Can husband & wife travel together on 1 confirmed train ticket?
Written By: Mobin
No! Only confirmed ticket holders can board reserved coaches. If one ticket is confirmed & other is waiting, the waiting ticket gets auto-cancelled with refund.
Rule
Traveling illegally? ₹250 fine in Sleeper, ₹440 in AC coaches + fare from boarding station. Railway staff can remove you from the train!
Penalty
No-ticket travel is a crime under Railway Act Section 137. Penalty + possible jail time if caught traveling with waiting tickets in reserved coaches.
Jail Risk
All waiting tickets auto-cancel after chart preparation. Full refund processed automatically for online bookings (IRCTC).
Auto-Cancellation
New rules prioritize confirmed passengers' comfort & safety. Prevents seat disputes and illegal travel in reserved compartments.
Why?
Book early or check alternative trains if tickets are waitlisted. Never board reserved coaches with waiting tickets – it’s illegal!
Solution
Use IRCTC’s "Book Only if Confirmed" option while booking to avoid uncertainty. Travel safe, follow rules!
Pro Tip
भारत में ₹2.5 लाख से कम कीमत में Triumph Speed 400 का लॉन्च