Station Codes — Set 2
Indian Railways · स्टेशन कोड · Questions 11–20 of 40
Which station is represented by the code 'BCT', although now largely replaced by 'MMCT' in new systems?
Correct Answer: D. Mumbai Central
BCT was the long-standing code for Bombay Central, now known as Mumbai Central (MMCT). It is one of the main termini for long-distance trains on the Western Railway. The station was designed by the architect Claude Batley.
What is the station code for the temple city's main station, Varanasi Junction?
Correct Answer: A. BSB
BSB stands for Banaras, the ancient name of Varanasi, and is the primary code for the junction. It serves as a major gateway for pilgrims visiting the Kashi Vishwanath temple. The station falls under the Lucknow division of Northern Railways.
Which station uses the code 'AGC'?
Correct Answer: C. Agra Cantt
AGC is the code for Agra Cantt, the main station for tourists visiting the Taj Mahal. It is located on the main Delhi-Mumbai and Delhi-Chennai lines. The station is part of the North Central Railway zone.
The code 'GKP' refers to which station in the North Eastern Railway zone?
Correct Answer: D. Gorakhpur
GKP is the code for Gorakhpur Junction, which houses the headquarters of the North Eastern Railway. It gained global fame for having one of the longest railway platforms in the world. The city is also a gateway to Nepal.
Which station is identified by the code 'PUNE'?
Correct Answer: A. Pune Junction
PUNE is the straightforward code for Pune Junction, a vital link between Mumbai and South India. It is a major station for both the Central Railway zone and the suburban rail network. The station was first opened in 1858.
What is the station code for the primary station in Guwahati, Assam?
Correct Answer: A. GHY
GHY is the code for Guwahati Railway Station, the major entry point to Northeast India. It is the first fully solar-powered railway station in the region. It falls under the Northeast Frontier Railway zone.
Which station is represented by the code 'JP'?
Correct Answer: D. Jaipur Junction
JP is the official code for Jaipur Junction, the headquarters of the North Western Railway zone. The station is a major tourist hub for the Pink City of Rajasthan. It is well-connected to major cities through the 'Palace on Wheels' luxury train.
The code 'Bhopal Junction' is represented as?
Correct Answer: A. BPL
BPL is the station code for Bhopal Junction in Madhya Pradesh. It is a major junction on the Delhi-Chennai and Delhi-Mumbai main lines. The city's other major station is Rani Kamlapati (formerly Habibganj).
Which station is identified by the code 'CBE'?
Correct Answer: C. Coimbatore Junction
CBE is the code for Coimbatore Junction, a major commercial station in Tamil Nadu. It falls under the Salem division of the Southern Railway zone. It is one of the top revenue-generating stations in the region.
What is the station code for the spiritual hub, Prayagraj Junction (formerly Allahabad)?
Correct Answer: D. PRYJ
The station code was changed from ALD to PRYJ to reflect the city's name change to Prayagraj. It is a crucial junction where the North Central Railway headquarters is located. The station sees immense crowds during the Kumbh Mela.