Railway Reservation Counter Open In Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and Karnataka
Railway Reservation Counter Open Following Cities In Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and Karnataka
Important Notice – Passenger Reservation Offices – Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and Karnataka will be opened from 22nd May, 2025 following all norms of social distancing & hygiene protocol. Pls note that Only reserved tickets will be issued and No refund will be done for the time being.
Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and Karnataka
Here’s the latest information on railway reservation counter operating hours for key states—Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Karnataka:
General Reservation Counter Timings (PRS Counters)
Indian Railways generally operates reservation counters from:
- Monday to Saturday: 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- Sunday: 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Some major centers may adjust these hours slightly—for instance, extending to 8:30 PM on weekdays, or operating in two shifts.
State-Specific Highlights
Andhra Pradesh & Telangana
- Pundi Station (Andhra Pradesh): Reservation counter runs from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
- Visakhapatnam: A major hub where the reservation counters operate:
- Weekdays & Saturdays: 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM
- Sundays: 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM
Maharashtra & Karnataka
While station-level timing data isn’t found for these states, they typically follow the standard schedule (8 AM–8 PM Mon–Sat, 8 AM–2 PM Sun) with possible minor extensions in high-traffic cities like Mumbai, Pune, or Bengaluru.
Booking via CSCs & Agents (Also Applies Across All States)
As of mid-2025, Indian Railways has reopened reservation ticketing through Common Service Centers (CSCs) and authorized agents. Key rules include:
- Tatkal Bookings require Aadhaar + OTP authentication, and agents are banned from taking Tatkal bookings during the first 30 minutes of quota opening.
This provides alternatives when PRS counters are crowded or unavailable.
Snapshot Summary
| State | Reservation Counter Timings |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 8 AM–8 PM daily; Visakhapatnam extends to 10 PM |
| Telangana | Likely the standard 8 AM–8 PM; Secunderabad has PRS center near main entrance |
| Maharashtra | Standard hours; metro stations may extend |
| Karnataka | Standard hours; major stations may have extended service |
| CSC/Agents Booking | Available beyond PRS hours; with Tatkal restrictions |
Additional Notes & Passenger Feedback
- Relay on UTS app: For booking general/unreserved tickets, especially late at night or during counter closures—UTS offers a convenient alternative.
- Be aware of lunch breaks: Counters may have short closures (15–20 minutes around midday), especially at smaller stations. This is common and generally short.
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