IFSC Code of Indian Bank, Punrru Branch, Jharkhand

Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Indian Bank's PUNRRU branch in PUNDRU, JHARKHAND. The branch's IFSC code IDIB000P249 is the key identifier you need whenever a remitter, employer or biller asks for a bank routing number to send funds to an account held at this branch. We have also included the branch's postal address, telephone number, banking hours, common services, and an extensive FAQ block that should answer almost every question that comes up when you are about to add this branch as a beneficiary in your net-banking app for the first time.

The Indian Financial System Code, popularly known as IFSC, is an 11-digit alphanumeric code that the RBI assigns to every bank branch participating in online interbank settlement. Without this code, an electronic transfer simply cannot reach its destination branch.

The IFSC for Indian Bank – PUNRRU is IDIB000P249. The first four letters IDIB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 00P249 map to this branch in PUNDRU, JHARKHAND.

About the bank

Indian Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Punrru branch in Pundru, Jharkhand is part of this network and uses the IFSC code IDIB000P249 for all electronic settlement.

Branch details at a glance

About this branch

The branch is located at VILL PUNDRU PUNDRU PUNDRU PUNDRU PIN 828134. It serves the Pundru region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of Indian Bank. The IFSC IDIB000P249 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.

The role of IFSC in India's payments network

India's electronic payment infrastructure — NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, UPI and the National Automated Clearing House (NACH) — is built on a single principle: every participating bank branch must be uniquely identifiable by an alphanumeric code. The Reserve Bank of India introduced the IFSC system to fulfil this requirement, and that is how Indian Bank's PUNRRU branch came to be assigned the code IDIB000P249.

Whether you are receiving a salary on the first of the month, paying a vendor invoice, settling an EMI, or accepting a refund from an e-commerce platform, the IFSC is the silent piece of metadata that tells the network where your account lives. Without IFSC IDIB000P249, money simply cannot be routed to the PUNRRU branch electronically.

Account types you can open at the Punrru branch

Once you have an account at Indian Bank – PUNRRU, the IFSC IDIB000P249 stays the same regardless of the type of account you hold. The branch typically supports the following options:

• Savings account — for individuals, with chequebook, ATM card and net-banking access.
• Current account — for sole proprietors, partnerships and companies that need higher transaction volumes.
• Salary account — opened in bulk for corporate employees, often with zero-balance benefits.
• NRE / NRO accounts — for non-resident Indians who want to repatriate or maintain rupee balances in India.
• Fixed deposit and recurring deposit — term-based investment accounts with quarterly or cumulative interest.
• Senior citizen accounts — concessional minimum balance and a small interest rate premium on FDs.
• Minor and student accounts — operated jointly with a guardian until the customer turns 18.

Eligibility, minimum balance and KYC requirements vary by product. Speak to a relationship officer at the branch for the latest schedule of charges and interest rates.

Banking services available

The Punrru branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 91-7485806183.

• Savings, current and salary accounts
• Fixed deposits and recurring deposits
• Personal, vehicle and home loans
• Demat and investment products (where supported)
• Internet banking and mobile banking enrolment
• Debit and credit card issuance
• Locker facilities (subject to availability)
• Foreign exchange services (at authorised branches)
• Bill payments, demand drafts and pay orders
• NEFT / RTGS / IMPS / UPI fund transfers using IFSC IDIB000P249

How to transfer money using IFSC IDIB000P249

Online transfers in India are powered by three major channels — NEFT, RTGS and IMPS — and each one requires a destination IFSC. Below is a quick guide for using IFSC IDIB000P249 across all three.

NEFT to Indian Bank, PUNRRU using IFSC IDIB000P249

National Electronic Funds Transfer is the simplest way to move money into an account at this branch. NEFT works around the clock, including Sundays and public holidays, and settles in half-hourly batches.

