Pune: Book Your Puneri Metro Line 3 Tickets With WhatsApp QR, NCMC Card Or Mobile App
Pune: Book Your Puneri Metro Line 3 Tickets With WhatsApp QR, NCMC Card Or Mobile App
NCMC card to enable nationwide metro travel; multiple ticketing options to ensure seamless commuter experience
Pune, July 21, 2026: Commuters travelling on Puneri Metro Line 3 will have access to a smart and integrated ticketing ecosystem offering multiple digital and physical ticketing options.
The state of art Automatic Fare Collection system be compatible to support the National Common Mobility Card (NCMC), mobile app-based ticketing, WhatsApp QR tickets, Ticket Vending Machines (TVMs) and manual ticketing counters are available at every station, allowing passengers to choose the mode of ticketing most convenient for them.
The advanced Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) system is designed to facilitate faster and more efficient passenger movement. AFC gates are already functional at the 12 stations that will become operational in the first phase and subsequently at all stations of line-3.
Each station will have five AFC gates—two for entry, two for exit and one wider gate dedicated for differently abled passengers. Equipped with intelligent queue management features, the system is designed to regulate passenger flow during peak hours, minimise congestion and improve operational efficiency.
In line with the Government of India’s ‘One Nation One Card’ initiative, Puneri Metro Line 3 will support the National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) from the commencement of passenger services. The interoperable card will enable commuters to travel not only on Metro Line 3 but also on Pune Metro Lines 1 and 2, as well as metro systems across the country using a single card.
The corridor will also offer mobile app-based ticketing through the existing Pune Metro app. Initially, passengers will have a separate options to book for existing lines of Maha Metro and Line -3. Post integration of Metro Line 3 with Metro Lines 1 and 2 at District Court station is completed, commuters will be able to book seamless end-to-end journeys across the entire Pune Metro network through the same platform.
To further enhance convenience, passengers can generate QR-based travel tickets directly through WhatsApp, eliminating the need to stand in queues at ticket counters. Those preferring conventional ticketing can purchase tickets through Ticket Vending Machines or manual ticket counters available at every station. The TVMs have been installed at heights that comply with global accessibility standards, making them easily usable by differently abled passengers.
Puneri Metro Line 3 will support multiple payment options, including cash, Unified Payments Interface (UPI), debit cards and other digital payment modes. Every station will also be equipped with QR and card scanning devices that enables both passengers and station staff to quickly validate tickets and access journey details, ensuring smooth and secure travel.
“Puneri Metro Line 3 has been planned with a strong emphasis on technology, accessibility and commuter convenience. The smart ticketing ecosystem has been designed to offer multiple ticketing options while ensuring smooth passenger movement and inclusive access across stations. Our objective is to provide commuters with a reliable, efficient and user-friendly travel experience through technology-driven solutions,” said an official spokesperson of Puneri Metro Line 3.
The integrated ticketing infrastructure forms a key component of the passenger experience on Puneri Metro Line 3. By combining interoperable payment systems, contactless ticketing, accessible station facilities and multiple ticketing channels from the outset, the corridor aims to deliver a seamless, efficient and future-ready commuting experience while supporting integration with Pune’s expanding metro network.
