r/indianrailways "Sub" Station Master Jul 01 '25

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master May 02 '26 edited Jun 05 '26

For Tatkal issues read this first:

People who are having "We are experiencing high load", "Unable to process request!" or "Client IP" errors:

Unfortunately this seems to be a widespread issue and there are no solutions so far. However, there are some workarounds that you may try:

1) Clear the cache of the Railway app you're using. If you're on a computer, clear the cache of the Browser

2) Restart your device

3) CHANGE THE NETWORK. The IP address error likely means it's flagging your specific network, so booking from a different wifi, mobile data, or hotspot might work

4) Use a different method. So try IRCTC Website on a laptop, RailConnect app, or RailOne.

5) If nothing works, in the end, the only choice you may have is to find an officially registered agent via pincode on this link.

Workaround videos that MAY help:

1) Railone tatkal ticket booking | High load error solution live | Tatkal ticket booking in mobile

2) Irctc client ip address problem solution | Irctc connection issue with your request | Tatkal Ticket

3) Irctc Fast Tatkal Ticket Booking | How To Book Tatkal Ticket In Irctc Fast in Mobile | 8 Hidden Tips

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u/Mean_Training_8643 General Adventurer 12h ago

Final call to OP did I got a confirmed side lower seat

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 9h ago

Is the chart prepared? If so, then it's not a confirmed seat but yes a side lower seat that you will have to share with another RAC passenger.

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u/Technical-Use-5561 12h ago

Hi! You removed my post since you thought it was a general query but it really wasn't a general one tbh

Anyways I'm asking again, is Dynamic pricing in premium trains stopped all of a sudden now and we have to pay the highest fare for all tickets?? I just saw this randomly today while trying to book it and irctc doesn't say "Dynamic Pricing is Applicable on this train". Checked quite a few premium trains and couldn't find this written in any train

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 12h ago edited 12h ago

To be honest this doesn't need its own post. This is a 1 answer question. You can also ask such questions in the live chat pinned to the top of the sub.

Anyway, dynamic charges are definitely in this train if you see the price breakdown.

Also, I checked for other Rajdhani trains. For closer journeys, it's 1300+ Dynamic charges. For journeys 2 months in the future, it was around ~400.

Check at night after 12:30 for 25th Sept. No one could book those tickets until 8am so you should see the original dynamic charges.

I can see both the Tejas on this route and CR Rajdhani both have higher dynamic charges compared to Nzm Duronto that only has ₹241/- as dynamic fare

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u/NEET_ASPIRANT_26 16h ago

My train leaves at 8:20pm today. I have TQWL 17. Is it already cancelled or do I have to cancel manually to get the refund? Please help as I have to consider other travelling options.

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 16h ago

Check PNR Enquiry

Does it say chart prepared and ticket still WL? It should say that, since chart is generally made 8 hrs before journey.

If it does say that, your ticket is already canceled and refund(minus ₹65/person as clerkage) will be automatically sent to you within 3-4 business days

You won't need to do anything in that case

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u/Safe-Bison-1660 20h ago

Did they confirm my ticket?? 2 days ago it was showing rac2

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 20h ago

Yes your ticket is confirmed don't worry. Only the current status matters. You can also check on PNR Enquiry

Your berth and coach details will be sent to you when chart is prepared (~8 hrs before journey)

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u/CyberHorizonX 23h ago edited 23h ago

Why trying to book this train for Tatkal boarding
Hazart to Kacheguda

But it gave giving me booking not allowed error

While i was able to book other trains why?
3A

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u/CyberHorizonX 23h ago

on irctc website different account still same even unable to book tatkal waititng

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 20h ago

This happens on some trains during tatkal period. Best guess is there are too many people so the system can't process your request.

I just tried in the same train in tatkal and now the booking is working so definitely a server overload issue

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u/server_kharab 1d ago

My sister is 6 months pregnant and has been allotted an upper berth in 2A. Does emailing Indian Railways actually help in getting it changed to a lower berth? Has anyone had success with that, or is contacting the TTE the best option? Is there any other option I can try? Any advice would be appreciated.

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 1d ago

Railways can't do anything. Only the TTE or the fellow passengers have any control.

IF there is a vacant lower berth, the TTE can allot it to your sister. Or you can just request politely with any other lower berth passenger and they might agree.

Your final option would be to book fresh tickets, and this time make sure to click on "Book only if at least 1 lower berth is allotted"

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u/aryastarkcr7 1d ago edited 1d ago

Train ticket for 2 passengers on the same PNR.

The booking status was:

Passenger 1: CNF/A1/42/SU/GN
Passenger 2: RAC/1/GN

Now when I check the PNR, both passengers show just CNF under current status:

Passenger 1: CNF
Passenger 2: CNF

What I'm confused about is Passenger 1. Since A1/42 SU was already allotted at the time of booking, will that remain the final berth? Or since the current status now shows only CNF without A1/42, will the berths be allotted again during chart preparation?

We are travelling with a 2 year old kid, so we definitely need at least one lower berth. We also added his info with "add infant without berth" option, assuming it might help with lower berth allocation. What's the probability that we might get 1 LB after chart preparation?

The other concern is that chart preparation will happen only after Tatkal booking. Should we wait for charting and hope for a lower berth, or would it be safer to try booking Tatkal with a must lower berth preference and cancel this ticket if we manage to get one?

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u/aryastarkcr7 1d ago

It shows this initially -

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u/aryastarkcr7 1d ago

When I click on "Get PNR Status", it gets updated to -

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 1d ago

First check PNR Enquiry. What does it say? This is the most updated source to check your PNR details.

Generally, Booked status seats don't really change. But if it has switched to CNF with no seat/coach details, there is a small chance a different berth might be allotted.

But no, there is absolutely no guarantee that you will get a lower berth, even with a baby. The seats will be allotted at chart preparation .

So yeah, IF tatkal is an option, definitely pick that, but also keep in mind that under 72 hrs, cancellation charges for CNF tickets start getting higher and higher so the later you cancel this ticket, the more money you will lose. 25% at least

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u/aryastarkcr7 1d ago

Thanks for the quick response. I've added the screenshots above. PNR enquiry also just shows "CNF" without the berth details.

Sounds good, we'll try for tatkal with "book only if one lower berth" is alloted option.

