Does PQWL still move on the day of travel?
PQWL movement on travel day is minimal. The pooled quota is shared among multiple intermediate stations — cancellations in this pool are rare compared to GNWL. Only PQWL 1-2 has a meaningful chance on travel day (10-25%). PQWL 3-5 is under 10%. PQWL 6+ on travel day is extremely unlikely.
PQWL confirmation chances on travel day by number
PQWL 1: 15-25% (last-minute only). PQWL 2: 8-15%. PQWL 3: 5-10%. PQWL 4-5: Under 5%. PQWL 6+: Under 2%. If you are PQWL and travel is today, you should already have a backup plan in place.
What to do if PQWL has not moved by today
1. If PQWL 1-2 and chart is still hours away: small chance remains — watch and set alert. 2. If PQWL 3+: book an alternate now — Tatkal on another train or bus. 3. If chart is already prepared and status is WL: do not go to station, ticket auto-cancelled. 4. File no TDR — auto-refund is processed automatically for WL after chart prep.