The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TSRTC) has rolled out a digital ticketing and pass system via its smartphone app, enabling passengers to book bus tickets and passes without standing in queues. The new system covers intercity and city buses, offering QR code-based tickets and five categories of passes, making commuting faster, safer, and more convenient.

Digital Ticketing for Passengers

TSRTC has introduced an app-based platform that allows passengers to:

Book intercity and city bus tickets digitally.
Access QR code tickets for boarding, eliminating the need for physical tickets.
Select bus categories: Express, Metro Deluxe, Green Metro Luxury, Ordinary, and Pushpak AC.

The app is designed to provide services within minutes, reducing waiting times at ticket counters and streamlining passenger experience across Telangana.

Bus Passes Made Digital

Five categories of city bus passes are now available digitally:

Express
Metro Deluxe
Green Metro Luxury
Ordinary
Pushpak AC

Additional features include:

Pass renewal directly through the app
No need to carry physical passes during travel
Support for T24 tickets to Hyderabad
Occasional discounts and cashback offers

Payment options include PhonePe and Google Pay, with QR codes scannable directly during boarding.

User-Friendly Features

Passengers need to:

Log in with their mobile number
Select TGRTC pass category
Input required personal details (gender, date, etc.)
Complete payment via app

The QR code generated serves as the official boarding pass for all journeys, ensuring a seamless travel experience.

Key Entities

Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TSRTC) – State Transport Provider
Ponnam Prabhakar – Minister, Government of Telangana, App Launching Authority
Passengers across Telangana – Primary beneficiaries

Final Verdict

TSRTC’s digital ticketing and pass system represents a major step toward modernizing public transportation in Telangana. By allowing QR code-based ticketing and digital bus passes, the initiative reduces physical crowding, improves efficiency, and provides passengers with a convenient, cashless, and hassle-free commuting experience. The app’s seamless integration with multiple bus categories and payment platforms makes it a game-changer for daily travelers in the state.