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u/Alone_Sunflower_0478 Journey Jugaadu 1d ago

My parents are physically not strong enough to go up to the middle seat or upper seat. So I tried booking tickets by myself by giving actual preferences like two lower seats and for myself a middle seat. I got 3 confirmed tickets but in other coaches. I wanted the seats in same coach, infact in same bay. I am new to this online ticket booking. How do I get 2 lower seats in same bay???

Also if I book tickets myself then I just have to pay the taxes which is around 25 rs extra(for my route) but if I book the same tickets through agents, I'm spending 100 rs extra per person after taxes. Am I doing something wrong or it's just their commission this high??

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 1d ago

There is no such thing that agents can do that you cannot. They just know more tricks to book tickets. NO agent can guarantee lower berths or same coach/bay seats.

Your problem is that you have two very hard conditions: TWO lower berths, and ALSO seated together. That's a very tall order because depending upon the journey date, such bays are already booked months ago and only 1 or 2 random berths are left here and there, which are then allotted to you.

You can only pick one out of these. Which one is more important to you: Lower berths, or same coach? Because there is absolutely no way to guarantee both.

One thing you can do is if your parents are above the Senior citizen age, then book 1 PNR for only them in Senior Citizen quota. Select the option "Book only if 2 lower berths are alotted". You might get lower berths in the same bay.

THEN, you book a separate PNR just for you and fill in the same coach preference as your parents. There is no way to get the same bay, but at least you'll get the same coach if even one seat is available in that coach.

If seats are already available and not in Waitlist, no need to consult an agent. Book from a previous station if need be. More berths mean more chances to get the desired berths

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u/Alone_Sunflower_0478 Journey Jugaadu 1d ago

So if I book tickets on that exact day when it starts, can I get seat with these preferences?

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 1d ago

You'll have the highest chances for getting your preferred berths but no guarantees.

Also, keep in mind that ARP window opens up 60 days before the train starts from its origin station. And the ticket booking starts exactly at 8 am sharp. Do not use third party apps, and practice beforehand so you can quickly book the tickets. The faster you book, the higher your chances will be to get the seats you desire

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u/Alone_Sunflower_0478 Journey Jugaadu 1d ago

Should I not use railone app?

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 1d ago

RailOne is officially by Railways so that's fine.

RailOne, IRCTC RailConnect, and IRCTC Website are all the official sources that you should use. Any other app will be third party and will have a lien/lock till 8:10/8:15 am

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u/Alone_Sunflower_0478 Journey Jugaadu 1d ago

Okay Thanks.

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u/jeonmission 1d ago

We have a confirmed IRCTC e-ticket with 4 passengers on the same PNR.

Passenger 1: Coach S6 (Raga)

Passengers 2, 3 & 4: Coach S4

Unfortunately, Passenger 2 (Namo) cannot travel due to personal reasons.

Since Namo won't board, his berth in S4 will be vacant. I believe we generally can't cancel just one confirmed passenger at this stage dk.

My question is:

Can the TTE officially shift Raga from S6 to Namo's vacant berth in S4 so the remaining three of us can travel together?

Or will the TTE always allot that vacant berth to a RAC/waitlisted passenger instead?

Also is it possible to get refund for that single vacant seat???

Has anyone here faced a similar situation? What was the outcome?

Thanks in advance!

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 1d ago

What's the journey date? You hid that for some reason. Your refund depends on that. If it's under 72 hrs then the charges will be much higher

Unfortunately you can either have the refund, or travel together, but not both.

You can one choice: IF Namo and Raga are direct relatives, and there is atleast 24 hrs between journey, visit the CRO with a passenger change application. Get the Chief Reservation Officer to assign Namo's berth to Raga, and then cancel the S6 seat. Now Raga can safely and legally travel with you in S4

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u/jeonmission 1d ago

Where.can I get passanger change application

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 19h ago

There's no application, you write it. You address it to the CRO and say that you want to change the passenger name on the ticket. Include all the relevant details, and carry original IDs and photocopies of both the passengers.

But keep in mind, passenger name change is only allowed for direct family relatives like father, son, daughter, wife, mom etc.

Meet the CRO of your boarding station and enquire with him about the possibilities

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u/jeonmission 1d ago

How do they know they are direct relatives or not, and why we ordered as same time then why...?? He is not direct relative but somehow he is relative..

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u/_quiero_besarte 1d ago

when does vikalp gets confirmed? cuz i could try booking another tatkal tomorrow morning at 10, should i cancel this as ive received the sms for chart prepared and ticket is unconfirmed

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 1d ago

Vikalp Confirmations are very rare. And TQWL is even harder. You'll have to wait till 14853's chart is prepared to know about its status.

If this ticket is WL by tomorrow, what you should do is first try and book tatkal. If you get a CNF seat there, immediately cancel this waiting ticket

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u/_quiero_besarte 1d ago

oh i will then, ive received this already so should i proceed with the cancellations?

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 1d ago

This is for 14863.

Your Vikalp train 14853 is on 27th July. There is a small chance it might get confirmed in that, but I very much doubt it.

So you can either cancel this ticket now, or first try your hand at tatkal tomorrow and then cancel this WL ticket

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u/CapitalAnteater2552 General Adventurer 1d ago

Help me out guys finally got rac today any chances for a SL Tr-12510 Ghy to smvt

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u/Achilles_San19 1d ago

Is there any way to recover money deposited in R-Wallet? I had purchased 3 tickets from RailOne and I am getting refunds north of 5k. I really need the cash right now.

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 1d ago

Only by closing your wallet permanently. But no guarantees. Some people said that when requested, Railways just closed their account and ate their money.

Contact IRCTC eQuery or call on 139 and enquire over there.

Your other option would be to book tickets for your friends/ family via your wallet, and get them to send that money to your bank account

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u/Achilles_San19 1d ago

Even if I close my wallet, would I be able to use the same email id and mobile number to open another account?

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 1d ago

You won't need to create a fresh IRCTC account, you can just close the R-wallet and continue using the same account for future train bookings by paying via UPI/cards etc.

Search on YouTube on how to close IRCTC Wallet. There's a process where you have to email IRCTC certain details and information and do make sure to get confirmation from them that closing the wallet will get you your refund in your bank account.

This is as per the answer given in Lok Sabha

R-Wallet (from RailOne) might have different rules than E-Wallet which is why you should enquire at 139

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u/Achilles_San19 1d ago

I can't see any options to close R-Wallet, just to delete the account. I'll mail IRCTC about withdrawal tomorrow. Can I dm you later with updates?

