12478 Coach Position
(12478) runs from to .
Coach Position & Platform Number of 12478 Today
Find the coach position of 12478 — the order in which coaches like S1, S2, B1, B2, A1, M1, GEN, SLR are arranged in the rake from the engine — along with the platform number at , and every halt en route. Coach layout and platform information for 12478 is published on the live chart approximately 4 hours before departure.
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Coach order is fixed by the rake; coach positions and platform numbers become accurate ~4 hrs before departure when Indian Railways prepares the chart.
12478 Coach Layout · Engine to Brake Van
Rake composition for 12478 as published by Indian Railways NTES (schedule of 03-May-2026). Same rake runs daily so this layout is accurate for upcoming journeys too.
Total 22 coaches · 4 general (GEN). ⏱ See vacant berths per coach → (live, ~4 hrs before departure).
Platform Number for 12478 at Each Station
Platform (PF) at which 12478 halts, along the → route.
| # | Station | Platform | Divyangjan Coach Pos |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SVDK | PF 3 | |
| 3 | MCTM | PF 3 | |
| 8 | JAT | PF 3 | |
| 17 | KTHU | PF 1 | |
| 21 | PTKC | PF 1 | |
| 37 | JRC | PF 2 | |
| 45 | LDH | PF 1 | |
| 59 | UMB | PF 2 | |
| 75 | PNP | PF 2 | |
| 91 | SZM | PF 2 | |
| 93 | NDLS | PF 8 | |
| 114 | MTJ | PF 3 | |
| 120 | BTE | PF 2 | |
| 144 | SWM | PF 2 | |
| 158 | KOTA | PF 2 | |
| 166 | RMA | PF 1 | |
| 169 | BWM | PF 1 | |
| 178 | VMA | PF 1 | |
| 182 | NAD | PF 3 | |
| 188 | RTM | PF 4 | |
| 194 | BMI | PF 2 | |
| 199 | MGN | PF 2 | |
| 202 | DHD | PF 1 | |
| 212 | GDA | PF 1 | |
| 221 | CYI | PF 1 | |
| 228 | ANND | PF 3 | |
| 231 | ND | PF 2 | |
| 241 | ADI | PF 3 | |
| 253 | VG | PF 1 | |
| 264 | SUNR | PF 1 | |
| 274 | WKR | PF 4 | |
| 281 | RJT | PF 1 | |
| 289 | HAPA | PF 2 | |
| 290 | JAM | PF 3 |
Source: Indian Railways NTES. Platforms can change at the last minute — verify on the station announcement board.
How to Read 12478 Coach Position
On the live chart, coaches are listed in order from engine → brake van. The first coach after the loco is usually SLR/EOG, followed by general (GEN), sleeper (S1–S11), 3AC (B1–B3), 2AC (A1–A2), 1AC (H1), pantry car (PC), and another SLR at the rear. Coach codes you'll see for 12478:
| Code | Class | Typical Position |
|---|---|---|
| H1, HA1 | 1AC — First AC | Near engine (premium, fewest coaches) |
| A1, A2, A3 | 2AC — Second AC Two-Tier | Front-middle of rake |
| B1, B2, B3, B4, B5 | 3AC — Third AC Three-Tier | Middle of rake |
| M1, M2 | 3E — 3AC Economy | Middle of rake (newer coaches) |
| S1, S2 … S11 | SL — Sleeper Class | Middle to rear of rake |
| C1, C2 … C8 | CC — AC Chair Car (Shatabdi/Vande Bharat/Tejas) | Most coaches in the rake |
| D1, D2 … D14 | 2S — Second Seating (Jan Shatabdi/Intercity) | Most coaches in the rake |
| E1, E2 | EC — Executive Chair Car | Centre of rake (premium chair) |
| GEN, GS, UR | 2S General — Unreserved | Either end (next to SLR) |
| SLR, EOG | Brake Van / Power Car (luggage + disabled berth) | Both ends of the rake |
| PC, RA | Pantry Car / Catering | Centre (where AC + sleeper meet) |
Tip: For 12478 , check the live chart 4 hours before departure to see which platform side the engine will be — this tells you whether to walk towards the front or rear of the platform to reach your coach quickly.
Train Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find my coach position in 12478 ?
Coach position (S1, B2, A1, M1…) is fixed by the rake composition and shown on the live chart from about 4 hours before departure. The chart view shows engine direction, coach order and platform position.
Which platform does 12478 arrive on?
Platform numbers for 12478 at , and intermediate stops are published by Indian Railways NTES along with the rake composition. The platform list above shows the latest platform number for every halt on this train's route. Platforms can change at short notice — always confirm on the station display board.
Does 12478 have a pantry car?
Pantry car presence depends on the rake. The live chart for 12478 marks PC/RA/SLR coaches when the composition is published.
What classes are available on 12478?
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