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What are the two main categories of tickets mentioned in the content?
What are the two main categories of tickets mentioned in the content?
- Printed Card Tickets and Paper Tickets
- Single Journey Tickets and Return Journey Tickets
- Journey Tickets and Non-Journey Tickets (correct)
- Local Traffic Tickets and Foreign Traffic Tickets
Which of the following is NOT a type of Journey Ticket?
Which of the following is NOT a type of Journey Ticket?
- Soldier Ticket
- Excess Paper Ticket
- Circular Journey Ticket
- Platform Ticket (correct)
Which type of ticket is used for entering railway premises but not for travel?
Which type of ticket is used for entering railway premises but not for travel?
- Journey Extension Ticket
- Platform Ticket (correct)
- Self Printed Ticket Season Ticket
- Season Ticket
What information is always printed on a Printed Card Ticket in both Hindi and English?
What information is always printed on a Printed Card Ticket in both Hindi and English?
What is a 'HOR'?
What is a 'HOR'?
What information on a ticket for a lower class is printed in three languages?
What information on a ticket for a lower class is printed in three languages?
Based on the content, which type of ticket would an individual traveling from Mumbai to Delhi on a reserved train likely use?
Based on the content, which type of ticket would an individual traveling from Mumbai to Delhi on a reserved train likely use?
What is the maximum time allowed for a passenger to start their journey after booking a paperless ticket?
What is the maximum time allowed for a passenger to start their journey after booking a paperless ticket?
Which of the following statements about paper tickets is INCORRECT?
Which of the following statements about paper tickets is INCORRECT?
What are the requirements for a person to become a Jan Sadharan Ticket Booking Sevak (JTBS)?
What are the requirements for a person to become a Jan Sadharan Ticket Booking Sevak (JTBS)?
What type of ticket cannot be canceled?
What type of ticket cannot be canceled?
What is the commission charged by a JTBS for issuing a ticket?
What is the commission charged by a JTBS for issuing a ticket?
What must a passenger surrender at their destination to receive their luggage?
What must a passenger surrender at their destination to receive their luggage?
How many coupon books are issued to each member of the State Legislative Assembly or Council?
How many coupon books are issued to each member of the State Legislative Assembly or Council?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a member to travel using coupon books?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a member to travel using coupon books?
What happens if unused coupons are returned after one month of their expiry?
What happens if unused coupons are returned after one month of their expiry?
What must a booking clerk verify if there is any doubt about a member’s identity?
What must a booking clerk verify if there is any doubt about a member’s identity?
What kind of trains can members travel on with their coupons?
What kind of trains can members travel on with their coupons?
What is the validity period of a coupon book?
What is the validity period of a coupon book?
What must be collected by the booking clerk when issuing a ticket?
What must be collected by the booking clerk when issuing a ticket?
What denotes a ticket issued in exchange for RTC?
What denotes a ticket issued in exchange for RTC?
What occurs if a member is found traveling with un-exchanged coupons?
What occurs if a member is found traveling with un-exchanged coupons?
What is the maximum number of passengers that can be booked on a single UTS ticket?
What is the maximum number of passengers that can be booked on a single UTS ticket?
Which of the following is a feature of the Unreserved Ticketing System (UTS)?
Which of the following is a feature of the Unreserved Ticketing System (UTS)?
What happens to the original ticket when a passenger leaves it behind?
What happens to the original ticket when a passenger leaves it behind?
How many digits does the special UTS number consist of on the ticket?
How many digits does the special UTS number consist of on the ticket?
What is one of the main advantages of the UTS system for passengers?
What is one of the main advantages of the UTS system for passengers?
Which statement is true regarding the issuance of UTS tickets for distances less than 200 km?
Which statement is true regarding the issuance of UTS tickets for distances less than 200 km?
What type of ticket is issued by the Unreserved Ticketing System?
What type of ticket is issued by the Unreserved Ticketing System?
What is a defining feature of the connectivity in the Unreserved Ticketing System?
