RAC stands for Reservation Against Cancellation. It is a type of ticket reservation system used by Indian Railways. It allows travelers to secure a spot on a train even when all seats are booked. This article explains how RAC works, its advantages, limitations, and other important details.
The full form of RAC is Reservation Against Cancellation. It is a ticketing option offered by Indian Railways that allows passengers to board a train even when seats are fully booked. RAC ticket holders may share a seat with another traveler, providing a chance to secure a confirmed berth if cancellations occur.
RAC is a type of ticket that provides a conditional reservation. If someone cancels their confirmed ticket, the RAC ticket holder can get a confirmed berth. This means that passengers with RAC tickets can travel on the train, but they might not have a full seat or berth to themselves. Instead, they share the seat with another RAC ticket holder.
When you book a ticket, there are two main categories: confirmed tickets and RAC tickets. Here’s a simple breakdown of the process:
RAC tickets come with several advantages:
While RAC tickets are helpful, there are some things to keep in mind:
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