Highlights
- IRCTC shares gained around 0.77% during Friday's morning session on the NSE.
- The stock traded above Rs 510 while tracking steady intraday demand.
- It remained well below its 52-week high amid broader volatility.
Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd. (NSE:IRCTC) traded higher during the morning session on July 3, 2026, with the stock rising 0.77% to Rs 510.10 at 11:35 AM IST. The stock opened at Rs 507.00 compared with the previous close of Rs 506.20. During the session, it touched an intraday high of Rs 513.90 and a low of Rs 506.95, while the volume-weighted average price (VWAP) stood at Rs 511.48.
Trading Activity Shows Moderate Participation
IRCTC recorded moderate trading activity on the National Stock Exchange, with around 3.25 lakh shares changing hands by 11:35 AM IST. The traded value stood at approximately Rs 16.61 crore. The order book indicated higher selling pressure than buying interest, with sell-side orders accounting for 71.44% of visible quantity compared with 28.56% on the buy side. The impact cost remained at 0.04, indicating moderate liquidity in the counter.
Stock Trades Below 52-Week High
Despite intraday gains, IRCTC continued to trade significantly below its 52-week high of Rs 798.60 recorded on July 9, 2025. The stock’s 52-week low stands at Rs 492.65, touched on March 30, 2026. At the prevailing market price, IRCTC’s market capitalisation stood at approximately Rs 40,816 crore, while free-float market capitalisation was about Rs 15,349.71 crore.
Performance Across Time Frames
IRCTC has delivered mixed performance across time horizons. The stock has declined 0.80% over the past week and 0.16% over the last month. On a year-to-date basis, it has fallen 25.62%, while the one-year return stands at a negative 34.49%. Over a three-year period, the stock has declined 19.44%, although it has delivered an absolute gain of 23.75% over five years. The company is part of the Nifty PSE index and operates in the tour and travel related services sector.
Valuation and Market Metrics
IRCTC traded at a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 29.06 during the session, with an adjusted P/E of 29.32. The stock recorded daily volatility of 1.56% and annualised volatility of 29.80%. Deliverable trades accounted for 63.05% of total traded quantity, reflecting a mix of delivery-based and intraday participation.
Key Risks
- Railway passenger demand fluctuations may impact revenue stability.
- Regulatory changes in ticketing and catering may affect margins.
- Dependence on Indian Railways limits business diversification.
- Competition in travel services may pressure growth visibility.
Summary
IRCTC shares traded higher on July 3, 2026, gaining 0.77% during the morning session on the NSE. The stock remained above Rs 510 while showing moderate trading activity. Despite short-term gains, IRCTC continues to underperform across longer time frames, reflecting persistent pressure over the past year.
FAQs
Q: What was IRCTC’s share price on July 3, 2026?
A: IRCTC traded at Rs 510.10 at 11:35 AM IST, up 0.77% from the previous close.
Q: What is IRCTC’s 52-week high and low?
A: The stock’s 52-week high is Rs 798.60, and its 52-week low is Rs 492.65.
Q: How has IRCTC performed over the last one year?
A: IRCTC has declined 34.49% over the past one year, showing weak longer-term performance.