What is a defining feature of the connectivity in the Unreserved Ticketing System?
What is the format of the random number of a UTS ticket?
What is the format of the random number of a UTS ticket?
How is ticket stock represented in the UTS?
How is ticket stock represented in the UTS?
What is the primary purpose of the HOR when presented at the Booking Office?
What is the primary purpose of the HOR when presented at the Booking Office?
What will happen if a passenger is found traveling with an un-exchanged HOR?
What will happen if a passenger is found traveling with an un-exchanged HOR?
How is the identity card categorized for Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha members?
How is the identity card categorized for Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha members?
What is the procedure for MPs to legitimately travel with one companion?
What is the procedure for MPs to legitimately travel with one companion?
What facility is free of cost for MPs when halting at a station for a Consultative Committee meeting?
What facility is free of cost for MPs when halting at a station for a Consultative Committee meeting?
What should an MP do within 24 hours when they make a reservation by phone?
What should an MP do within 24 hours when they make a reservation by phone?
What distinguishes the two parts of the HOR slip?
What distinguishes the two parts of the HOR slip?
When can an MP get seats arranged from a VIP quota?
When can an MP get seats arranged from a VIP quota?
What does the Chief Reservation Supervisor need to send to the CTI?
What does the Chief Reservation Supervisor need to send to the CTI?
What is the maximum number of break journeys allowed for a ticket distance of 1200 Kms?
What is the maximum number of break journeys allowed for a ticket distance of 1200 Kms?
Which statement correctly describes the endorsement requirement for break journeys?
Which statement correctly describes the endorsement requirement for break journeys?
Which group is clearly exempt from the break journey rules?
Which group is clearly exempt from the break journey rules?
What is the penalty for a passenger detected traveling without endorsement after breaking their journey?
What is the penalty for a passenger detected traveling without endorsement after breaking their journey?
Which condition allows a break journey to be treated as valid in Garibrath trains?
Which condition allows a break journey to be treated as valid in Garibrath trains?
What is the maximum distance allowed for travel using the Izzat Pass?
What is the maximum distance allowed for travel using the Izzat Pass?
Which class has the highest supplementary charges for a Quarterly supplementary ticket?
Which class has the highest supplementary charges for a Quarterly supplementary ticket?
What is the validity period of the income certificate issued for the Izzat pass?
What is the validity period of the income certificate issued for the Izzat pass?
Which category of students is eligible for a free Second class season ticket?
Which category of students is eligible for a free Second class season ticket?
What is the unique condition regarding concessions for senior citizens concerning MST and QST?
What is the unique condition regarding concessions for senior citizens concerning MST and QST?
How many days before the expiry date can a Season ticket be renewed?
How many days before the expiry date can a Season ticket be renewed?
Which of the following is not a valid authority for issuing an income certificate for the Izzat Pass?
Which of the following is not a valid authority for issuing an income certificate for the Izzat Pass?
What charges apply for a 1st class season ticket concerning GST?
What charges apply for a 1st class season ticket concerning GST?
In which class are 2nd class season ticket holders not permitted to travel?
In which class are 2nd class season ticket holders not permitted to travel?
What is the purpose of the identity card when traveling with a season ticket?
What is the purpose of the identity card when traveling with a season ticket?
Which fee structure correctly reflects the cost relationship between different types of season tickets?
Which fee structure correctly reflects the cost relationship between different types of season tickets?
Which of the following statements about free and marginal luggage allowance is accurate?
Which of the following statements about free and marginal luggage allowance is accurate?
What is the maximum distance for which season tickets can traditionally be issued on non-suburban sections?
What is the maximum distance for which season tickets can traditionally be issued on non-suburban sections?
Which category of students receives a 50% concession on season ticket fares, and what is their age limit?
Which category of students receives a 50% concession on season ticket fares, and what is their age limit?
What responsibility does the booking clerk have regarding season tickets?
What responsibility does the booking clerk have regarding season tickets?
