Unreserved Exam Special Train Between Tirunelveli – Madurai (Train No. 06103/06104)
Unreserved Exam Special Train Between Tirunelveli – Madurai (Train No. 06103/06104) time table, route, frequency and fare
Southern Railway Special Trains for Exams Tomorrow and Day After i.e., 05-09-2025 & 06-09-2025
Also Check: Tamil Nadu Special Trains 13 Trains Full Details From 7th September 2025
As approved by Railway Board the following two pairs of Passenger Special Trains With Fully Unreserved Tickets will be run for the benefit of candidates appearing for the upcoming National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) exams.
Here’s the official information about the Unreserved Exam Special Train between Tirunelveli and Madurai (Train Nos. 06103 / 06104), introduced by Southern Railway in September 2025 to support NDA/NA exam-bound students:
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🚆 Train Overview
- Train No. 06103: Tirunelveli Junction (TEN) → Madurai Junction (MDU)
- Train No. 06104: Madurai Junction (MDU) → Tirunelveli Junction (TEN)
- Operated as a fully unreserved exam special train, requiring no advance reservation, using 18 General Second Class coaches + 2 SLRs (no AC/Sleeper).
([turn0search4]) - Designed to run for NDA/NA exam candidates on 5–6 September 2025 only — not a recurring service.
🕒 Timetable & Frequency
- 06103 (Tirunelveli → Madurai):
- Departed Tirunelveli at ~05:15 IST
- Arrived at Madurai around 06:43 IST
- Distance: ~87 km, Journey time ~1 h 28 m, 2 major halts (at Kadambur and Kovilpatti)
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- 06104 (Madurai → Tirunelveli):
- Departed Madurai around 06:00 IST, arriving Tirunelveli at ~21:00 IST same day
- Distance: ~157 km, journey time ~2 h 45 m (via Satur and intermediate halts)
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Frequency: Both services ran just once, only on 05–06 September 2025 for exam purposes. They are not active currently (2025).
📋 Summary Table
| Train No. | Direction | Departure | Arrival | Duration | Route Distance | Class | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06103 | Tirunelveli → Madurai | ~05:15 | ~06:43 | ~1 h 28 m | 87 km | Unreserved GS | One-time exam special |
| 06104 | Madurai → Tirunelveli | ~06:00 | ~21:00 | ~2 h 45 m | ~157 km | Unreserved GS | One-time exam special |
ℹ️ Additional Context
- These were COVID-reserved exam specials, run under IRCTC approval via notice published on 5 September 2025, solely for exam-takers traveling between TEN and MDU ([turn0search4]).
- No pantry car or e‑catering was provided; seating was strictly general unreserved.
- As of mid‑2025, there is no ongoing or planned revival of this train — regular reserved-express connections like Vande Bharat, Express and Passenger trains now serve this corridor.
✅ If You’re Planning to Travel Now
- For reserved travel, options include 12632 Nellai Express, 20636 Ananthapuri Express, and special Vande Bharat Express services between Tirunelveli and Madurai.
- For unreserved or bulk travel needs (e.g., exam groups), you may consider requesting Southern Railway for a similar exam-special unreserved train, citing high demand or exam schedules.
Would you like help with:
- Drafting a letter to railway authorities requesting reinstatement of this unreserved special?
- Current reserved train options, fares, and seat availability?
- Station-by-station halts for active services on this corridor?
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