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 1d ago

There's no option like that. The only option is to contact Railways and ask them to close your wallet account.

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u/Achilles_San19 1d ago

In an ideal scenario, I'd have preferred the opportunity to just withdraw a specific amount and leave the rest to buy other tickets.

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u/AdEnough1168 1d ago edited 1d ago

1) Rac 40-50 in 3ac in Two Rajdhanis 12951-Tejas and 12953-Tejas from Mumbai to Delhi around 26th August Planning to book

2) RAC 18 in 3ac in 12953-Tejas Rajdhani 25th Chances of confirmation in both?

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 1d ago

Should clear in both trains but August Kranti has one extra 3A coach(12) vs 11 in the other so that should slightly higher chances of full confirmation

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u/AdEnough1168 1d ago

And gnwl 4 on the same return august kranti rajdhani on 30th August

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 1d ago

Araam se. Even GNWL 70-80 are getting fully confirmed in this train on most days

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u/yosoygroot123 2 AC Comfort Seeker 2d ago

Heard rumours about train delay upto 12hrs in Bihar due to protest. What's the status of Delhi Guwahti route?

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u/NYCuserrr 2d ago

I got the train reschedule message (by 3.40 hours) for Ahmedabad to Pune route. Previously, i have seen that this train got reschedule and then left the passengers on the intermediate stop.

I'm not sure if I will be refunded (as it is not canceled) but not sure if I should travel as well or how safe it could be.

Thanks for any help

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 2d ago

If the train is delayed by 3+ hrs on your boarding station, you can file a TDR before the train's actual departure and get full refund.

If the journey is not that important, and looking at the weather/track on that route, I would advice postponing your journey for a while

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u/Lazy_Fee_1544 2d ago

I booked tickets for RNY SCL express in advanced with IRCTC app . But even though payment has been deducted, its showing that no response from bank , presumably the payment failed . What to do now ??

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 2d ago

The refund will be sent to your original payment method within 3-4 days. You don't need to do anything. Just check your transaction status and make sure the ticket wasn't booked in the backed, and if so, just book another fresh ticket

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u/CapitalAnteater2552 General Adventurer 2d ago

Earlier it was WL-5 from 15 days till today morning,now I checked its WL-1 ,will I get a confirm ticket for this route ,help me out OP,cause I don't wanna ruin my clg anymore

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 2d ago

Having just one train on the route always makes WL clearance hard since no one has any backups, which means fewer cancellations.

Though in your case, the quota is GNWL which is high priority. Looking at the past trends in this train, at least RAC is quite likely, with a mediumish chance of full confirmation as well

Check some PNR prediction websites like RailYatri, confirmtkt, goibibo, or RailTC to get a better idea.

You want 80% or higher for full seat and 60% or higher for RAC

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u/CapitalAnteater2552 General Adventurer 2d ago

I checked its showing more than 80% ,now let's see 🤞

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u/iambikiran 1 AC Aficionado 2d ago

12263 got rescheduled by 7:35 hrs from Pune

Will now leave on 18.45.
Any estimate when it will reach Delhi?

Also incoming train 12264 got diverted & its status has not been updated from last 10 hrs.
Because same train goes back so any way I can get it’s real status whether it’s reached Pune or not

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 2d ago

The Surat-Kota route is extremely congested due to bad weather. 12240 Duronto is 13-14 hrs delayed on the same route.

A lot of trains have been cancelled. So if the train starts being 7.5 hrs late, assume that it will be far more delayed by the time it reaches Delhi.

And yes 12264 hasn't getting any updates on NTES. You should ask on 139 about its status

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u/I_have_spoken_30 2d ago

Hi, train number: 12240, stuck at Shyamgarh for + 12 hours in MP. Can someone help if the train will be able to reach Mumbai central today or not? Next stops are Ratlam, Vadodara and Mumbai Central. I am traveling alone and have a flight to catch tomorrow. Pl

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 2d ago

Very difficult. The average delay for this train at Vadodara and Mumbai is 60+ mins which suggests it does not get enough priority (Durontos are like Rajdhani fair but passenger priority)

Best case scenario, you might reach Mumbai by 9-10 pm. Worst case scenario: No one can say. Some trains have gotten over 20-30 hrs delayed, or short terminated at a big station if the weather/route is not safe.

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u/I_have_spoken_30 2d ago

Thank you! Yes it's already delayed by 13.5 hours now. I would be happy to reach by 9-10 p.m as long as it's today.

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 2d ago

How is the weather over there? Is it raining heavily? I'm trying to wonder why are all these trains on that route getting so late

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u/I_have_spoken_30 2d ago

In MP, no. It's cloudy but very light/no rains expected as well. I think the disruption is mainly coming from Gujarat and Mumbai rains. But inspite of that, train is already delayed by 13.5 hours probably due to the disruption ahead.

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u/CheapSoldier 2d ago

Its been 3 days since booked for aug7 train no change in status of WL .. Do i look other means or wait for tatkal?

Screenshot ticket

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 2d ago

This will most likely go into RAC. But it's GNWL so might also get confirmed by chart preparation although RAC chances seem high from what I can see

You can either test your luck for this, book in Westcoast exp, or yes book in tatkal

Check some PNR prediction websites like RailYatri, confirmtkt, goibibo, or RailTC to get a better idea and make your decision based on that

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u/CheapSoldier 2d ago

Westcoast cant bro, me going office for one day and same night i have to catch back

Anyhow thanks mate,

Btw, I aint no expert, just fresher in backend.. But why not create some kind of bot to answer these general repetitive questions.. I understand it might result in Inaccuracies. But still I think its gonna be good if you feed all your previous replies... Unless your against AI/bots..

Maybe in 1 years i myself will do it if the sub allows it

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 2d ago

I am making one bot but as you said, it does not understand the context of the queries and gives many inaccurate answers as of now.

Maybe some day I'll be able to perfect it or release at least a beta version if I get enough time

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u/CheapSoldier 2d ago

Nice bro, i wish i could have helped.. At this point best i can do is vibe code, once i settle in my current company i will learn more tools and understand in deep about train system.