What should a season ticket holder do if they want to travel on a super-fast train?
What should a season ticket holder do if they want to travel on a super-fast train?
What is the requirement for a contract to be terminated without penalty from either side?
What is the requirement for a contract to be terminated without penalty from either side?
What additional counter is allowed in the contract?
What additional counter is allowed in the contract?
Which document is NOT required to be attached with the application?
Which document is NOT required to be attached with the application?
What is the purpose of appointing Station Ticket Booking Agents (STBA)?
What is the purpose of appointing Station Ticket Booking Agents (STBA)?
How long is the initial period of the contract before it can be extended?
How long is the initial period of the contract before it can be extended?
What type of performance review must be met for annual renewal of the contract?
What type of performance review must be met for annual renewal of the contract?
How many officers are included in the selection committee for appointments?
How many officers are included in the selection committee for appointments?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the application submission process?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the application submission process?
What is the Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) for NSG-4 category stations?
What is the Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) for NSG-4 category stations?
What responsibility does the STBA have in stations with UTS cum PRS?
What responsibility does the STBA have in stations with UTS cum PRS?
What must be done when a member is found traveling with un-exchanged coupons?
What must be done when a member is found traveling with un-exchanged coupons?
How long is the validity period of a coupon book issued to a member?
How long is the validity period of a coupon book issued to a member?
What action does the booking clerk take if they suspect the member's signature does not match?
What action does the booking clerk take if they suspect the member's signature does not match?
Which family members are permitted to travel with a member using coupon books?
Which family members are permitted to travel with a member using coupon books?
What happens to unused coupons returned after one month of the validity period?
What happens to unused coupons returned after one month of the validity period?
What is the role of the Accounts office at the end of the month regarding coupon transactions?
What is the role of the Accounts office at the end of the month regarding coupon transactions?
What is the primary penalty for a member failing to present an identity card during travel?
What is the primary penalty for a member failing to present an identity card during travel?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the process after a ticket is issued using coupons?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the process after a ticket is issued using coupons?
What is the deduction rate for cancellation of unused coupons returned before the expiry date?
What is the deduction rate for cancellation of unused coupons returned before the expiry date?
How are travel tickets recorded when using coupon books?
How are travel tickets recorded when using coupon books?
Flashcards
What is a railway ticket?
What is a railway ticket?
A document that allows a person to enter railway premises or travel by train, outlining journey details like starting and destination stations, distance, class, and fare.
What are printed card tickets?
What are printed card tickets?
Printed cards containing details like zonal railway, source and destination stations, distance, class, fare, and ticket number. They are used for single or return journeys within local or foreign traffic.
What are paper tickets?
What are paper tickets?
Paper tickets used for various purposes, such as reserved coaches, excess baggage, higher official requisition (HOR), and military personnel.
What are special types of tickets?
What are special types of tickets?
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What are non-journey tickets?
What are non-journey tickets?
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What is a platform ticket?
What is a platform ticket?
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What is a reservation ticket?
What is a reservation ticket?
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How does an MP Travel for Free?
How does an MP Travel for Free?
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Where does the Railway part of HOR go?
Where does the Railway part of HOR go?
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What happens if an MP travels without exchanging their HOR?
What happens if an MP travels without exchanging their HOR?
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Where does the HOR go after use?
Where does the HOR go after use?
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What colours are the MP Identity Cards?
What colours are the MP Identity Cards?
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Who can travel with an MP on Indian Railways?
Who can travel with an MP on Indian Railways?
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Can an MP bring an attendant?
Can an MP bring an attendant?
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Can an MP bring a companion if not travelling with spouse?
Can an MP bring a companion if not travelling with spouse?
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What facilities can an MP avail at a station?
What facilities can an MP avail at a station?
