What does PNR number look like?

PNR is the abbreviation of Passenger Name Record and it is a digital certificate allowing passengers to do online check-in or manage their bookings in a short time. Also used as booking number, Passenger Name Record is a code with 6 alphanumeric characters (letters and numbers are used together).



A PNR (Passenger Name Record) number, also known as a record locator or booking reference, is typically a 6-digit alphanumeric code (e.g., XJ7K2P or LHR4S9). It is a unique identifier generated by an airline's computer reservation system to locate your specific itinerary. In 2026, while most global airlines use this 6-character format, some systems like the Indian Railways (IRCTC) use a 10-digit numeric PNR (e.g., 432-6789123) to track train reservations. On an airline confirmation, it is usually found in the top right corner or under the "Booking Reference" section. It contains all your vital travel data, including name, flight segments, contact info, and special requests, and is used by ground staff and automated kiosks to pull up your boarding pass and check your bags.

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Where to look for PNR Code? PNR code can be found as “booking” detail below the midsection of your digital travel document or right bottom of your mobile boarding pass.

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PNR Number: Unveiling the 10 Digit Number PNR number is a database that contains all information related to your train travel. It is a unique 10 digit code on your ticket that includes the details of a passenger, including the name, age, gender, train number and name etc. Each digit in a PNR number has a tale.

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How does a PNR code look like? The booking code is usually found in the confirmation of the flight booking or booking confirmation. It consists of 6 numbers and letters, e.g. YBIRI7, and the letters are always written in BLOCK LETTERS.

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First 3 Digits: The PNR numbers' starting digit does not depend on the PRS from which it has been booked. It depends upon: Zone of the Train, w.r.t. starting station of the train. Ex. If a ticket is booked in Rajdhani Express (Mumbai to New Delhi), as the starting station is Mumbai, PNR will start from 8.

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Yes, in most cases the PNR number is also the booking number. There are slight differences with some airlines, but for the most part, air travelers have everything they need to check in with the PNR number.

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What does a PNR number generated explain?
  • Passenger Details - Name, Age, Sex, Birth Preference.
  • Ticket Details - Train Number, Date of Journey, Origin/Source Station, Destination Station, Boarding Station, Class, Berth, Quota.
  • Fare, Transaction Type and Payment Details.


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PNR stands for Passenger Name Record. So taking a printout of PNR means taking printout of your oticket . PNR is for railways to identity you . Yes, you can print a ticket with PNR number without login to irctc portal.

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How to Print Train Ticket Using PNR Number ?
  1. Open Railway Website.
  2. Log on Railway Website.
  3. Open Booked Ticket History Page.
  4. Print Railway Train Ticket ( E-Ticket)


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If all else fails and you can't find that flight confirmation email anywhere, you're going to want to go directly to the airline. Calling and speaking with a representative on the phone is your best bet.

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Call the airline. They should be able to find your reservation by your name and travel dates. Usually your name and specific flight and date are needed. In my experience, the city pair should be sufficient, unless your name is very common.

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A Passenger Name Record (PNR) is a unique carrier reservation number for one or more flights. You can find your PNR on your e-ticket in the relevant segment of your itinerary. Each part of your trip and each passenger can have a different PNR.

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? Always create the basic PNR with the 5 mandatory elements (Name, Itinerary, Contact, TK element, Reference, End Transaction) and wait for the Airline locator. If the Airline PNR is not reflecting contact the Help-Desk.

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