Punjab National Bank IFSC Code PUNB0291800

IFSC Code: PUNB0291800

MICR Code: 147024005

SWIFT Code: PUNBINBBDTH

Branch: PATIALA MODEL TOWN, DISTT. PAT

Bank: Punjab National Bank

Address: MODEL TOWN , PATIALA

District: PATIALA

State: PUNJAB

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Indian Financial System Code (IFSC): PUNB0291800

The IFSC is an 11-character alphanumeric code used to identify bank branches in India for electronic payment systems such as RTGS, NEFT, IMPS, and CFMS (managed by the Reserve Bank of India).

• The first four characters represent the bank name.
• The fifth character is always ‘0’ and is reserved for future use.
• Branch Code 291800. The last six characters denote the specific bank branch.

SWIFT Code (BIC): PUNBINBBDTH

A SWIFT code, also known as a Business Identifier Code (BIC), is a standardized format used to identify banks and financial institutions worldwide. It acts as a unique international identifier that specifies both the bank and its location.

These codes are primarily used for transferring money between banks, especially for international wire transfers and SEPA payments. Additionally, SWIFT codes are used for secure communication and message exchange between financial institutions.

SWIFT Code Format: PUNBINBBDTH

• Bank Code: Identifies the bank (usually 4 letters)
• Country Code: Represents the country (2 letters – ISO standard)
• Location Code: Indicates the city or location of the bank (2 characters: letters or numbers)
• Branch Code: Specifies the branch (3 characters)

MICR Code (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition): 147024005

The MICR code is a unique code printed on cheques using magnetic ink. It helps in the secure and faster processing and clearance of cheques by identifying the bank and branch.