Even after the chart is prepared, some seats remain vacant on the train. This is how you can book them.

Railway Rules: Even after the reservation chart is prepared, some seats may remain vacant on the train. This could allow you to get a confirmed ticket even at the last minute. Learn about the process.

Millions of passengers travel by train every day in the country. The railways operate thousands of trains for their convenience. Yet, getting a seat is not easy. Most people think that once the reservation chart is prepared, there is no chance left.

Some seats may still be available after the chart is prepared. If some seats remain vacant after the chart is prepared, the Railways puts them under current booking. Many passengers cancel their tickets at the last minute or do not travel. Such seats can be rebooked.

You can check availability at the station counter or on the online platform. Sometimes, seats become available just before the train departs. Sometimes, a passenger books a ticket but never boards the train. In such cases, the TTE may wait for a while and then offer the seat to another passenger in need.

This is especially beneficial for those with RAC tickets. If you have a valid ticket, speaking politely to the TTE can be beneficial. RAC means you have a fixed seating location, but not a full berth. However, sometimes seats remain vacant after the journey begins.

In such situations, RAC passengers are allotted a full berth. Often, RAC confirmation is granted within a few hours of the train's departure. Many passengers do not travel the full distance. They disembark at an intermediate station. After this, a seat becomes vacant for the onward journey. If a passenger in need is present in the coach, the TTE can offer that seat to them.

Sometimes, seats remain vacant in higher classes, such as 3AC or 2AC. If the lower classes are crowded, the system can automatically upgrade. Sometimes, the TTE also provides an upgrade based on the situation. This depends entirely on availability.

The railway's online system is constantly updated. Therefore, it's wise to check seat status even on the day of travel. A sudden cancellation or change may make a seat available. In such a situation, a confirmed seat is often available.