To send funds, add the recipient as a beneficiary in your bank's online portal, key in the account number, paste the IFSC IDIB000P249, and confirm that the system picks up Indian Bank – PUNRRU. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

Real-Time Gross Settlement to PUNRRU

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Indian Bank's PUNRRU branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC IDIB000P249 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

IMPS to Indian Bank PUNRRU (IFSC IDIB000P249)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC IDIB000P249 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the PUNRRU branch account within seconds.

NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?

All three modes accept the IFSC IDIB000P249 for Indian Bank – PUNRRU, but they differ in speed, minimum amount and use case. The table below summarises the differences so you can pick the right channel for the situation at hand.

For most retail customers crediting the Punrru branch, NEFT or IMPS will be the quickest and most economical option. RTGS comes in for one-off, high-value movements such as property purchases, vendor settlements or large gifts.

How UPI relates to the IFSC code

UPI lets you pay using a short Virtual Payment Address instead of typing the IFSC every time, but behind the scenes every UPI mandate is mapped to an account number plus an IFSC. For accounts at Indian Bank's PUNRRU branch, the IFSC IDIB000P249 is what the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) uses to route the credit when you tap Pay on a UPI app.

That is why, even in the UPI era, it is still worth knowing the IFSC of your home branch — for failed UPI mandates, e-mandate set-ups, third-party platform onboarding and salary or refund credits.

Online banking and IFSC IDIB000P249

Indian Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the PUNRRU branch is active. Net banking lets you view balances, download statements, open fixed deposits, request cheque books and initiate NEFT/RTGS/IMPS transfers — all without setting foot in the branch. The IFSC IDIB000P249 is pre-filled by the bank for transfers originating from your own account, and you only need to enter it manually when adding an external beneficiary or sharing your account details with a third party.

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Punrru branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC IDIB000P249 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC IDIB000P249

An incorrect IFSC almost always results in a failed transfer or, worse, a credit to the wrong branch. Before you click Confirm on a transfer to Indian Bank – PUNRRU, double-check for these issues:

• Confusing 0 with O. The fifth character of every IFSC is the digit 0, not the letter O. Read carefully.
• Spaces or hyphens. Do not put spaces in the IFSC. It is exactly 11 characters: IDIB000P249.
• Wrong branch. A bank can have dozens of branches in the same city. Make sure you are using the IFSC for the actual branch where the beneficiary holds the account, not just any nearby branch.
• Old IFSC after a merger. If two banks have merged, the IFSC may have been reissued. Always verify with a recent passbook or cheque leaf.
• Copy-paste from chat. Auto-correct on phones can silently change letters in IFSC codes. Type carefully or copy from a trusted source like the cheque book.

How to reach the Punrru branch

The branch is located at VILL PUNDRU PUNDRU PUNDRU PUNDRU PIN 828134, which puts it inside Pundru, the broader Bokaro district, and the state of Jharkhand. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Indian Bank Punrru branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC IDIB000P249 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 91-7485806183 before stepping out, especially around public holidays.
3. Carry photo ID and any account-related documents you may need for the transaction you plan to do.

Most banking work — passbook updates, fund transfers, statement downloads — can also be completed online without visiting the branch in person, as long as you know the IFSC IDIB000P249 and your account number.

Verifying IFSC IDIB000P249 from official sources

The IFSC listed on this page is sourced from the RBI's master list and validated against the bank's branch directory. To double-check before transferring large sums, you can also confirm IDIB000P249 by:

• Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
• Opening the passbook's first page.
• Calling the branch directly on 91-7485806183.
• Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.

Working hours

Branch counters at Punrru are usually open from 10 AM to 4 PM on weekdays. Saturdays follow the RBI's alternate-Saturday rule. Even when the branch is closed, NEFT, RTGS, IMPS and UPI transfers addressed to IDIB000P249 continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code IDIB000P249 belongs to Indian Bank's PUNRRU branch, located at VILL PUNDRU PUNDRU PUNDRU PUNDRU PIN 828134 in PUNDRU, JHARKHAND. Use this code along with the beneficiary's account number for any NEFT, RTGS or IMPS transfer to this branch. Bookmark this page for quick reference whenever you need the branch's banking details.