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IRCTC Ticket Waiting Solution: How to Get Confirm Seats Using MakeMyTrip's Trip Guarantee Option (Step-by-Step Guide)

If you’ve ever booked a train ticket on IRCTC and ended up on the waiting list, you know how stressful it can be. What if we told you there's a smart solution to ensure your journey goes smoothly—even if your ticket isn’t confirmed?

Enter MakeMyTrip’s Trip Guarantee feature – a powerful tool that offers alternate confirmed travel options when your IRCTC ticket is still waitlisted.

In this blog, you’ll learn exactly how to use the Trip Guarantee feature step by step and reach your destination with peace of mind.

🔍 What is MakeMyTrip's Trip Guarantee?

Trip Guarantee is a special service by MakeMyTrip that helps users with waitlisted train tickets. If your ticket doesn’t get confirmed before your travel date, MakeMyTrip will guarantee an alternate confirmed mode of transport, such as:

Bus ticket (AC Sleeper or Volvo)

Flight (if available and chosen)

Alternate train seat (if possible)

The best part? You get to continue your journey without cancellation stress or last-minute panic.

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✅ Benefits of Using Trip Guarantee on MakeMyTrip

Assured confirmed travel even if IRCTC ticket is waitlisted

No need to manually search alternate travel options

Available on selected trains and routes

Saves time, stress, and last-minute costs

📲 Step-by-Step Guide: How to Use Trip Guarantee on MakeMyTrip

Step 1: Open the MakeMyTrip App

Download or update the latest version from Google Play or App Store

Log in using your mobile number or email

Step 2: Go to “Trains” Section

Tap on “Trains” on the home screen

Enter your From, To, and Date of Journey

Tap Search Trains

Step 3: Choose a Train with Trip Guarantee

You’ll see a Trip Guarantee tag on eligible trains

Tap the train to see seat status (Confirmed / WL / RAC)

Step 4: Book the Ticket with Trip Guarantee

Even if the seat is waitlisted, select the “Trip Guarantee” option

MMT will commit to providing a confirmed alternate option if IRCTC doesn't confirm your seat

Step 5: Fill Passenger Details

Enter name, age, gender, and berth preference

Add insurance if required

Step 6: Complete the Payment

Pay using UPI, card, or wallet

Booking confirmation and Trip Guarantee terms will be sent via email/SMS

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📦 What Happens if Your IRCTC Ticket is Still Waitlisted?

If your IRCTC ticket is still in WL status close to your journey date:

MakeMyTrip will automatically refund 3x amount of money 

You’ll receive updated travel details

No need for manual cancellation or refund – it’s all managed by MMT

⚠️ Important Tips for Trip Guarantee Users

Always check eligibility before booking

Read the terms (some options may cost extra depending on route/seat type)

Be flexible with travel mode (bus/flight/train)

Keep your contact details updated to get timely notifications

Final Thoughts

Getting stuck with a waitlisted train ticket doesn’t have to ruin your travel plans. With MakeMyTrip's Trip Guarantee, you're assured of a confirmed seat through an alternate mode—saving you stress, time, and uncertainty. It's the perfect backup plan every traveler should know about.

👉 Have you used Trip Guarantee before? Share your experience or questions in the comments!