Train PNR Status - How does it work?

Explore this presentation to know about what is PNR status and different ways to track the train PNR status of the Indian railways.

1. PNR Status for Trains - How does it work?

2. Introduction What is PNR? PNR (Passenger Name Record) is a unique 10-digit number provided to train passengers. It's generated when a booking is made in Indian Railways. Purpose of PNR: Holds essential information about the journey such as passenger details, train details, and ticket status.

3. Key information in a PNR number Passenger details (Name, Age, Gender) Train details (Train Number, Date of Journey) Ticket booking status (Confirmed, Waitlisted, RAC - Reservation Against Cancellation) Coach and Seat Number (if confirmed) Charting status

4. PNR status codes and their meanings CNF (Confirmed): Seat is confirmed, and details are provided. WL (Waitlisted): No confirmed seat; waiting for cancellations. RAC (Reservation Against Cancellation): Allowed to board the train, but seat-sharing may occur. CAN (Cancelled): Ticket has been canceled.

5. Importance of checking PNR status Helps passengers know the current status of their ticket (Confirmed/Waitlisted). Vital for planning trips, especially for waitlisted passengers. Offers peace of mind knowing the seat is secured

6. Factors affecting PNR status Train Route: Long-distance trains often have higher chances of seat confirmation. Booking Time: Earlier bookings are more likely to get confirmed seats. Passenger Cancellations: Waitlisted tickets may move to confirmed when other passengers cancel their bookings

7. How to check PNR status? Online Portals: You can check PNR Status through i xigo ’s web portal You can also check PNR status on i xigo Train a pp SMS Services: Send an SMS with PNR number to 139 Call Services: Dial 139 to know the PNR status via voice support

8. Benefits of knowing PNR status in advance Avoid last-minute surprises. Make alternative travel arrangements if the ticket is not confirmed. Know your seat allocation before boarding the train

9. Technical integration Real-Time Updates: Websites and mobile apps provide real-time PNR status updates. Integration with Travel Apps: Users can link PNR details to travel planners for automated notifications.

10. Conclusion PNR Status is essential for passengers to track their train journey. Always check your PNR status before the journey for a smooth travel experience.