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Indian Railways Ticket Status Codes
Full form and meaning of all PNR status codes explained
| Code | Full Form | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| CNF | Confirmed | Seat or berth is confirmed and guaranteed |
| CON | Confirmed | Confirmed ticket (alternate code) |
| RAC | Reservation Against Cancellation | Seat shared, passenger allowed to travel with upgrade possibility |
| WL | Waiting List | No seat allotted, travel not permitted if remains WL |
| GNWL | General Waiting List | Highest confirmation priority from general quota |
| PQWL | Pooled Quota Waiting List | For intermediate stations with shared quota |
| RLWL | Remote Location Waiting List | For passengers boarding/de-boarding at remote stations |
| TQWL | Tatkal Quota Waiting List | Waiting list for Tatkal quota bookings |
| CAN | Cancelled | Ticket cancelled, travel not allowed |
| REGRET | Regret | No berth available during booking (Tatkal) |
| RELEASED | Released | Chart prepared, seat released for booking |
| RLGN | Released General | Seat released to general pool after chart preparation |
Seat or berth is confirmed and guaranteed
Confirmed ticket (alternate code)
Seat shared, passenger allowed to travel with upgrade possibility
No seat allotted, travel not permitted if remains WL
Highest confirmation priority from general quota
For intermediate stations with shared quota
For passengers boarding/de-boarding at remote stations
Waiting list for Tatkal quota bookings
Ticket cancelled, travel not allowed
No berth available during booking (Tatkal)
Chart prepared, seat released for booking
Seat released to general pool after chart preparation
Important Information
Chart preparation happens approximately 4 hours before train departure. If your ticket status remains WL after chart preparation, it will be automatically cancelled and you`'`ll receive a refund for online bookings. RAC tickets allow you to board the train with a shared berth.
Common Questions About PNR Status
Find answers to the most commonly asked questions about Indian Railways ticket booking and PNR status