what is rlwl in train booking

RLWL stands for Remote Location Waiting List, which is a type of waiting list ticket available with train booking. It is issued for intermediate stations between the originating and terminating stations, which are usually important towns or cities on that particular route. The confirmations of RLWL tickets depend on the cancellations of a destination confirmed ticket, and they are given a separate priority. The chances of getting an RLWL ticket confirmed are generally low because the number of RLWL tickets on the train is fewer than other destination tickets. Remote location stations prepare their own chart 2-3 hours prior to the actual departure of the train. Passengers with RLWL on their tickets are more likely to get a confirmed seat than passengers with WL status.