Western Railway has scheduled three pairs of special trains to facilitate students travelling to their examination centres for the RE-NEET examination, which will take place on June 21, 2026. This initiative aims to alleviate travel difficulties for candidates, ensuring they arrive comfortably and on time.

The railway administration indicated that these special services will operate along significant routes in Gujarat and Maharashtra, providing both sleeper and general class coaches for student convenience.

Details of the Special Train Routes

One notable train service will run between Maninagar in Ahmedabad and Bandra Terminus in Mumbai. Train No. 09472 is set to leave Maninagar at 8:30 AM on June 20, reaching Bandra Terminus at 6:15 PM on the same day. The return train, Train No. 09471, is scheduled to depart Bandra at 9:15 PM on June 20, arriving back in Maninagar at 6:00 AM on June 21. This service will make stops at multiple stations including Anand, Bharuch, Surat, and Borivali.

Another special service will connect Okha and Gandhinagar Capital, catering specifically to students travelling from the Saurashtra region. Train No. 09554 will depart Okha at 5:00 AM on June 20, and will reach Gandhinagar Capital by 3:00 PM that same day. The return service, Train No. 09553, will leave Gandhinagar Capital at 8:55 PM on June 21, arriving in Okha at 6:40 AM on June 22. Key stops for this route include Dwarka, Jamnagar, and Rajkot.

Additionally, a special train will serve students travelling from the Bhavnagar area to Gandhigram. Train No. 09254 is scheduled to leave Bhavnagar Terminus at 11:40 AM on June 20, arriving in Gandhigram at 4:10 PM. The return journey, Train No. 09253, will leave Gandhigram at 8:00 PM on June 21 and arrive back at Bhavnagar at 12:35 AM on June 22, making stops at stations like Sihor, Dhola, and Sarkhej along the way.

Booking and Service Information

Bookings for all three pairs of special trains are set to commence on June 19, 2026. Passengers will be able to book tickets through railway reservation counters as well as via the IRCTC website. Railway officials have stated that these additional services have been planned in anticipation of the expected movement of students and their families ahead of the re-examination.

In summary, the special train services are designed to provide reliable transportation for thousands of RE-NEET aspirants and their families. Given that examination centres are often located far from students’ hometowns, these services are expected to offer an economical and convenient travel option, allowing candidates to concentrate on their examinations without the stress of travel logistics.

Overall, the operations highlight Western Railway’s commitment to supporting students during this crucial period, ensuring that they have access to easy and affordable travel solutions as they prepare for their exams.

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