Indian Railways has announced a major relief for passengers traveling during the summer vacations. To manage the heavy rush and help passengers with waiting tickets get confirmation, the railway has decided to add extra sleeper and AC coaches to several long-distance trains. These changes are primarily aimed at routes connecting Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Rajasthan.
Which trains are getting extra coaches?
Starting June 2, 2026, 34 long-distance trains passing through or starting from Uttar Pradesh will have additional coaches. For example, the LTT-Sultanpur Express (04211/12) and LTT-Varanasi Special (04225/26) will see an increase in capacity. Similarly, the New Delhi-Dibrugarh Rajdhani Express (12423/24) will get an extra Third AC Economy coach between June 6 and June 14.
Route-wise details of additional coaches
Different railway zones have implemented specific plans to handle the crowd. The North Western Railway has added coaches for routes like Ajmer-Amritsar and Jaipur-Delhi. Meanwhile, the Jammu Division has added coaches to the Jammu Tawi-New Delhi Rajdhani and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra-New Delhi Express to assist pilgrims and tourists.
| Train/Route | Additional Coach Type | Effective Dates |
|---|---|---|
| LTT-Sultanpur Express | Third AC Economy | June 3 to 11 |
| Varanasi-Indore Mahamana | Sleeper | June 2 to 12 |
| Ranchi-Godda Express | 3 Third AC, 1 Sleeper | June 6 to 7 |
| Jammu Tawi-New Delhi Rajdhani | Third AC | June 6 to 12 |
| Jaipur-Delhi Double Decker | Executive AC Chair Car | June 1 to 30 |
| Jodhpur-Delhi | 2nd AC & 3rd AC Economy | June 1 to 2 |
New rules for waiting list bookings
To prevent extreme overcrowding, Indian Railways has decided to limit waiting ticket bookings to a maximum of 30% of the coach capacity. This new rule will be fully implemented after June 2026. Additionally, the operation of clone special trains between Barauni-New Delhi and Darbhanga-New Delhi has been extended until July 16, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How can I know if my train has extra coaches?
Passengers can check the official IRCTC website or NTES app. Trains like Rajdhani and Mahamana Express have already been updated with additional AC and sleeper coaches for June 2026.
What is the new rule for waiting list tickets?
Indian Railways will now limit waiting list bookings to 30% of the total coach capacity to reduce overcrowding, effective after June 2026.