How Students Can Get 50% Off Pakistan Railway Fares
Save 25-50% on every train journey! Complete guide to getting student concession fares on Pakistan Railways. Eligibility, documents, process, and insider tips.
Up to 50% Off Train Tickets
Pakistan Railways offers special concession rates for students enrolled in recognized educational institutions across Pakistan.
Step-by-Step Process to Claim Your Concession
Gather Required Documents
Collect your valid Student ID Card, an enrollment confirmation letter on institutional letterhead, and your CNIC or B-Form.
Visit the Railway Station Counter
Go to any computerized reservation counter at a major railway station. Arrive early to avoid long queues, especially on weekends.
Present Documents to the Clerk
Show your Student ID + institution letter + CNIC to the booking clerk. Request the student concession rate when booking.
Get Your Discounted Ticket
The clerk will apply the 25% student discount to your ticket. Your ticket will be marked 'Student Concession' for verification on the train.
Paperwork You Must Bring to the Counter
University, college, or school ID with photo and enrollment year
On official letterhead, signed by principal/registrar, stating active enrollment
Original required — photocopies may not be accepted
With valid student visa for Pakistan
Permanent card issued by Railway divisional office — eliminates need for institution letter each trip
Qualifying Schools, Colleges & Their Discount Tiers
Universities
All HEC-recognized public and private universities
25% discountColleges
Government and registered private degree colleges
25% discountSchools
Matric and Intermediate students (Federal/Provincial boards)
25-50% discountMadrassas
Registered religious seminaries with government recognition
25% discountVocational Institutes
TEVTA, NAVTTC recognized technical training centers
25% discountMedical/Engineering
Medical colleges, engineering universities, and cadet colleges
25% discountSmart Strategies to Stretch Your Student Budget
Apply for a permanent Student Concession Card at the Pakistan Railways divisional office — it removes the need to carry a fresh institution letter each time.
Group bookings (10+ students) through your institution can get up to 50% discount. Ask your university's transport department.
The discount applies to Economy, AC Standard, and AC Sleeper classes. AC Business and Parlor on premium trains may be excluded.
Student concession is valid on all regular trains — express, mail, and passenger. Luxury/special trains may have restrictions.
Keep a photocopy of your institution letter. If it gets lost, you can still show the copy while getting a replacement.
Some universities have agreements with Pakistan Railways for semester-long travel passes — check with your admin office.
Sample Savings Across Popular Routes
| Route | Class | Regular Fare | Student Fare | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karachi → Lahore | Economy | Rs. 2,200 | Rs. 1,650 | Rs. 550 |
| Karachi → Lahore | AC Standard | Rs. 5,000 | Rs. 3,750 | Rs. 1,250 |
| Lahore → Rawalpindi | Economy | Rs. 800 | Rs. 600 | Rs. 200 |
| Lahore → Rawalpindi | AC Standard | Rs. 2,000 | Rs. 1,500 | Rs. 500 |
| Rawalpindi → Peshawar | Economy | Rs. 500 | Rs. 375 | Rs. 125 |
| Multan → Karachi | AC Standard | Rs. 4,000 | Rs. 3,000 | Rs. 1,000 |
* Fares are approximate. Based on 25% student concession. Actual fares may vary.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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Students can get 25% to 50% discount depending on the category. Regular university and college students get 25% off. Students traveling for educational trips organized by their institution can get up to 50% off. The discount applies to the base fare on most classes except Parlor and AC Business on premium trains.
You need: (1) Valid Student ID Card (not expired), (2) A letter from your educational institution on the institution's letterhead confirming enrollment, (3) Your CNIC or B-Form (for under-18). Some stations may also accept a university enrollment confirmation print. For online booking, you'll need to upload these documents.
Currently, student concession is primarily available at railway station counters. To get the discount online, you need to have a Pakistan Railways Student Concession Card, which can be obtained from the divisional office. Some special student travel promotions may be available through the Pak Rail Live app during academic seasons.
Student discounts remain valid during Eid and holiday periods. However, tickets sell out very quickly during these times. It's recommended to visit the station counter as early as possible. Note that Eid special trains may not always honor concession rates — check with the booking clerk.
Yes, foreign students enrolled in recognized Pakistani educational institutions can avail the student concession. They need a valid student visa, enrollment confirmation from their Pakistani university, and a passport. The process is the same as for Pakistani students, but they present their passport instead of CNIC.
There is no strict age limit for the student discount. As long as you are actively enrolled in a recognized educational institution (school, college, university, or vocational institute) and can provide valid proof of enrollment, you qualify. This includes PhD students and postgraduate scholars. The enrollment letter must be current for the academic year.
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