Check PNR Status — August Kranti Rajdhani Express
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About August Kranti Rajdhani Express
August Kranti Rajdhani Express (12953) runs from Mumbai Central (BCT) to Hazrat Nizamuddin (NZM) and operates on Daily. It is a premium fully-AC train — Sleeper class is not available. Rajdhani Express trains have high demand and often carry long waitlists on popular travel dates. The train is priority-scheduled, making delays less common than regular Express services.
Booking Tips for August Kranti Rajdhani Express
Book August Kranti Rajdhani Express tickets at exactly 8 AM when ARP (60 days before departure) opens on IRCTC — these trains fill within minutes on popular dates. If you miss the ARP window and are waitlisted, Tatkal quota (AC class: opens at 11 AM, one day before departure) is the most reliable confirmed-seat backup.
Waitlist and Chart Details
The reservation chart for August Kranti Rajdhani Express (12953) is typically prepared 4 hours before departure from Mumbai Central. After chart preparation, WL status is finalised — if your ticket remains WL, it is automatically cancelled by IRCTC and a refund is credited within 5–7 business days. RAC passengers (status shows RAC/number) can board and will share a side-lower berth; the TTE can upgrade to a full berth if vacancies exist on board. For August Kranti Rajdhani Express, AC class Tatkal tickets open at 11 AM one day before departure — this is the last guaranteed window for confirmed seats if your WL has not moved.
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