Check PNR Status

Every train ticket has a 10-digit PNR that allows travellers to check PNR status before boarding. It helps passengers know the exact live status of their train. Sometimes, travellers book a ticket but receive a waitlist list number and not a confirmed ticket. You can also check out the status here to know whether the ticket is confirmed.

What is PNR?

PNR refers to “Passenger Name Record”. It is a unique identification number that helps passengers to find their train status through train tickets. On board, it allows the train in charge to ensure the correct number of passengers. These PNRs are valid for one year and expire after the journey is complete. This information is maintained by the Centre of Railway Information System (CRIS) along with Live train PNR status and availability of berths in all classes for the next 60 days. These PNRs are allotted to all passengers who have booked a railway ticket online or offline. Through the PNR number, one can access the traveler's details including their name, age, and gender.

How to check PNR Status Online

To make a PNR enquiry of your ticket either on the waitlist or RAC, you can follow the easy steps. Zoop offers multiple functionalities along with checking PNR status on its website.

Search for the Zoop website on your browser and click on Check PNR Status
Insert your 10-digit number in the given field and click on “Check the PNR Status.”.
After proceeding, the screen will display passenger information along with the train status.
You can also utilize the Zoop WhatsApp facility to check the status of your train as well.

Waiting List Tickets Status Details

Have you noticed that when you inquire about your train status through your PNR, you have various types of codes displayed on the screen? That information can be complicated or confusing. That’s why we have simplified that code for travellers.

CNF:Confirmed
RAC: Reservation against cancellation
WL: Waiting List
GNWL: General Waiting List
PQWL: Pooled Quota Waiting List
RLWL: Remote Location Waiting List
TQWL: Tatkal Quota waiting list
NOSB: No Seat Beart

What Information Does a PNR Number Provide?

The PNR usually contains every detail about the passengers travelling including name, age, sex, contact details, travel agency, payment information, travel destinations etc PNR allows passengers to check whether the tickets are confirmed on the waiting list. It also holds information like seat allocation details, coach, and seat number. In case of any change of plans, passengers can use the unique number to know the PNR status through various channels, i.e., online portals, mobile apps, and even a toll-free number.

PNRs are also helpful in the process of cancellation and refund policy. Passengers can simply cancel their train itinerary by using the PNR number and receive refunds as part of the cancellation policy.

Check PNR Status Via SMS & WhatsApp

For the feasibility of users, Zoop has developed the concept of PNR Status via WhatsApp. This is India’s first optimized real-time PNR status-checking option without having to rely on third-party websites for information. You are only required to have WhatsApp to access this facility. Simply send a message to Zoop number to Check PNR status on WhatsApp.

Here are the following steps to check the PNR Status of your train ticket on WhatsApp.

Say Hi to Zoop's WhatsApp number 7042062070.
A WhatsApp response will be sent frequently with options to choose from.
Choose the PNR status option to check its status.
Enter your 10-digit PNR number
In a flash, Zoop will retrieve your data and display your train status in real time.

Importance of Checking PNR status

Passengers who are running late can check the PNR Status to see the exact train status. This also allows you to track any delays and cancellations. Passengers can also figure out their train schedule which allows passengers to plan their journey. Regular PNR check eliminate uncertainty and provide peace of mind, especially for journeys with waitlisted or RAC tickets. The likelihood of your waitlisted ticket getting confirmed depends on cancellations of confirmed and RAC tickets. Through PNR status, you can order food to your seats by giving the PNR number. You can book IRCTC Retiring rooms and dormitories and get them at cheaper prices at railway stations.

PNR Confirmation Chances and Prediction

PNR confirmation probability and confirmation means the chance of getting a training status confirmed if the current status is “Not Available”. Once all the confirmed seats are booked, the Indian Railway releases a waitlist ticket for further bookings on the respective trains and classes. The ticket confirmation usually depends upon the cancellation of any confirmed ticket and RAC tickets only. It also relies on factors like weekends, seasons, festivals, and special events, among other factors once your ticket is confirmed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is a PNR number?

PNR refers to the Passenger Number Record containing details of the passengers such as train couch, berth number, timing of the train, and platform.

Q2. Where can I find the PNR number on my train ticket?

Passengers travelling on the Indian Railway can view the PNR on the upper-left-hand side of a train ticket.

Q3. How can I check my PNR status online?

Passengers can simply check their train status through the Zoop website. Add the PNR number to check the PNR status section and click on submit to know every information.

Q4. What details are included in the PNR status?

The PNR usually contains every detail about the passengers travelling. PNR allows passengers to check whether the tickets are confirmed on the waiting list. It also holds information like seat allocation details, coach, and seat number.

Q5. What does it mean if my PNR status shows RAC or WL?

RAC refers to Reservation against cancellation which applies to the reservation if a cancellation is informed. WL refers to the waitlist which includes a list of unconfirmed tickets.

Q6. Can a PNR number be used to check booking details for multiple passengers?

Yes, the PNR number can be used to check booking details for multiple passengers. At Zoop, a single PNR can be used for group orders as well.

Q7. Can I check the PNR status through SMS or WhatsApp?

Yes, at Zoop, you can check PNR status on WhatsApp and on SMS. Simply message on “Hi” with your PNR number on Zoop number and you will get live-train status.

Q8. How reliable is the PNR status prediction?

The reservations usually depend on the route and time of booking. In case of festive occasions, The ticket confirmation usually depends upon the cancellation of any confirmed ticket and RAC tickets only.