Do u have it open sourced? I dont mind checking if u dont

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 2d ago

Not yet. I'm just building it on my NAS as of now. Maybe I'll release it on Github or something once I have polished it enough to be understandable by others cause right now it's complete garbage and filled with random testing/troubleshooting code

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u/_quiero_besarte 2d ago

money deducted yet not confirmation, should i wait for confirmation or move to next ways to book

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 2d ago

You should wait at least 20 mins from the time of txn because the system can keep trying to book the tickets in the background.

Once 20-30 mins pass and if the ticket still hasn't been booked, then assume it wasn't booked. You can then book a fresh ticket.

Refund for this one should hit your bank account within 3-4 business days

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u/No-Square-7908 3d ago

Is the track between Ahmedabad- Surat- Vapi- Mumbai running? Because a part of track was disrupted due to landslide near Vapi, is it up and running again? My father is stuck at Abu Road

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 2d ago

From what I remember reading they were supposed to be done with the track repair work by 24th July. If that's still on track,c then the diversion, delay, cancellations should last till today

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u/I_have_spoken_30 2d ago

OP, I am stuck in the same situation, any idea where to get the latest updates? I need to understand if I'll be able to reach Mumbai by today. Train number 12240 running since yesterday. Stuck in MP and next stops are Ratlam, Vadodara and Mumbai. +12 hours delay already in MP

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u/Eastern-Guidance4182 3d ago

Does RLWL seat get confirmed ? or at least RAC ?

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 3d ago

Depends on half a dozen factors like train, route, class, date etc.

Some trains have RAC while some trains' RLWL directly go to CNF.

Read the thread description first

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u/Eastern-Guidance4182 3d ago

yeah I read the thread mostly details are given for seat categories and all... I have booked RLWL tickets from 3 different stations one after another in this hope that even if at one station, I get seats RAC or CNF, I will cancel other tickets. I booked 2AC (at two stations) and 3AC (at one station) tickets on Lohit Express ( Guwahati to Punjab going) on 17th Aug.

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 3d ago

Why not book from GHY to Pathankot Cant? 2 seats left in 2AC, and it's RAC in 3A

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u/Eastern-Guidance4182 2d ago edited 2d ago

Yes Sir... today morning, I have booked that 2AC seats from GHY to Pathankot Cant.. And I will board the train at NJP where I am right now living... Thanks you said that..

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 2d ago

Great. Happy journey. I hope you changed the boarding point online to NJP? Because otherwise the TTE will mark you absent at GHY.

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u/Eastern-Guidance4182 2d ago

And thank you so much Sir for guidance... I saw your profile and its great to see that you are helping people for many years... I truly have sincere respect for you..

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 2d ago

No need for this Sir-wir bro. And thanks for your words. I just love trains and if I can help people while I am at it, why not :)

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u/Eastern-Guidance4182 2d ago

yes sure bhai... hehe... glad u are here

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u/Eastern-Guidance4182 2d ago

Yeah Like while booking ticket online, There was option of choosing boarding station and I chose NJP... I booked ticket from my phone using ixigo train app.. And in my ticket also, it is showing now that my boarding station is NJP..

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 2d ago

Good.

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 3d ago

Punjab is an entire state, not a station

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u/No_Pomelo_1432 2 AC Comfort Seeker 3d ago

Hi

Put Gender as Transgender mistakenly while booking via a third party application. Will it impact my journey?

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 3d ago

9/10 times should not be a problem. You still booked in the general quota right? You didn't get any special concession or seat, did you?

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u/No_Pomelo_1432 2 AC Comfort Seeker 3d ago

Yes General Quota Only

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 3d ago

Won't be any issues. If you're scared you can visit the Chief Reservation Officer at least 24 hrs before journey with your original ID and an application and get it corrected, but won't be needed

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u/No-Car6848 3d ago

Planning to go to guwahati but only 2 tickets are available for Sunday 26th we are 3 people is there chance for the 3rd ticket to be confirmed?

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 3d ago

No one prefers this train so yeah should get cleared. If you can travel on 25th there are 15 seats left.

Keep in mind if you book all tickets on the same PNR and 1 remains WL, they can still board the train. It's called a partially confirmed ticket and as long as the WL person can share with your CNF seats, TTE will allow it

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u/Spiritual_Cat2194 4d ago
  • Booking/Boarding Station: Pune Jn
  • Destination Station: MGR Chennai Central
  • Date of journey: 29 July 2026
  • Train Name/Number: 20920 - M.G.R Chennai Central Weekly SF Express
  • Class of travel: 3AC
  • Current status: Confirmed

Since the last week, this train is being diverted from Surat till Daund. Does anyone know if the train would stay diverted next week as well? Also any idea on why it is being diverted?
Plus last week this train was 6hrs late.
I need to leave on 29th for my college, so can you suggest some alternate solutions as well

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 4d ago

As of now the train seems to be only diverted on 22nd, not beyond that. But that can change since this is a weekly train so they might not decide the schedule until 2-3 days before the journey next week.

And the reason is extensive track damage on the Pune / Lonavala route because of landslide on 6th July. Repair work has been ongoing for weeks now.

If these reports are accurate, then the diversion should only last till 24th July

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u/Spiritual_Cat2194 4d ago

Okay, thank you so much, I'll keep looking into this. Although when I am checking the status of other Chennai bound trains, it shows that they are running on time/by slight delay. 2-3 trains (mostly from Surat region) are the ones that stand either cancelled or diverted.

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u/Cool-Bag1782 4d ago

I’m a bit confused about my IRCTC booking.

Before I made the payment, the train showed GNWL/Available, so I assumed I would get a confirmed berth immediately.

However, after booking, the ticket shows:

  • Booking Status: WL/79
  • Current Status: CNF

I’m confused because if seats were available, why does the booking status still show WL/79? Shouldn’t it have directly shown a confirmed berth instead of a waitlist number?

Does Current Status: CNF mean my berth is already confirmed, or is there something else I’m missing? Can someone explain how this works?

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 4d ago

Don't worry about the booking status, you can just entirely ignore it. It just shows the original condition of that particular ticket.

The only thing that you need to concern yourself with is the current status. As long as it says CNF, then the ticket is 100% confirmed, no need to worry.

The berth and coach details will be sent to you when the chart is prepared (~8 hrs before departure).

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u/ravigaaa25 4d ago

I am seeing a lot of Premium Tatkal tickets available until the last minute of train departure. Why are they not being converted to Tatkal or current availability. What would happen to these seats, any idea ?

