After an eight-year gap, the delhi Metro rail Corporation (DMRC) has revised fares, effective 25 august 2025, leading to a small hike ranging from Rs 1 to Rs 4. Here's everything you need to know:


1. First Fare Hike Since 2017

  • The last revision took place in 2017, based on the recommendations of the fourth Fare Fixation Committee (FFC).
  • After eight years, this minimal hike has been introduced to support operational and maintenance costs.


2. New Minimum and Maximum Fares

  • Minimum fare: Rs 11 (previously Rs 10)
  • Maximum fare: Rs 64 (previously Rs 60)


3. Fare Hike Slabs – Distance-wise Breakdown

  • 0–2 km: Rs 11 (up from Rs 10)
  • 2–5 km: Rs 21 (up from Rs 20)
  • 5–12 km: Rs 32 (up from Rs 30)
  • 12–21 km: Rs 43 (up from Rs 40)
  • 21–32 km: Rs 54 (up from Rs 50)
  • Above 32 km: Rs 64 (up from Rs 60)


4. airport Express Line Fares

  • Ticket prices on the airport Express Line have increased by up to Rs 5, depending on the distance.


5. Smart Card Discounts Remain

  • 10% discount for all smart card users on every trip.
  • Additional 10% discount during off-peak hours:
    • Before 8 AM
    • Between 12 PM and 5 PM
    • After 9 PM


6. Why the Hike Now?

  • Rising operational costs, inflation, and maintenance of expanding metro infrastructure necessitated the revision.


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G GOWTHAM

25/08/2025 10:52 AM