Railway stocks came into sharp focus in the stock market today as buying interest picked up across the sector. Several railway-linked companies traded higher, led by IRCTC, RailTel, and Jupiter Wagons, with gains stretching up to 12% in early trade.
The broader move reflected renewed momentum in railway counters, with multiple stocks moving in tandem as investors tracked fresh developments and sector-specific updates.
Market Performance: Railway Stocks in Focus
- IRCTC share price: ₹680.80, up 1.01%
- RailTel share price: ₹340.95, up 2.3%
- Jupiter Wagons share price: ₹294.50, up 13.16%
- Rail Vikas Nigam (RVNL): ₹331.05, up 3.73%
- BEML, IRFC, RITES, Titagarh Rail Systems: up 3–4%
The buying was broad-based, lifting both frontline and mid-cap railway stocks in the stock market today.
Main News: Key Developments Driving Railway Stocks
IRCTC Gains After Fare Rationalisation Update
IRCTC shares edged higher after Indian Railways announced a rationalisation of fare structure, effective December 26, 2025.
Under the revised structure:
- Non-AC passengers travelling up to 500 km will pay an additional ₹10
- No fare hike for journeys up to 215 km in ordinary class
- Suburban services and monthly season tickets remain unchanged
The update supported sentiment around IRCTC, keeping the stock in positive territory.
RailTel Rises on Partnership Discussions
RailTel Corporation of India shares moved higher amid reports of discussions with Elon Musk-owned Starlink for a potential partnership in India.
The development drew investor attention, pushing the RailTel share price higher during the session and keeping the stock among the active railway counters.
Jupiter Wagons Surges After Promoter Stake Purchase
Jupiter Wagons emerged as the top gainer in the railway pack. The stock jumped over 13% after promoter Tatravagonka AS acquired a 0.55% stake, amounting to 28.72 lakh shares.
- Deal value: ₹135 crore
- Purchase price: ₹470 per share
The promoter action triggered strong buying interest, lifting the Jupiter Wagons share price sharply.
Broader Rally in Railway Stocks
Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd featured among the leading gainers, rising 3.73% and placing itself among the top performers on the Nifty 100 index.
At the same time, shares of:
- BEML
- Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC)
- RITES
- Titagarh Rail Systems
climbed between 3% and 4%, reflecting broad participation across the railway sector.
Company Details: Railway Sector Snapshot
The rally highlighted strong interest across companies linked to railway operations, financing, infrastructure, and manufacturing. These firms operate across diverse segments such as:
- Passenger services and ticketing
- Rail communication and digital infrastructure
- Wagon manufacturing
- Project execution and rail financing
The synchronized move suggests sector-wide tracking rather than stock-specific action alone.
Summary
Railway stocks dominated market action today, with IRCTC, RailTel, Jupiter Wagons, RVNL, BEML, IRFC, RITES, and Titagarh Rail Systems share price all trading higher.
- Gains ranged from 1% to over 12%
- IRCTC moved up after fare rationalisation details
- RailTel rose amid partnership discussions
- Jupiter Wagons surged following a promoter stake purchase
- RVNL and other railway stocks joined the broader rally
The session reinforced the railway sector’s ability to attract strong market interest, keeping these stocks firmly on investors’ radar in the stock market today.
Source: Moneycontrol
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