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Passenger Foil
Passenger Foil
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Guard Foil
Guard Foil
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Rail Travel Coupon Book
Rail Travel Coupon Book
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Purchasing Ticket with a Coupon
Purchasing Ticket with a Coupon
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RTC on a Ticket
RTC on a Ticket
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Coupon Book for In-State Travel
Coupon Book for In-State Travel
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Coupon Book for Out of State Travel or Family
Coupon Book for Out of State Travel or Family
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Member Signature on Coupon Book
Member Signature on Coupon Book
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Identity Card for Travel
Identity Card for Travel
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Coupon Book Validity
Coupon Book Validity
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What is the Unreserved Ticketing System (UTS)?
What is the Unreserved Ticketing System (UTS)?
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What is a cluster in the UTS system?
What is a cluster in the UTS system?
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Can tickets be issued for journeys starting outside the ticket issuing station in UTS?
Can tickets be issued for journeys starting outside the ticket issuing station in UTS?
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What are the advance booking restrictions for UTS tickets?
What are the advance booking restrictions for UTS tickets?
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What is the benefit of thin client technology in UTS?
What is the benefit of thin client technology in UTS?
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What is the purpose of the UTS ticket number?
What is the purpose of the UTS ticket number?
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What is the maximum number of passengers allowed on a single UTS ticket?
What is the maximum number of passengers allowed on a single UTS ticket?
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What is the structure of the UTS ticket roll?
What is the structure of the UTS ticket roll?
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How do the advantages of the UTS system benefit Indian Railways?
How do the advantages of the UTS system benefit Indian Railways?
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How do the advantages of the UTS system benefit passengers?
How do the advantages of the UTS system benefit passengers?
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Paperless Ticket
Paperless Ticket
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Paper Ticket
Paper Ticket
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Season Ticket
Season Ticket
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Mobile Ticket
Mobile Ticket
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Jan Sadharan Ticket Booking Sevak (JTBS)
Jan Sadharan Ticket Booking Sevak (JTBS)
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Suburban Season Tickets
Suburban Season Tickets
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Non-Suburban Season Tickets
Non-Suburban Season Tickets
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Manager's Exception
Manager's Exception
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Season Ticket Types
Season Ticket Types
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Identity Card
Identity Card
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Student Concession
Student Concession
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Luggage Allowance
Luggage Allowance
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Supplementary Ticket
Supplementary Ticket
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Supplementary Charges
Supplementary Charges
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Izzat Pass
Izzat Pass
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Income Certificate
Income Certificate
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Millennium Gift
Millennium Gift
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Season Ticket Renewal
Season Ticket Renewal
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Fare Rounding
Fare Rounding
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Season Ticket Cancellation
Season Ticket Cancellation
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Break Journey Rule: Minimum Distance
Break Journey Rule: Minimum Distance
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Break Journey Rule: Duration
Break Journey Rule: Duration
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Break Journey Rule: Number of Breaks
Break Journey Rule: Number of Breaks
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Break Journey Rule: Restrictions
Break Journey Rule: Restrictions
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What is a Guard Certificate (G.C.)?
What is a Guard Certificate (G.C.)?
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What is a Jan Sadharan Ticket Booking Sevak (JTBS)?
What is a Jan Sadharan Ticket Booking Sevak (JTBS)?
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What is the Selection Committee for STBA?
What is the Selection Committee for STBA?
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What is a Character Certificate?
What is a Character Certificate?
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What is the initial period of the STBA contract?
What is the initial period of the STBA contract?
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What is Earnest Money Deposit (EMD)?
What is Earnest Money Deposit (EMD)?
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What is the Supporting Document for Premises Ownership?
What is the Supporting Document for Premises Ownership?
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What is the EMD amount for different station categories?
What is the EMD amount for different station categories?
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What is the JAG Committee?
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What is the minimum ticket sales requirement for an extra ticket counter?
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Study Notes
Chapter 3: Tickets
- A ticket is an authorization to enter railway premises or travel by train.
- Section 50/1 of the Indian Railway Act dictates ticket issuance, specifying printed journey details (starting and destination stations, distance, class, fare, etc.) in Hindi and English.