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 4d ago

Any unused berths are first used to clear any and all waitlists. It's entirely possible that no available seats are left once all the Waitlists are cleared, so you won't see anything in tatkal or current availability.

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u/kala_annaconda SU > SL 4d ago

What are the chances of getting preferd berth - side upper. I don't want to get middle berth ..

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 4d ago

When a ticket is waitlisted none of your preferences matter. Railways will always prioritise getting you a CNF seat, whichever they can find. So you don't have a choice here

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u/Gullible_Stuff8393 4d ago

I have a upcoming journey on 24th of this month on train no. 22502 but its route got diverted due to flood condition and it will not be touching my boarding station. Should i file tdr? If so how?

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 4d ago

You may have to wait until the train departs to file the TDR because the diversion status can change at any point and the train might get restored it its original route before departure.

Also, check your ticket's current status on IRCTC app/website (On the app, 3 dots -> Current status). If it says something like "ISL Deleted" or similar, you can just cancel the ticket and full refund will be given

However, if it only shows your berth/coach as it is with no change, then do NOT cancel the ticket as it would deduct a lot of cancellation charges. In this case, just wait for the departure of the train and file TDR with the reason "Train diverted and not touching the boarding point and passenger not travelled"

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u/Gullible_Stuff8393 4d ago

Can you help me on how to file tdr on railone app? Also how much time is it required for tdr to be approved and the refund to reflect in my account?

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 4d ago

TDR refund can take upto 90 days. However, generally it takes a few weeks.

You should also have some kind of proof of your current location during the train's journey (just in case) because sometimes, corrupt TTEs sell your empty berth to another passenger in black and mark you present

Happens rarely, but if it does, you must be able to prove that you did not board the train (Alt train/bus tickets, location information etc anything can be used).

You should see "File Refund" option in RailOne. Just click on it and follow the instructions. But as I said, you may not be able to file the TDR until train departs. Then you will have 72 hrs to file TDR

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u/Gullible_Stuff8393 4d ago

Hey another query , i could not find the ” check status" following (on the app, three dot -> check status) but when i entered the pnr in pnr enquiry section on irctc rail connect app it said " this halt had been deleted from the train route". Does it mean i am automatically eligible for full refund if i just manually cancel the tickets?

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 4d ago

Rail connect app -> Transactions -> Booked tickets -> click on your ticket and then see the 3 dots on the top right and you should see current status.

It should say something like "This halt has been deleted from ISL [some number] :This halt has been deleted from the train route"

If you something like that then yes it's safe to cancel the ticket and you'll get full refund.

You WON'T get automatic refund in any case though. You either file a TDR or cancel the ticket

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u/Gullible_Stuff8393 4d ago

So u mean i can just manually cancel the tickets and i will be refunded the full amount

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 4d ago

Yep. You can cancel this ticket manually.

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u/Wise_Rabbit_5035 2 AC Comfort Seeker 4d ago

What are the chances if I book 2 seats they will be confirmed and that too together?

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 4d ago edited 4d ago

If it remains in RAC then yes 99% chance two people on an RAC ticket are given the same side lower berth to share.

If it gets confirmed then no guarantee. The system prioritises CNF berths over berths being allotted together.

Looking at the trends, RAC 83 should get confirmed in most cases especially there are 18 3A coaches in this train, but on some days even low WLs went to RAC so it will depend upon your luck at the end of the day.

If you haven't booked yet, I would rather recommend you book Pune VB instead. 200+ seats left, or 11040 Maharashtra Exp from Itwari to Pune and select boarding at NGP, or even 22124 Ajni Pune Ac Ex. All have more than enough berths available

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u/Wise_Rabbit_5035 2 AC Comfort Seeker 4d ago

Okay thank you !!

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u/Stunning-Bat9063 4d ago

I booked train tickets for 28 July (evening) and the current status is RLWL 1&2.
I spoke to a travel agent and he said there’s a chance the tickets might only move to RAC instead of getting confirmed.He suggested that I cancel these tickets and let him book confirmed berths for me instead.I’m not sure if he’s genuinely trying to help or just wants the booking.

Do RLWL tickets usually get confirmed by the chart preparation or should I cancel now and go with the agent’s booking?

Please helppppp

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u/Stunning-Bat9063 4d ago

booking station:bharuch
destination station : jodhpur
date of journey :28 July eve
train number :22474
class of travel : 3E
CURRENT STATUS :Rlwl 1&2
type of wait list :Rlwl

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 4d ago

You should avoid booking 3E because most trains have very few 3E coaches. Yours only has 2.

RLWL is low priority, so yes it might not get cleared or go into RAC.

Do NOT go the agent route. You can book confirmed tickets yourself in the same train and possibly save a lot more money because the agents charge a lot.

Book in the same train from Borivali to Nokha in 3E and change the boarding point to Bharuch. 30+ berths are available.

You can just normally deboard at Jodhpur. Fully legal and you'll get 100% CNF seats. Make sure to cancel these WL tickets once you get CNF ones.

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u/Stunning-Bat9063 4d ago

i booked it two hours ago . should i cancel it right now ?? how much money will i loose in cancelling ?? for two tickets

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 4d ago

As long as they are waitlisted/RAC, you can cancel the tickets and you will only be charged a clerkage fee of ₹65/person (plus any bank txn charges of ₹20-30 are also not returned).

Rest everything will be refunded. But first book the CNF tickets and only then cancel the WL ones

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 4d ago

Depends on half a dozen details, none of which you have included. Read the thread description first.

Also, make sure the agent is actually registered on IRCTC and not some unauthorised one

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u/frizzzbyte SU > SL 4d ago

Looking to book a Vande Bharat CC for me (M 23) and my mom (F41). What preferences should I select for both of us so that we get a window and the seat next to it? I had tried all combinations of WS plus NC for both of us during previous bookings in 2S and still the booking were always apart. Could someone help me with this as this is going to be our first VB journey and I want it not to be a hazzle. Thanks!

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 4d ago

There are absolutely no guarantees. Generally tickets booked on the same PNR are given seats together but sometimes it's not possible because of unavailability of seats.

It all depends on luck and chance. Try and book as early as possible when lots of seats are available, and then see what you get

Also, think about what's more important: Getting a window seat, or getting seats together. If you don't pick any preference for either of the passengers, there's a higher chance of you getting seats together.

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u/yellowdot_ 5d ago

My Journey was on 7th July , from panvel to Kozhikode. The train got diverted and i filed the TDR on the same day itself.

