Passenger Ticketing System Overview
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Which color represents the air-conditioned class coupon tickets?

  • Green
  • Drab
  • White (correct)
  • Yellow

    • What type of ticket is printed in red ink on a white card?

  • Coupon tickets
  • Second class tickets
  • Platform tickets (correct)
  • First class tickets

    • Who is permitted to issue coupon tickets to foreign tourists?

  • Hotel reception desks
  • Any travel agency
  • Certain authorized tourist agencies (correct)
  • Government agencies only

    • What is the validity period of a platform ticket from the time of issue?

    <p>Two hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which color represents second class ordinary coupon tickets?

    <p>Yellow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What detail is perforated on each coupon ticket?

    <p>Date of issue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a foil of coupon tickets?

    <p>Admin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of maintaining a passenger fare notebook at each station?

    <p>To ensure correct fare recovery and facilitate ticket issuance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should happen when tickets are issued out of order?

    <p>A telegram should notify relevant stations of the incident.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should corrections in the passenger fare notebook be managed?

    <p>Corrections must be initialed by the staff making them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with tickets issued out of order regarding the passenger classification return?

    <p>They must be recorded under the entry of correctly issued tickets.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What document should note all tickets issued out of order?

    <p>Ticket stock book (Form Com./T-22)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum number of tickets that should be included in an indent if the annual consumption of tickets for a series is less than 100?

    <p>100</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When can larger stations be permitted to indent for tickets six monthly instead of yearly?

    <p>When storing tickets for a full year creates space issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be written in red ink on an emergent indent?

    <p>EMERGENT INDENT</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the Accounts Office handle the indent received from the Station Master?

    <p>Check it carefully and forward it to the ticket supplying office</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the printing press upon receiving an indent from the Accounts Office?

    <p>Retain the order copy and return the original to the station</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What document accompanies fresh stocks of passenger tickets when received?

    <p>Supply advice in duplicate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What may cause a station to submit an emergent indent?

    <p>Unexpected rush of traffic from events</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option correctly represents the allowed frequency of ticket indents for large stations?

    <p>Yearly or six monthly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect must railway administrations notify regarding the submission of indents?

    <p>The specific dates or months for the submission of indents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum permissible distance a longer route can exceed the shortest route?

    <p>15 percent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what condition can tickets be issued for a longer route?

    <p>The journey by the longer route must be quicker than by the shortest route.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must passengers be advised when they request tickets to a station without train service?

    <p>That the train does not run to that station.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When issuing tickets for stations where trains do not stop, what should the booking staff ensure?

    <p>They inform the passenger of the train's stoppage at the station.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be clearly indicated on tickets issued for combined mail/express and ordinary fare?

    <p>The stations between which journey by mail/express or ordinary trains can be performed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if a passenger wants to travel by a train that does not stop at their desired station?

    <p>They should be informed and potentially wait for the next stopping train.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended action for booking staff regarding the stopping stations of all trains?

    <p>They should familiarize themselves with stopping patterns for proper bookings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be included in the fare when issuing combined tickets for mail/express and ordinary fares?

    <p>Fares for the entire distance calculated using ordinary fares.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why must booking staff ensure they advise passengers correctly regarding train stops?

    <p>To avoid causing inconvenience or delayed travel for passengers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When a ticket is issued for a section of travel that includes both ordinary and mail/express trains, how should ticketing be handled?

    <p>A combination of both ordinary and mail/express fares should be calculated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of fare tickets may passengers traveling partly by mail/express trains and partly by ordinary trains receive?

    <p>Combined mail/express and ordinary fare tickets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what condition can passengers request a combined ticket for different classes of accommodation?

    <p>When they cannot travel in one class of accommodation throughout the journey</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should happen if combined printed card tickets are not available?

    <p>Blank paper tickets may be issued instead</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which scenario is 'backing up' or endorsing a ticket permitted?

    <p>When a passenger is instructed to stay at a roadside station for police inquiries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Station Master in the issuance of combined tickets?

    <p>To indent for combined printed card tickets if traffic volume justifies it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What fare structure is indicated for mail/express trains on certain railways?

    <p>Mail fares only apply over certain portions of a main line section</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a passenger do if they wish to travel by a train that does not provide one class of accommodation throughout?

    <p>Ask for a combined ticket covering multiple classes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is it NOT allowed to back up or endorse a ticket?

    <p>Without proper explanation given to the Station Master</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might a combined ticket be necessary for passengers?

    <p>To accommodate class changes during travel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if a passenger does not notify the Station Master promptly about their situation for ticket changes?

    <p>They may lose the opportunity to re-issue their ticket</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition must be met for issuing tickets for a longer route compared to the shortest route?

    <p>The longer route's distance cannot exceed the shortest route by more than 15%.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should booking staff inform passengers about train stoppage at a specific station?

    <p>When a non-stopping train is booked for travel to that station.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should combined tickets for ordinary and mail/express trains be priced?

    <p>Adding the difference between ordinary and mail/express fares for the distance traveled on mail/express trains.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must passengers be informed if the train does not run to their desired ticket station?

    <p>They should travel to the nearest station where the train does stop.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be indicated on tickets issued for a journey involving both mail/express and ordinary trains?

    <p>The stations where the journey can be performed by different train types.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process for issuing excess fare tickets when printed tickets are out of stock?

    <p>Issue excess fare tickets along with a report to the Divisional Office.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which materials are required to prepare excess fare tickets?

    <p>Double-sided carbon paper to ensure multiple copies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should a report regarding the issuance of excess fare tickets be submitted?

