What is PNR status of indian railway ticket

PNR Number can found on top left corner of an indian railway ticket.

PNR number is a 10 digit number which is used by the Indian Railways to find the status of a ticket, whether the ticket is in the waiting list, RAC- reservation against cancellation. etc for unconfirmed reservations.

PNR Status will be provided only for PNR's for which journey date is within 10 days.