The North Eastern Railway is running special trains to help candidates appearing for the UP Lekhpal recruitment main examination. The exam is scheduled for Thursday, May 21, 2026, and will be conducted by the UPSSSC. Sumit Kumar, the Chief Public Relations Officer of North Eastern Railway, announced these arrangements to ensure students reach their centers on time.
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What are the special train timings for candidates
The railway has introduced specific exam specials for different routes to handle the rush of 17,832 candidates. These trains will operate on May 21, 2026, to facilitate movement to 39 exam centers.
| Train Number | Route | Departure | Arrival |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05305 | Gorakhpur to Lucknow | 12:30 AM | 6:40 AM |
| 05306 | Lucknow to Gorakhpur | 6:15 PM | 11:55 PM |
| 05309 | Bareilly Jn. to Mathura Jn. | 4:00 AM | 8:45 AM |
| 05310 | Mathura Jn. to Bareilly Jn. | 1:10 PM | 5:50 PM |
Which other trains are rescheduled due to the exam
To manage the traffic of these special services, some regular passenger trains will run behind their usual schedule on May 21, 2026.
- Train 55335 (Kasganj-Mathura Jn.): Will depart at 1:00 PM instead of 11:40 AM.
- Train 15037 (Kanpur Anwarganj-Kasganj): Will depart at 12:45 PM instead of 11:40 AM.
- Train 55345 (Lucknow Jn.-Kasganj): Will depart Farrukhabad at 1:00 PM instead of 11:00 AM.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When is the UP Lekhpal Main Examination scheduled
The exam is scheduled for May 21, 2026. It will be held in a single shift from 10 AM to 12 PM.
What is the timing for the Gorakhpur-Lucknow exam special
Train number 05305 will leave Gorakhpur at 12:30 AM and reach Lucknow Junction at 6:40 AM on May 21.