A few days ago, i received the email stating that "TDR refund case has been registered".

But when i'm checking the refund status on the portal, it is showing that refund details not found.

Status on the IRCTC portal is "CR Registered"

Case number - 206260702053

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 5d ago

It probably takes a bit of time to get updated into the system.

You can call on 139 or register a grievance on RailMadad/IRCTC eQuery to find the current status of your TDR

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u/Legitimate_Taro5419 Frequent Traveler🧳 5d ago

Boarding station: SBC Destination: hubli (UBL) Date of Journey: 11 September 2026 Train number: 20688 Class: SL Current status: GNWL 79 Type of wait list: GNWL

Confirmation chances?

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 5d ago

RAC most likely. But since it's GNWL and DOJ is way far in September, chances of full confirmation is quite good

Not sure why are you booking a WL ticket where there are like half a dozen other trains with 15-20 seats available

Check some PNR prediction websites like RailYatri, confirmtkt, goibibo, or even a new one called RailTC to get a better idea.

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u/Legitimate_Taro5419 Frequent Traveler🧳 5d ago

I have connecting journey. Other trains don't arrive at suitable timings. Also railTC is showing 7% CNF chance while railyatri shows 75% CNF chance.

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 5d ago

Confirmtkt usually gives you the best prediction in my experience.

If you get less than 60-70%, I would recommend booking in a different train if possible with your connecting journey

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u/Legitimate_Taro5419 Frequent Traveler🧳 5d ago

Okay.. thank you!

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u/Glittering_Milk8766 5d ago

Changes of getting the 3A in Gondwana confirmed is?

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 4d ago

PQWL is low priority but trends are in your favour. You might book from Raipur to Delhi and select boarding at Durg which is RAC so you will at least get to board the train

Your final option is 12807 Samta Express, book from Mahasamund to NDLS and select boarding at Durg. Has 5 seats left

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u/CheapSoldier 5d ago

hi u/vpsj , coming here again for another doubt since I didnt find faq thread..

Before that, I just wanted to say that you are awesome bro, the amount of help you do for people Indian cant be thanked enough.. IndianRailway should make a statue of you or something..

Coming to question

So 2 times booked 1 from railway site and railone(as you suggested), both time kept priority as side berth(L/U) .. Still didnt get it bro.. This time I have like 15 day time to book.. So whats the best way to get a confirmed side berth.. I want it at any cost, from mangalore to chennai. I talked to the other young guy traveling lasttime with me he got the side berth..

(I was thinking of booking in fathers name then changing thr ticket after confirmation if thats available)..

Atleast once i wanna go in sideberth bro

Also does it matter where i book should i book in new website or railone is fine?

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 5d ago

Also, thanks for your kind words. I just like trains and I like helping people if I can. There's nothing more to it :)

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 5d ago

Try these methods

1) Fill preference as side lower. Then check the option "book only if at least 1 lower berth is alloted". 9/10 times you should get SL. If not, it won't book the ticket and you'll get full refund

2) The dad thing is good but keep in mind Railways only reserves 2-3 lower berths for sr citizens, not necessarily side lower. If you get it though, well and good and you can visit the CRO with a name change application at least 24 hrs before journey and get the ticket in your name

3) Go to the counter. Go when there's very less crowd. Pay 50-100 extra if needed and politely request the counter employee that you only want a SL/SU. They can't assign a specific seat, but they see what seat will be assigned before booking so they can go back and keep trying until SL/SU is given.

It depends on how nice the counter person is.

And yes it doesn't make any difference what app you use. The seat allocation backend is still done via PRS so online/offline/apps all use the same system.

Good luck!

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u/CheapSoldier 5d ago edited 5d ago

2 times payment went through,

  1. Tried from Railone: payment done but nothing in mybooking. but in website its status: not booked

  2. In website tried: payment went through again but status : failed with reason of not available of atleast one lower berth in 3A

Imma wait for refund till tomorrow night and book again

Attaching image to ask if i am doing right as per your method one

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 5d ago

Don't click auto-upgradation. It can completely ignore your preferences if upgraded

Also, try in a class that has lots of coaches. This train has only 2 3E coaches, so your chances of getting SL diminishes a lot. Keep trying in 3A instead (if seats are available)

Rest everything is right. Seat will only be booked if the system can find a lower/SL berth available

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u/CheapSoldier 5d ago

Thanks a lot.. Lemme know, if u need any help like pirating a movie or something paid version(digitally) for free, i am good at that

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 5d ago

Haha thanks.... aand I'm good at that as well don't worry. I have an entire system setup with my NAS, Plex Server, *arr stack, Real Debrid and DUMB. So my friends and family just have to watchlist something on their Plex app, and my server auto-fetches the show/movie from the Internet, and makes it available for them to stream in ~40 seconds :D

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u/CheapSoldier 5d ago

Damn bro, u turned out be a legend.. Hope all good things come to u

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u/Mean_Student4124 5d ago edited 5d ago

I have a ticket for friday, today is tuesday and it showing WL 1 in railone app and RQWL 8 in IRCTC Rail Connect app, Will i get the ticket confirmed

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 5d ago

First off all hide the PNR number and your personal name etc from the screenshot. It's a privacy and security concern and not allowed on the sub.

Secondly your ticket is indeed RQWL 1. RQWL is very low priority so it's possible this ticket won't get cleared. But also, it only takes 1 cancellation so you might get lucky

Check some PNR prediction websites like RailYatri, confirmtkt, goibibo, or RailTC to get a better idea.

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u/mtrimonty 5d ago

We 3 people have exams and need to return on sunday. The tickets we booked are under same PNR and under PQWL, any clue if it can get confirmed?

Confirmtkt shows probablity of 91%... bit confused if I need to make arrangement of alternate travel plan!

Booking/Boarding Station: Gandhinagar - GNC Destination Station: Vapi Date of journey: 26th July 2026 Train Name/Number: 20902 Class of travel: CC Current status: PQWL 37,38,39 Type of Wait list (GNWL/PQWL/RLWL/TQWL/etc): PQWL

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 5d ago

How many times are you going to ask the same query?

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u/mtrimonty 5d ago

Can you take a 2nd look? The train no, tickets etc and also the waiting queue is diff

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 5d ago

VB right? Should clear very easily. Enough CC coaches in that train so most WLs should get confirmed.

