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  1. What does the 'A' stand for in IRCTC?

    Answer: Agency

    IRCTC stands for Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation, a public sector undertaking under Indian Railways.

  2. Which train is known as the fastest train in India?

    Answer: Vande Bharat Express

    Vande Bharat Express (Train 18) is currently the fastest train in India, reaching speeds up to 180 km/h.

  3. The Indian Railways uses which gauge most extensively?

    Answer: Broad Gauge

    Broad Gauge (1,676 mm track width) is the most extensively used gauge on Indian Railways.

  4. Train number codes starting with '1' in India represent which type?

    Answer: Long distance trains

    Train numbers starting with '1' are long distance trains (like mail/express) under the 5-digit train numbering system.

  5. What is the full form of 'PNR' in railway ticketing?

    Answer: Passenger Name Record

    PNR stands for Passenger Name Record, which is a unique 10-digit number assigned to each booking.

  6. Which railway zone covers the maximum geographical area in India?

    Answer: Northern Railway

    Northern Railway covers the largest geographical area among all Indian railway zones.

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  2. rrb.indianrailways.gov.in — Test delivery, fees, exam format, passing score, time limit · verified Oct 2026
  3. rrbapply.gov.in — Registration deadline · verified Oct 2026