What Is PNR Status? And How To Check PNR Status?

The traveler chooses to check the status of the ticket on the railway website on a regular basis for the confirmation. This process becomes hassle-free and efficient with the help of PNR number. If the booking is confirmed/ unconfirmed, the traveler can figure it out by using the PNR number.

PNR can be used to check:

1. Coach number
2. Seat Number
3. Train number
4. Boarding station
5. Journey Date
6. Quota of booking
7. Status of the ticket

All the details of a passenger are stored in the centralized reservation system when a railway ticket is booked in Indian Railways. This detail can be seen with the PNR which is located on the left side of the ticket.

How to Check the PNR Number?

Majority of people are not aware of how to check their PNR status. The user can follow these steps to check the PNR number:

1. You can utilize the SMS service to know about the PNR status. Send your 10 digit PNR number to 139 or 5676747. All you have to do is type in PNR number in the SMS. Once the SMS is sent, you will get a revert with all the required details.

2. You can call the railway inquiry number 139. You may have to wait in the queue for your PNR details if you are lucky enough to go through. And expect a noisy call-center so listen to the details closely.

3. You can visit - www.indianrail.gov.in/enquiry/PNR/PnrEnquiry.html to know your booking details. This is the easiest way to check the PNR status. All you have to do is enter your PNR no. and all the details will be made available on your screen. You can also find alternate websites for this. These apps are available in different languages to make the process easy for the users.

4. You can also use your smartphone and install a number of apps available to help you out. All you need is an internet connection and the right app to check PNR status.