- Section 50/3 of the Indian Railway Act mandates information on lower class tickets to include regional languages, while upper class tickets remain in Hindi and English.
- Two primary ticket types exist: Journey Tickets and Non-Journey Tickets.
A) Journey Tickets
- Three types of Journey Tickets include Printed Card Tickets, Paper Tickets, and Special Types of Tickets.
1) Printed Card Tickets
- Subtypes include: Local Traffic Adult Single Journey Ticket, Local Traffic Child Single Journey Ticket, Foreign Traffic Adult Single Journey Ticket, Foreign Traffic Child Single Journey Ticket, Local Traffic Adult Return Journey Ticket, Local Traffic Child Return Journey Ticket, Foreign Traffic Adult Return Journey Ticket, and Foreign Traffic Child Return Journey Ticket.
2) Paper Tickets
- Subtypes include: Blank Paper Ticket, Excess Paper Ticket, Excess Paper Receipt, Ticket for Reserved Coach/Reserved Train, Soldier Ticket, Higher Official Requisition (HOR), and MP Identity Card (ICCRP- Identity Card cum Railway Pass).
B) Non-Journey Tickets
- Subtypes include: Platform Ticket, Platform Permit, Retiring Room ticket, Cloak Room ticket, Supplementary charge ticket, Luggage ticket, and Baggage ticket.
3) Special types of tickets
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Subtypes include: Season tickets, Circular Journey Tickets, Check Soldier Ticket, Self printed ticket season ticket, Journey cum Reservation Ticket, Produce vendor ticket, Return journey ticket, Tourist Coupon ticket, Market vendor tickets, Journey extension ticket, and Turist ticket on Mumbai suburban section.
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Printed card tickets include details like zonal railway, stations, distance, class and fare.
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Ticket numbers range from 00000 to 99999 with an alphabet for additional series, typically.
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There are 8 types of printed card tickets differentiated by adult/child and type of ticket, as well as local/foreign travel.
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Excess Fare Tickets (EFT) are used when printed card tickets are unavailable or exhausted, with details manually written.
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Excess Fare Receipts (EFR) are used by ticket-checking staff for scenarios of passengers without tickets, un-booked baggage, or for journey extensions, as well as fare differences between classes.
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Reserved Coach/Train Tickets are issued when a coach or train is booked, containing details like starting and destination stations, distance, class, fare, etc.
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Soldier Tickets are issued by the Defence Ministry for troop travel, containing journey specifics and warrant numbers.
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Higher Official Requisition (HOR) tickets are for high-ranking officials, without cash payment and with fare debited to a department.
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MP Identity Card (ICCRP) is a special railway pass issued by the Parliament Secretary to MPs.
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Season Tickets are issued for different classes (1st and 2nd), monthly, quarterly, half-yearly, and yearly, for both suburban and non-suburban travel (though suburban usage has limits), with exceptions allowed. There are special stipulations for usage with regards to distance.
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Supplementary charges apply to season tickets based on classes.
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Izzat passes are for low-income individuals traveling 150 km or within a given range, requiring income certification.
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Tickets can be issued 3 days in advance for longer journeys based on UTS.
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UTS tickets can feature a 10-digit number and limit of maximum 4 passengers per ticket.
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Additional counters may be added dependant on traffic.
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Mobile and laptop booking is also applicable.
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Paperless tickets booking is available via mobile app.
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Special rules govern season tickets, including eligibility specifications and associated charges.
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JTBS agents are responsible for ticket sales at designated stations.
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Special rules apply to break journey tickets, limiting break journeys and specifying conditions.
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Special features for foreign tourists are available, including group travel discounts and guide services.
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Separate reservation facilities for tourists are in place at certain stations.
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Explore the details of ticket issuance according to Section 50 of the Indian Railway Act. This quiz covers types of tickets including Journey and Non-Journey Tickets, alongside specific ticket subcategories. Test your understanding of railway ticket policies and classifications.