Ballia to Kanpur Special Trains for UP PET Exam 2026
Indian Railways announces special unreserved trains between Ballia and Kanpur Central for UP PET 2026 candidates. Check the schedule and route here.
To support candidates appearing for the Uttar Pradesh Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026, railway authorities have announced the operation of special unreserved trains. These services will run between Ballia and Kanpur Central to manage the heavy passenger surge expected during the examination period.
Special Train Schedule and Timings
The railway will operate two specific train numbers, 05153 and 05154, completing a total of six trips to facilitate student travel. The schedule is as follows:
Train 05153: Ballia to Kanpur Central
This service is designed to bring students to their exam centers early in the morning. It will depart from Ballia at 7:30 PM on the following dates:
- October 24, 2026
- October 29, 2026
- October 31, 2026
The train is scheduled to arrive at Kanpur Central at 6:00 AM the following day.
Train 05154: Kanpur Central to Ballia
For the return journey, train 05154 will depart from Kanpur Central at 12:55 PM on these dates:
- October 25, 2026
- October 30, 2026
- November 1, 2026
It will reach Ballia at 1:15 AM.
Coach Composition and Ticketing Information
To ensure ease of access for the large number of students, these special services will consist of 10 general coaches and two SLRD coaches. Because these are unreserved services, passengers can travel using standard unreserved tickets, making the process quick and efficient for exam-takers.
Key Stoppages and Route Details
The special trains will provide connectivity across several important stations along the route. Major stops include:
- Yusufpur
- Ghazipur City
- Aunrihar
- Varanasi City and Varanasi Junction
- Gyanpur Road
- Prayagraj Rambagh and Prayagraj Junction
- Sirathu
- Fatehpur
Enhanced Crowd Management Measures
The North Central Railway's Prayagraj Division is actively preparing for the increased traffic. In addition to these special trains, the division will implement various crowd management strategies. These include adjustments to existing schedules and the deployment of extra rakes for regular trains to ensure that the movement of passengers remains smooth during the PET examinations, which are scheduled for October 25, 30, and November 1, 2026.