From now on, senior citizens in Haryana will not get a 50% discount on Haryana Roadways bus tickets just by showing their senior citizen ID. Instead, they must carry an NCMC card.
🔍 Why This Change?-
The Haryana Transport Department is promoting a cashless ticketing system.
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The Senior Citizen ID cards are now obsolete for fare discounts.
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Only the NCMC Card will be accepted for availing the 50% concession.
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A smart card used like a debit card.
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Can be used for travel in Haryana Roadways buses.
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Offers 50% discount for senior citizens (60+ men).
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Can be used for contactless payments up to ₹2000.
You can apply online through bank portals like AU Small Finance Bank:
📝 Step-by-Step Guide:Visit the official NCMC portal (e.g., AU Bank's website).
Click “Get Your Card Now”.
Select “Apply for NCMC Card”.
Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar or VID number.
Enter the OTP sent to your Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
Confirm your Aadhaar details.
Proceed to payment and delivery section.
Recharge your card (minimum ₹200) if needed.
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No fee for making the card.
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₹150 delivery charge applies.
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Minimum recharge: ₹200
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Recharge in multiples of ₹100.
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Pay using UPI, debit card, net banking, etc.
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Existing Happy Cards can be upgraded to NCMC Cards for senior citizens.
