Do you know that Indian Railways is the third largest railway department in the world, through which crores of people travel every day? If you have ever traveled by train, then you must have seen that many officers have to be encountered, including TTE (Travel Ticket Examiner) and TC (Ticket Collector), these officers, usually seen in their white uniforms with black coats, are often associated with ticket checking duties. Many passengers do not know the difference between TTE and TC. Today, through this article, we will tell you the difference between the two-

The full designation of TTE and TC

TTE (Travel Ticket Examiner):

TTE stands for Travel Ticket Examiner. A TTE is responsible for checking the tickets of passengers traveling especially in premium trains, including express trains and some other categories of trains. Their duties include:

Ticket verification: TTEs are primarily tasked with verifying travel tickets of passengers boarding a train.

Passenger identification: Along with checking tickets, the TTE ensures that the passenger's identity matches the ticket and can verify identity proof if required

Seat information: TTEs also check seat allocations to ensure that passengers are seated according to their ticketed berths.

Onboard duties: TTEs perform their duties inside the train, ensuring that everything runs smoothly during the journey, especially in terms of ticketing.

TC (Ticket Collector):

The term Ticket Collector (TC) is more commonly used by passengers, the duties of a TC may overlap with those of a TTE, but they generally focus on:

Ticket checking at the station: Ticket collectors often perform their duties on platforms and stations, especially when trains are about to depart.

Ticket validation and sales: In some cases, TCs may also be responsible for validating tickets before departure and may also issue tickets in case of discrepancies.

Key Differences Between TTE and TC

Place of Duty: TTEs work inside the train during the journey, while TCs can be found at stations or platforms.

Designation and Scope: TTE is a more formal designation used specifically for onboard ticket checking, while TC is a more generic term.

Disclaimer: This content has been sourced and edited from [News18].