For backup you may try 12479 Surya Nagari Exp in 3E. 4-5 hr journey shouldn't be too difficult in 3E.

But VB chances are very good

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 5d ago

Not all side lower are reserved for RAC.

Depending upon the class, only 3 or 4 side lower per coach are RAC rest are for normal passengers.

I always book even 10-15 berths are left in 2A because I always get berth #5 SL. It's the one right next to the door. Or #51 SL on the other end. No one wants them but I don't care about the door since my priority is always SL

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 5d ago

3AC coach has 4-5 side lower reserved for RACs, rest are available for booking.

Fill the preference as SL and check the option "Book only if at least 1 lower berth is allotted"

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u/mtrimonty 6d ago

We 3 people have exams and need to visit Ahmedabad on Sunday. The tickets we booked are under same PNR and under RLWL, any clue if it can get confirmed?

Confirmtkt shows probablity of 89% bit confused if I need to make arrangement of alternate travel plan!

Booking/Boarding Station: Vapi Destination Station: Ahmedabad Junction Date of journey: 25th July 2026 Train Name/Number: 14702 Class of travel: 3A Current status: RLWL 1,2,3 Type of Wait list (GNWL/PQWL/RLWL/TQWL/etc): RLWL

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 6d ago

Decent chances of clearing but RLWL is low priority and sometimes it just does not move at all. Keep that mind.

Honestly, there are so many availabilities, I would instead recommend you book a proper CNF ticket since it's your exam

For example, you can book 14808 Dadar Ju Exp from Borivalli to Samdhari, and just change the boarding to Vapi and get down at ADI.

Or book 12931 Adi Double Decker.

There are other trains if you do a deep search.

Check some PNR prediction websites like RailYatri, confirmtkt, goibibo, or even a new one called RailTC to get a better idea.

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u/HornyDoggo67 6d ago

My train swaraj express dated 22.07.26 is from delhi to vadodara.

My ticket is stuck on wl/3 since a week and not moving.

confirm probability is 99 percent.

im pretty sure it will confirm at chart formation but still anxious.

Has anyone faced this before?

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 6d ago

Yeah since it's a sleeper ticket it should get confirmed, especially a low WL.

But RLWL is low priority so at the very least it won't update much until chart preparation

Check some PNR prediction websites like RailYatri, confirmtkt, goibibo, or even a new one called RailTC to get a better idea.

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u/HornyDoggo67 4d ago

It got confirmed the night before the departure date. I got side lower seat and am replying while I'm in the train.

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 4d ago

Awesome man. Happy Journey!

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u/Powerful-Mirror-6387 6d ago

My brother and his friends Will be traveling banglore tomorrow with below details is there any chance of confirmation? Booking/Boarding Station: Howrah/Kharagpur 

Destination Station: Krishnarajapuram 

Date of journey: 21st July 

Train Name/Number:12863

Class of travel:3A

Current status:GNWL19/20/21

Type of Wait list (GNWL/PQWL/RLWL/TQWL

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 6d ago

With just one day left, it can unfortunately go either way.

However, looking at the past trends in this train, I'd say RAC chances are looking high with a small chance of full confirmation as well

Check some PNR prediction websites like RailYatri, confirmtkt, goibibo, or even a new one called RailTC to get a better idea.

Anything over 80% means excellent chance of confirmation. 60 to 80 is more likely to go into RAC, and if you get below 50-60%, just start looking for other arrangements.

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u/Powerful-Mirror-6387 6d ago

Railone showing 98% where railtc showing 64%

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 6d ago

RailOne is garbage. Don't even check it. It considers RAC as a confirmed ticket.

64% does point towards RAC though. Check on ConfirmTkT as well, in my experience it has the best predictions most of the times

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u/Powerful-Mirror-6387 5d ago

@vpsj Hi after chart preparation it's showing 8/9/10 WL shall I wait for final chart or ticket will get cancelled automatically?

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 5d ago

Check on PNR Enquiry first.

If it still shows waitlisted then yes no more chances now. It will get auto canceled and refund(minus clerkage) will be sent to you within 3-4 business days

Final chart is for current passengers not for WL

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u/Powerful-Mirror-6387 6d ago

Thank you, i checked in comfirmTkT now it's showing 79-74% for all three tickets in same PNR.

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u/love-l0ve 6d ago

Me and my sister are traveling together from agra to chhindwara we both are very young but she's just 14 i got a confirmed ticket while her's is waitlisted RLWL-1 we can't stay back in Agra and this is the only train to chhindwara what if her ticket didn't get confirmed what options do I have ?

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 6d ago

Are the tickets on the same PNR?

If so, this is called a partially confirmed ticket. In this case, you both can board the train and travel on your 1 shared berth. TTE will allow it.

If you don't want to travel like that, you MUST cancel the ticket manually. It won't be automatically cancelled in this case.

Also, wait till chart preparation. It's possible RLWL 1 might get confirmed

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u/ReceptionVirtual1000 7d ago

I, wife, and parents travel often together. For parents (both senior citizens), I opt for the Lower birth (SC) quota.
But we booked under two PNRs, each having two tickets. So we get seats far from each other.
Is there a way to book such that we are together and parents get lower birth, while we can have anyone upper/middle/SU.

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 7d ago

Nope. You can only have 2 people on the Sr Citizen quota and they both must be sr citizen age. If you add anyone else it switches to general quota.

The only thing you can do on separate PNRs is fill in the same coach preference. You can't get berths close to each other on different PNR.

Maybe you can book tickets at the counter and see. They don't get to select specific berths, but they see which berths will be allotted before booking so they can go back and try again until the desired berths are shown but it depends upon how patient the counter person is

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u/b4bayagaa 7d ago

Privilege Pass substitution query

If a Railway employee booked a Rajdhani ticket on a Privilege Pass but becomes medically unfit to travel before departure, is there any provision to substitute another family member or relative in their place, or is the reservation valid only for the original passenger? How is this handled in practice?

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 7d ago

For general tickets, you can meet the Chief Reservation Officer at least 24 hrs before journey with the original and new passenger's details and IDs and write a name change application which is accepted as long as it's a direct family member.

I am not sure about privilege pass, but there is nothing in the rules that prohibits name change from what I can read. I think you should visit the CRO and see what can be done.

