UPSSSC PET 2026: 13 special trains run for candidates on exam days

Indian Railways, in coordination with Uttar Pradesh authorities, has arranged and operated special trains and additional buses to support the travel of candidates appearing for the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026. On October 25, 2026, the North Central Railway ran 13 special trains, with further services planned for upcoming exam dates.

The extensive travel support plan was launched to manage the significant influx of candidates for the UPSSSC PET 2026 exam, which is scheduled for October 25, October 30, and November 1, 2026. The examination is being conducted in two shifts: from 10 am to noon and from 3 pm to 5 pm.

Special Train Operations and Routes

Indian Railways, including the North Central, Northern, and North Eastern Railway zones, has implemented a thorough plan to connect major cities across Uttar Pradesh. These special trains primarily link key locations such as Lucknow, Kanpur, Prayagraj, Varanasi, Agra Fort, Moradabad, Gorakhpur, Ballia, and Bijnor. All special trains are equipped with general class coaches to accommodate the candidates.

For the Prayagraj division, a special operating plan was prepared by the North Central Railway. Train 01821, a 12-coach unreserved special, is scheduled to depart Prayagraj Junction at 7:45 pm on October 24, 29, and 31, 2026, arriving at Veerangana Lakshmibai Jhansi at 5:15 am the following day. Similarly, Train 01823 will depart Kanpur Central at 8 pm on October 24, 29, and 31, 2026, reaching Mathura Junction at 3:10 am the next day. Northern Railway has officially released the timetable and routes for these unreserved exam special trains.

PRO of Prayagraj division, Amit Kumar Singh, stated, “The arrangements would be implemented according to the passenger load to ensure smooth movement of candidates without disrupting regular train operations.”

Arrangements and Security Measures

Uttar Pradesh authorities have implemented various measures to ensure the smooth conduct of the examination and the safety of candidates. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath directed officials to prioritize candidate security and closely monitor social media to prevent the spread of misleading information. District Magistrate Anunay Jha and SSP Satpal Antil conducted inspections of transport hubs in Moradabad.

In Moradabad, eight special trains were arranged to manage the rush of candidates. District Magistrate Anunay Jha stated, “First shift of the PET (Preliminary Eligibility Test) exam on 25 October concluded successfully in Moradabad. Eight special trains were arranged to manage the heavy rush at the railway station. Police, GRP and RPF personnel remain deployed to ensure security, including for women passengers.” SP City, Kumar Ranvijay Singh, added that additional special trains would operate after the second session, scheduled from 3 pm to 5 pm.

Police, Government Railway Police (GRP), and Railway Protection Force (RPF) personnel have been deployed at railway stations to ensure security, particularly for women passengers. Seven help desks and seven dedicated holding areas were established across six stations in the Moradabad GRP circle: Moradabad, Rampur, Bareilly Junction, Bareilly City, Badaun, and Chandausi. At Moradabad railway station, specific holding areas were designated on platforms six and seven, and within the booking area. The state Transport Department is also deploying 150 additional roadways buses, and a dedicated 24-hour control room is monitoring operations.

Candidate Information and Next Steps

Candidates for the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026 are advised to consult their admit cards for specific exam center locations and reporting times. The UPSSSC PET 2026 exam is scheduled for October 25, October 30, and November 1, 2026, with two shifts daily: 10 am to noon and 3 pm to 5 pm. Planning travel in advance is recommended to ensure timely arrival at examination centers.

For those using the special train services, this matters a lot to verify train timings and the availability of general class coaches ahead of purchasing tickets. Information regarding train schedules and routes can be found on official Indian Railways portals such as enquiry.indianrail.gov.in and nr.indianrailways.gov.in. The extensive travel support plan, including special trains and additional buses, aims to manage the significant influx of candidates across Uttar Pradesh.

Written by Nishit Kumar

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