NEET re-exam 2026: Indian Railways to run special trains in MP, Gujarat and Maharashtra
Indian Railways has announced special travel arrangements for students appearing in the NEET UG 2026 re-examination on June 21, 2026. The National Testing Agency (NTA) scheduled this re-exam after the May 3 exam was cancelled due to a paper leak. To ensure students reach their centers on time, special trains and modified local services will be operational across several states.
What are the special train arrangements for MP, Gujarat and Maharashtra?
Indian Railways will run a one-trip special train (No. 09354/09353) between Indore and Bhopal, and Bhopal and Ratlam on June 20, 2026. In Gujarat and Maharashtra, Western Railway has announced three pairs of special trains covering routes like Maninagar-Bandra Terminus, Okha-Gandhinagar Capital, and Bhavnagar Terminus-Gandhigram. These trains will feature sleeper and general class coaches to accommodate the rush.
How will Mumbai local trains and MP stations be managed?
Central and Western Railways have cancelled all mega blocks and jumbo blocks on June 21, 2026. All 1,820 local trains, including 94 AC services, will run as per the regular timetable. In Madhya Pradesh, West Central Railway’s Bhopal Division will deploy extra staff, RPF, and inquiry counters at stations in Bhopal, Guna, Vidisha, Narmadapuram, and Ashoknagar to manage the crowd.
Details of Indore-Bhopal-Ratlam Special Train
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Train Numbers | 09354 / 09353 |
| Departure (Indore) | 11:25 AM (June 20) |
| Arrival (Bhopal) | 7:00 PM (June 20) |
| Return (Bhopal) | 7:40 PM (June 20) |
| Key Stoppages | Fatehabad, Badnagar, Ratlam, Nagda, Ujjain, Maksi, Shujalpur, Sehore, Sant Hirdaram Nagar |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When is the NEET UG 2026 re-examination scheduled?
The NTA has officially scheduled the NEET UG 2026 re-examination for Sunday, June 21, 2026.
Will Mumbai local trains be affected by maintenance blocks on June 21?
No, Central and Western Railways have cancelled all mega blocks and jumbo blocks to ensure all 1,820 local trains run normally.