First Class Train Seat Layout – Train First Class Seat Layout

First Class Train Seat Layout – Train First Class Seat Layout

First class train seating arrangement and First class train seat numbers

Used for longer journey by affluent class

Accommodation for 26 persons

Provided with door

5 compartment with 4 berth each

3 Coupe with 2 berth each

Toilets at the end

These are being phased out

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Here’s a detailed guide to First Class train seat layouts in Indian Railways, covering both First Class Non-AC (FC) and First AC (1A) configurations.

🛋️ 1. First Class Non-AC (FC) Layout

First Class (FC) is a non-AC coach found mostly on select older express or mail trains (e.g., Howrah–Kalka Mail, Punjab Mail, etc.). It is being phased out but still available on a few routes.

🔹 Layout Features:

  • Enclosed compartments with doors
  • 2 or 4 berths per compartment
  • No air-conditioning, but fans and curtains provided
  • More spacious than Sleeper or 2nd Class
  • No fixed seat numbers visible at boarding—TTE usually assigns seats on train

🔸 Seat Configuration:

Usually follows 2-berth (H coupe) and 4-berth (F cabin) layouts.

[ Door ]
| [ Upper Berth ]   [ Upper Berth ] |
| [ Lower Berth ]   [ Lower Berth ] |  ← 4-berth compartment

or

[ Door ]
| [ Upper Berth ] |
| [ Lower Berth ] |  ← 2-berth coupe

🔹 Coach Code: “FC”
🔹 No. of Seats/Berths per Coach: ~18–24
🔹 Toilets: Shared at coach ends
🔹 Curtains: Yes
🔹 Lockable Doors: Yes
🔹 Meals: No pantry, unless separately ordered

❄️ 2. First AC (1A) Layout – Highest Class in Indian Railways

This is the luxury class of Indian trains—air-conditioned with lockable doors, provided on major trains like Rajdhani, Duronto, and some premium Express services.

🔹 Layout Features:

  • Cabins of 2 berths (Coupes) or 4 berths (Cabins)
  • Fully air-conditioned, bedding included (sheets, pillow, towel, blanket)
  • Attendant service, reading lights, call bell (in premium trains)
  • No side berths unlike 2AC or 3AC

🔸 Layout Format:

🔹 2-Berth Coupe:

[ Door ]
| [ Upper Berth ] |
| [ Lower Berth ] |    ← 2 seats

🔹 4-Berth Cabin:

[ Door ]
| [ Upper Berth ]   [ Upper Berth ] |
| [ Lower Berth ]   [ Lower Berth ] |  ← 4 seats

🔹 Coach Details:

  • Coach Code: “HA” (mixed 1A/2A), or “H” (pure 1A)
  • No. of Berths per Coach: Usually 18–24 (fewer in modern trains)
  • Compartments: ~2–4 coupes (2-berth), ~4–5 cabins (4-berth)

📌 Key Differences: First Class (FC) vs First AC (1A)

Feature First Class (FC) First AC (1A)
Air Conditioning ❌ No ✅ Yes
Doors for Privacy ✅ Yes ✅ Yes
Curtains/Fans ✅ Yes ✅ Yes (AC)
Bedding Provided ❌ No ✅ Yes
E-Ticket Availability ❌ Rarely ✅ Widely available
Layout Type 2-berth & 4-berth cabins Same
Reservation Preference Manual (via TTE) Computerized (can’t choose coupe/cabin online)

🧾 Notes on Booking Preferences:

  • Coupes vs Cabins: You can request a 2-berth coupe (ideal for couples or solo female travelers), but allocation is automated by Indian Railways based on age, gender, seniority, and availability.
  • Contact the Chief Reservation Officer or write a request during booking if you need a coupe for privacy.

🚆 Trains with First Class (FC or 1A)

  • FC: Kalka Mail, Punjab Mail, Dibrugarh–Kolkata Mail, etc.
  • 1A: All Rajdhani, many Duronto, Shatabdi Executive Chair, select Mail/Express trains like Dehradun Express, Prayagraj Express, etc.

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