    <p>Immediately on the same date of ticket issuance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be noted on the excess fare ticket when issued?

    <p>The month and the realized amount in words and figures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the format for issuing special tickets for reserved accommodation?

    <p>Form Com./T-6.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary requirement when issuing printed card tickets after exhausting stock?

    <p>Issue printed card tickets for the farthest available distance first.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What indicates a need for excess fare tickets to be accounted for in a specific manner?

    <p>They must be treated similarly to blank paper tickets.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if the printing press does not return a copy of the indent within thirty days?

    <p>Send a telegram to both the Divisional Commercial Superintendent and the printing press.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the number of tickets to be indented be calculated?

    <p>Number of tickets estimated minus tickets on hand, rounded to the next hundred.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What specific details must be included when preparing indents for card tickets?

    <p>Names and code initials of stations, index numbers, route, and fares.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the procedure for preparing indents for money value books like excess fare tickets?

    <p>Prepare them with detailed instructions provided beforehand by railway administrations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true regarding the stamping process for indents?

    <p>The station stamp must be applied with clear impressions before dispatch.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be included in the remarks column for second class card tickets that are available by multiple types of trains?

    <p>Full particulars of the stations between which tickets are available by ordinary trains.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum annual requirement that necessitates Station Masters to indent for printed 'station to' card tickets?

    <p>10 tickets or more.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of indents may differ for combined classes of tickets?

    <p>Full particulars of the combination of classes must be shown against the relevant entry.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if a station fails to clearly fill in the columns of requisitions on an indent?

    <p>The indent will be returned for correction before processing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if a mistake is found in the supply of tickets?

    <p>Notify the issuing Station Master to cancel the gazette notification.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the Station Master do with misprinted or duplicate tickets upon discovery?

    <p>Return them to the printing press with appropriate documentation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the loss of tickets recorded by the Station Master?

    <p>In the ticket stock book and referenced in the daily trains cash-cum-summary book.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should accompany the examination of blank paper tickets?

    <p>A signed certificate noting the examination.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action should be taken if card tickets are counted?

    <p>Affix initials on the back of the highest numbered ticket in each bundle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long does the Station Master have to complete the examination and count of tickets after receipt?

    <p>45 days.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be recorded in the ticket stock book for each kind of ticket received?

    <p>Specific details of tickets received and their types.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of handling ticket discrepancies, what is the role of Traffic/Commercial Inspectors?

    <p>To check for proper documentation and certification during inspections.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What documentation should be referenced for short accountal of tickets?

    <p>The daily trains cash-cum-summary book.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of the Station Master when receiving ticket supplies?

    <p>To examine each ticket for correctness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the Booking Clerk do when issuing a platform ticket after 6 hours but before 8 hours?

    <p>Score out the number 8 on the ticket.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum number of attendants allowed for each passenger traveling in air-conditioned sleeper class?

    <p>One attendant only.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is printed on platform tickets to indicate their validity duration?

    <p>Hours of the day in even figures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long is a platform ticket valid from the time of issue?

    <p>Two hours.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For what purpose should platform tickets be issued?

    <p>For persons visiting the station without any travel plans.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required to be scored out on a platform ticket by the Booking Clerk?

    <p>The printed time of the issue.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the cost of a platform ticket as mentioned in the provided information?

    <p>Rs. 1.50.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should happen to platform tickets that are issued after the designated cutoff time?

    <p>They still remain valid but must reflect the new ending time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes the process for issuing tickets for attendants in air-conditioned class?

    <p>Tickets for attendants are issued from and to any station on the relevant route.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is indicated by the railway officials when issuing platform tickets?

    <p>The hours that define validity of the ticket.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Passenger Tickets

    • Passenger tickets are issued upon payment of fare
    • Two types of tickets exist: card tickets and paper/computer-printed tickets
    • Card tickets are preferred in booking offices for easier accounting, except when unavailable. Excess fare tickets can be issued instead.

    Card Tickets

    • Should be issued unless paper tickets are unavailable or for over 10 tickets a year
    • Printed tickets for adults and children must include:
      • Names of origin and destination stations
      • Fare amount
      • Carriage class (Mail/Express/Ordinary)
      • Distance (kilometers)
      • Possible alternative routes
      • Ticket number
      • Date of issue
      • Journey start date
      • Return journey completion date (if applicable)
      • Specific travel points
    • Tickets have a red background with railway name
    • Through booking tickets have a red band
    • Details are printed in Hindi, English and regional languages (for lower classes); if not feasible, the Central Government can exempt the specification in those languages.

    Printed Tickets

    • Used when card tickets are unavailable.
    • Adult and child tickets have following information
      • Station names (origin and destination)
      • Fare amount
      • Travel class (Mail/Express/Ordinary)
      • Distance in kilometers
      • Alternative routes
      • Ticket number
      • Date of issue
      • Start date of journey
      • Return journey completion date (if applicable)
      • Specific locations of travel
    • Printed on special paper
    • Printed in specific colors (e.g., first class = white, AC sleeper = green) for each class
    • The colour of a combined ticket is that of the highest class
    • Concession tickets have same color as the ticket for the class for which the concession is available

    Ticket Numbering

    • Machine-numbered in progressive series
    • Tickets have consecutive numbers ranging from 00,000 to 99,999

    Child/Concession Tickets

    • Issued if concessional fares for adult are the same as those for a child (in special cases)
    • Distinguishable from child tickets by scoring out "Child" and writing "Concession"

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