Hyderabad Metro‑TGSRTC combined pass price cut to ₹275 daily, ₹4,000 monthly
Telangana will lower the price of the Hyderabad Metro‑TGSRTC combined daily pass to ₹275 and the monthly pass to ₹4,000 starting 8 November 2026. The reduction applies to commuters who use both Metro Rail and city TGSRTC buses under the integrated travel scheme.
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At a glance
- What changes
- Daily pass price drops to ₹275 and monthly pass to ₹4,000
- Timing
- Effective from 8 November 2026
- Who is affected
- Commuters using the Hyderabad Metro‑TGSRTC combined pass
The details
- Announced by
- Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar
- Takes effect
- 8 November 2026
- Previous rule
- The combined daily pass was ₹400 and the monthly pass was ₹8,500 when the scheme launched on 2 October 2026.
- New rule
- The daily pass is now ₹275 and the monthly pass is ₹4,000, with the same allocation of ₹200 for Metro and ₹75 for bus on the daily product, and ₹3,000 for Metro and ₹1,000 for bus on the monthly product.
What the fare change entails
The Telangana government announced a reduction of 31.25% for the daily combined pass and almost 53% for the monthly pass. The price cut is limited to the integrated Metro‑RTC product and does not affect individual Metro or bus ticket fares.
- Daily pass reduced from ₹400 to ₹275
- Monthly pass reduced from ₹8,500 to ₹4,000
- Allocation within the pass remains split between Metro and bus services
How the new passes work
Under the revised daily pass, ₹200 of the ₹275 fare is assigned to Metro travel and ₹75 to TGSRTC buses. The pass allows up to four single Metro journeys per day. The monthly pass allocates ₹3,000 for Metro and ₹1,000 for bus travel and permits a maximum of 50 single Metro journeys during its 30‑day validity.
- Four single Metro trips per day with the daily pass
- Fifty single Metro trips per month with the monthly pass
- No numerical limit on eligible city bus journeys within the Outer Ring Road
Implementation and limits
Passes can be purchased and recharged only at Hyderabad Metro station ticket counters. The existing ₹100 security deposit remains unchanged. The new pricing becomes active on 8 November 2026, five weeks after the scheme’s launch. Pass holders must verify the updated journey limits before use.
- Purchase and recharge at Metro station ticket counters only
- ₹100 refundable security deposit stays in place
- New pricing effective from 8 November 2026
What this means for travellers
Trip planning
- Existing pass holders must check the new daily and monthly journey limits before their next travel day
- Travelers planning new trips after 8 November can benefit from the lower fare when buying a combined pass
Cost and documents
- Pass price drops to ₹275 for daily and ₹4,000 for monthly, reducing travel expense
- The ₹100 security deposit and required identification at ticket counters remain unchanged
What you need to do
- Buy or recharge the combined pass after 8 November at a Metro station ticket counter to receive the reduced price
- Review the updated journey caps (four daily Metro trips, fifty monthly Metro trips) to ensure the pass matches travel patterns
Who this affects
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Daily commuters using Metro and TGSRTC buses
They rely on the integrated daily pass that has been re‑priced to ₹275
What to do Check the four‑journey daily limit and purchase the pass at the new price after 8 November
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Monthly commuters using Metro and TGSRTC buses
Their monthly pass price falls to ₹4,000 with a 50‑journey Metro cap
What to do Confirm the 50‑journey limit fits travel needs and obtain the pass at the reduced rate
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Passengers using city buses outside the Outer Ring Road
The pass excludes services such as Pushpak airport buses
What to do Plan alternative payment for excluded bus routes and verify eligibility of bus services
Frequently asked questions
When does the Hyderabad Metro‑TGSRTC pass price reduction start?
The new daily price of ₹275 and monthly price of ₹4,000 become effective on 8 November 2026.
What is the daily journey limit for the reduced‑price pass?
The daily pass allows up to four single Metro journeys; bus journeys are unlimited within the designated city network.
How many Metro trips can be taken with the new monthly pass?
The monthly pass permits a maximum of 50 single Metro journeys during its 30‑day validity period.
Where can I buy or recharge the combined pass at the new price?
Passes must be purchased or recharged at Hyderabad Metro station ticket counters, where staff can confirm the updated pricing.
Do the price cuts affect the ₹100 security deposit on the card?
No, the refundable ₹100 security deposit remains unchanged; only the fare value of the daily and monthly passes has been reduced.
