Waiting list for special trains to begin from May 22: Railways

New Delhi: Indian Railways on Wednesday announced that the waiting list for the special trains will begin from May 22. However, the waiting list will be capped at 20 each for First AC and Executive Class. While for AC 3 tier, the list is capped at 100, 50 for AC 2 tier, 200 for sleeper class, 100 for chair cars.

Meanwhile, there is no provision for RAC tickets, as per the circular issued by the railways. Tatkal and premium booking facility will not be given for the time being. Moreover, the special train will also have quotas for ladies, senior citizens, and divyangjan from May 22.

The changes in the provisions for special trains will come into effect for tickets booked from May 15 for journeys beginning from May 22.

Earlier, the railways had ordered to allow passengers with only confirmed e-tickets. Booking of RAC/Waiting list tickets and onboard booking by ticket checking staff were not be permitted.