Let’s know the various waiting list codes used in Indian Railways:
- GNWL (General Waiting List):
- GNWL is the most common type of waitlist status.
- It applies to passengers booking tickets from the train’s origin station or nearby stations.
- GNWL tickets have the highest probability of confirmation.
- RLWL (Remote Location Waiting List):
- RLWL tickets are issued for intermediate stations between the origin and terminating stations.
- These stations are usually important towns or cities on the route.
- RLWL tickets have lower chances of confirmation compared to GNWL.
- PQWL (Pooled Quota Waiting List):
- PQWL is assigned when a pooled quota is available for multiple stations.
- It’s used for passengers boarding at intermediate stations.
- PQWL tickets have moderate chances of confirmation.
- RLGN (Remote Location General Waiting List):
- RLGN is similar to RLWL but applies to general quota passengers.
- It’s issued for intermediate stations.
- RLGN tickets have lower chances of confirmation.
- RSWL (Roadside Station Waiting List):
- RSWL is specific to certain popular stations along the route.
- It’s for passengers boarding at these stations.
- RSWL tickets have moderate chances of confirmation.
- CKWL (Tatkal Waiting List):
- CKWL is for Tatkal quota tickets.
- It applies to passengers booking under the Tatkal scheme.
- CKWL tickets have decent chances of confirmation.
- RAC (Reservation Against Cancellation):
- RAC passengers get a half berth.
- They can travel even if their ticket isn’t fully confirmed.
- RAC status is favorable for travelers.
- RQWL (Request Waiting List):
- RQWL is for passengers requesting a specific route.
- It’s applicable when no direct train is available.
- RQWL tickets have lower chances of confirmation.
Remember, ticket status can change until the final chart preparation.
