925-26, MMCT ASR Paschim Express |
| 15 | 11061-62, LTT-JYG Express |
| 16 | 16345-46, LTT-TVC Netravati Express |
| 17 | 12615-16NDLS-MAS Grand Trunk Express |
| 18 | 12493-94, PUNE-NZM Darshan Express |
| 19 | 20805-06, VSKP- NDLS AP Expres |
| 20 | 12303-04/12381-82, HWH- NDLS Poorva Express |
| 21 | 14005-06, ANVT-SMI Licchhvi Express |
| 22 | 12129-30, PUNE-HWH Azad Hind Express |
| 23 | 12919-20, INDB-SVDK Malwa Express |
| 24 | 19483-84, Ahmedabad Barauni Express |
| 25 | 12801-02, PURI-NDLS Purushottam Express |
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