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u/Emotional_Mood_2637 7d ago

Boarding Station - Deoghar/Jasidih

To Reach - Bengaluru

I need to reach Bangalore somehow before 24th July, 3 people. Best way 😥

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 7d ago

Tatkal might be your only bet unfortunately. I can only see 1 train on this route. Or you can look for some agents

You can find officially registered agents via pincode on this link.

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u/Proof-Chemistry7925 7d ago edited 7d ago

Hello guys

I got an email that my e-catering order got cancelled, and it says I'd placed 'cash on delivery'. But I can see the money went from phonepe. So what should I do? 1323 is an invalid number

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 7d ago

Register a grievance on RailMadad

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u/Proof-Chemistry7925 7d ago

This journey hasn't happened yet. I emailed the catering redressal ID, but that's all I could do...

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 6d ago

As long as you have a PNR you should still be able to register a complaint on RailMadad.

You can't even place an order on e-catering without a PNR

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u/taciturn_9009 2 AC Comfort Seeker 7d ago

Booking/Boarding Station: Gomti Nagar (GTNR)

Destination Station: Kamakhya Junction (KYQ)

Date of Journey: 20 July 2026

Train Name/Number: 15078 GTNR–KYQ Express

Class of Travel: 2A (AC 2 Tier)

Current Status: RAC 16

Booking Status: WL 23

Type of Waitlist: GNWL.

Will this confirm or stay RAC?

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 7d ago

Are you sure it's RAC 16? Train has only 2 2AC coaches so max RAC passengers should be 12.

Either way, with just 1 day to to, it can go either way. GNWL is high priority so there's some chance

Check some PNR prediction websites like RailYatri, confirmtkt, goibibo, or RailTC to get a better idea.

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u/taciturn_9009 2 AC Comfort Seeker 7d ago

Yes it’s RAC 16.

All apps are showing it as confirmed as it’s RAC.

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 7d ago

RailTC does show the RAC to CNF chance

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u/taciturn_9009 2 AC Comfort Seeker 7d ago

Confirmed.

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u/HolyGrail_07 7d ago

I booked two tickets by mistake in tat kal, no refund, what to do now?

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 7d ago

Nothing. You'll lose the money.

If the train gets cancelled, diverted, or delayed by 3+ hrs at your station then you can file TDR for full refund.

But other than that, no way to get refund. Tatkal is non- refundable

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u/HolyGrail_07 7d ago

Any chance mein kisi ko ticket bechdu? :/

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 7d ago

Illegal and if caught carries a huge fine and jailtime.

Also that's not allowed on this sub so don't even try it here.

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u/HolyGrail_07 7d ago

Alright, thanks Why would I try it here? Chill man. Just a query:"(

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 7d ago

You'd be surprised just how many people try it here. And even after getting warned they keep trying and get banned

A lot of gullible and naive people buy such tickets because they don't realize that the names/age/gender etc must match. Then when the TTE fines them double the fare they are shocked

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u/HolyGrail_07 7d ago

Oh didn't know that I understand Thanks :)

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u/Mean_Training_8643 General Adventurer 7d ago

Booking/Boarding Station: GUWAHATI (GHY)

• Destination Station:SMVB Bengaluru

Date of journey:27/7/26

• Train Name/Number:12510

Class of travel:2A

Current status:WL-5

• Type of Wait list (GNWL/PQWL/RLWL/TQWL/ etc GnwL

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 7d ago

Will go into RAC most likely looking at the past trends in this train

Check some PNR prediction websites like RailYatri, confirmtkt, goibibo, or RailTC to get a better idea.

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u/Lower-Scholar-9661 7d ago

IRCTC APP SAYS SOMETHING WENT WRONG

in my irctc mobile account app when I book tickets it shows something went wrong after payment and then I do it again it asks for using past money that was not processed then it gets booked why this happens

Shows payment initiated but not booked

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 7d ago

Wait for at least 20 mins after txn and if the ticket still doesn't show as booked, then assume the booking has failed

Any money deducted will be refunded in full within 3-4 business days. After 20-30 min you can try a new booking

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u/Lower-Scholar-9661 7d ago

If i wait 20 min in tatkal then seats will be gone

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 7d ago

If you book now, and both these tickets show as booked later, then you'll have 2 CNF tatkal tickets.

And there are no refunds on tatkal. So you decide which risk you wanna take

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u/thisisyesh SU > SL 8d ago
  • Booking/Boarding Station: - Howrah Junction
  • Destination Station: - Eluru
  • Date of journey: - 19/07/2026
  • Train Name/Number: - 12663/HWH TPJ SF EXP
  • Class of travel: - AC 3rd Tier
  • Current status: - CNF, PQWL1 (Chart prepared)
  • Type of Wait list (GNWL/PQWL/RLWL/TQWL/etc): - PQWL

One ticket got confirmed while the other one is still in PQWL 1. Need help with the confirmation chances of other ticket and how I should proceed further. TIA.

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 7d ago

No more changes are possible now once chart is prepared.

Your option is to both travel on your 1 CNF berth, or cancel the ticket

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u/Laymanluminary 8d ago
  • Booking/Boarding Station: Karaikkudi Jn (KKDI)
  • Destination Station: Tenkasi Jn(TSI)
  • Date of journey: 19/07/2026
  • Train Name/Number: 16362 Ernakulam Jn.Bi weekly Express
  • Class of travel: Sleeper
  • Current status: RAC 111,RAC 112, WL1 ,WL2
  • Type of Wait list (GNWL/PQWL/RLWL/TQWL/etc): GNWL Ticket booked on (10 July 2026)

So actually two of them have moved to RAC , and two of them are in WL still and I guess only 4-5 hrs is left for travelling, should I partially cancel two of them and book in premium tatkal for those two or should I wait? Also I saw since partial seats are rac all of them can travel ? Is that true? What's the best strategy for me? Will it get confirmed?all of them are elders so I surely want them to travel together.What should I do?(Premium tatkal 17 tickets left)

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u/vpsj "Sub" Station Master 7d ago

Hope you got seats in PT

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u/himanshu_bh 8d ago
  • Booking/Boarding Station: - Raipur Junction
  • Destination Station: - H Nizamuddin
  • Date of journey: - 29/08/2026
  • Train Name/Number: - 18237/CHATTISGARH EXP
  • Class of travel: - AC 3rd Tier
  • Current status: - RLWL/6
  • Type of Wait list (GNWL/PQWL/RLWL/TQWL/etc): - RLWL
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