Alternate Train Accommodation Scheme (ATAS)

Q.  Which of the following is/are true regarding Alternate Train Accommodation Scheme (ATAS)?

1) The scheme will be implemented across all train types.
2) Under this scheme, Waiting list passengers are given give choice to opt for ATAS scheme.
- Published on 25 May 16

a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2

ANSWER: Only 2
 
  • The scheme will be implemented across all train types except Suvidha / Rajdhani / Shatabdi / Duronto /Jan Shatabdi.
  • Under this scheme, Waiting list passengers are given give choice to opt for ATAS scheme.
  • ATAS opted passengers who remain fully Waitlisted after charting are considered for allotment in the alternate train.
  • No extra charges are taken from passenger nor is any refund provided for difference of fare.
  • Either all passengers of a PNR or none are transferred to alternate train in same class.
  • The passenger allotted alternate accommodation can travel in the alternate train on authority of original ticket and in case of ticket on ERS/SMS of original booking.
  • When an ATAS opted passenger opts to cancel, after he has been given an alternate accommodation, he is treated as a CONFIRMED passenger and the cancellation rules are applied accordingly.

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