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Indian Railways Caps Wait-Listed Tickets at 25% of Capacity

Railway zones can tailor the 25% cap per coach class according to booking patterns to reduce platform congestion.

“It has been decided that the maximum current waiting list limits will be revised to 25% of the redefined capacity of each class available at originating as well as roadside stations.” (Amit Sharma)
New Waiting Ticket Rule | Image: Representative
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Overview

  • Policy effective June 16 caps wait-listed tickets at 25% of each coach's redefined capacity for Sleeper, 3AC, 2AC and 1AC classes.
  • Passengers in concessional categories, such as the physically challenged or women, are excluded when determining the 25% limit.
  • Railway zones have authority to adjust their wait-list caps per train based on local booking patterns.
  • Officials say the measure will address past mismatches where unconfirmed passengers crowded reserved coaches, causing delays and disputes.
  • The Railway Protection Force and travel associations expect the quota to ease station crowding and improve journey predictability.