Indian Railways has started operating special trains to help candidates appearing for the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) examinations. These services are designed to handle the heavy rush of students and ensure they reach their exam centers comfortably. The Northeast Railway and Northern Railway are managing these operations to avoid overcrowding in regular trains.
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What are the schedules for the special examination trains?
Special trains will operate from June 13 to June 21, 2026. These trains feature unreserved coaches to accommodate a large number of candidates. The railway administration may increase the number of coaches if the demand rises.
| Train Number | Route | Departure Time | Date of Operation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05149 | Varanasi City to Gorakhpur | 7:30 PM | June 13 to June 21, 2026 |
| 05150 | Gorakhpur to Varanasi City | 3:15 AM | June 14 to June 21, 2026 |
| 04206 | Lucknow to Varanasi (via Ayodhya Cantt) | 7:00 PM | June 13, 2026 |
| 04208 | Varanasi to Gaya (via DDU) | 7:00 PM | June 13, 2026 |
| 04323 | Bareilly to Ghaziabad | 10:50 PM | June 13 and 14, 2026 |
| 04324 | Ghaziabad to Bareilly | 8:10 PM | June 13, 14, and 15, 2026 |
How is the railway managing the crowd at stations?
To prevent the kind of chaos seen during the UP Police Constable exams in early June, additional security personnel have been deployed at major hubs like Varanasi Junction and Lucknow Charbagh. Station Director Arpit Gupta and other senior officials confirmed that these arrangements are specifically for the convenience of RRB candidates. This move aims to reduce pressure on regular services and provide a smoother journey for students traveling from distant areas.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When will the RRB NTPC special trains operate?
The special examination trains are scheduled to operate between June 13 and June 21, 2026, depending on the specific route.
Which stations are seeing extra security for the exams?
Additional security personnel have been deployed at key stations including Varanasi Junction and Lucknow Charbagh for better crowd management.