IFSC Code of Punjab and Sind Bank, Datarpur Branch, Punjab

Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Punjab and Sind Bank's DATARPUR branch in DATARPUR, PUNJAB. The branch's IFSC code PSIB0021416 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.

An IFSC (Indian Financial System Code) is an 11-character alphanumeric code issued by the Reserve Bank of India. It uniquely identifies every bank branch that participates in the RBI's electronic fund-transfer systems – NEFT, RTGS and IMPS. The first four characters represent the bank, the fifth is always a zero (reserved for future use), and the last six characters identify the specific branch.

For Punjab and Sind Bank's DATARPUR branch, the IFSC PSIB0021416 breaks down as follows: PSIB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 021416 identifies this particular branch.

Branch details at a glance

Bank profile

Punjab and Sind Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Datarpur branch — IFSC PSIB0021416 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Datarpur, Punjab.

About the Datarpur branch

The Datarpur branch of Punjab and Sind Bank is situated at VPO DATARPUR,DISTT.ROPAR 140 101,PUNJAB. Customers visiting this branch can complete cash deposits, withdrawals, demand draft requests, cheque clearing, passbook updates and KYC formalities. For online transactions to or from this branch, the IFSC code PSIB0021416 is used.

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 Punjab and Sind Bank's DATARPUR branch came to be assigned the code PSIB0021416.

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 PSIB0021416, money simply cannot be routed to the DATARPUR branch electronically.

How to transfer money using IFSC PSIB0021416

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 PSIB0021416 across all three.

NEFT to Punjab and Sind Bank, DATARPUR using IFSC PSIB0021416

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 PSIB0021416, and confirm that the system picks up Punjab and Sind Bank – DATARPUR. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

Real-Time Gross Settlement to DATARPUR

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Punjab and Sind Bank's DATARPUR branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC PSIB0021416 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

Send money instantly through IMPS

For a real-time, anytime transfer to Punjab and Sind Bank – DATARPUR, use IMPS. With IFSC PSIB0021416 and the beneficiary's account number you can move up to ₹5 lakh per transaction with instant credit, any day of the year.

Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Datarpur

The right transfer rail depends on how urgent the payment is, how large it is, and whether the receiving bank participates in the chosen scheme. Every option below works with the IFSC PSIB0021416:

• NEFT — best for everyday transfers of any amount; settles in half-hourly batches around the clock.
• RTGS — best for transfers of ₹2 lakh and above; settles each transaction individually in real time.
• IMPS — best when speed matters more than batch scheduling; instant credit up to ₹5 lakh.
• UPI — best for small peer-to-peer payments using a VPA; the underlying account at DATARPUR is still linked to IFSC PSIB0021416.

For salary credits, vendor payouts and refunds, employers and merchants usually default to NEFT because of its zero per-transaction cost for retail customers and its 24x7 availability.

UPI payments and IFSC PSIB0021416

UPI (Unified Payments Interface) has become the default way for individuals to send money in India. While most UPI transactions are addressed using a Virtual Payment Address (VPA) like name@bank, the underlying account at Punjab and Sind Bank – DATARPUR is still mapped to IFSC PSIB0021416. When a customer links a savings or current account to a UPI app for the first time, the app silently looks up this IFSC against the account number to verify the account exists. The VPA acts as a friendly alias on top of the same plumbing.

If a UPI transfer to or from this branch fails, the most common reasons are an inactive UPI handle, a daily limit breach or a temporary outage at one of the participating banks — not the IFSC. You can always fall back to NEFT or IMPS using the IFSC PSIB0021416 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Account types you can open at the Datarpur branch

Once you have an account at Punjab and Sind Bank – DATARPUR, the IFSC PSIB0021416 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.

Products and services

Customers walking into the Datarpur branch can access most of Punjab and Sind Bank's standard product suite, including:

• Account opening – savings, current, NRI, salary
• Term deposits and recurring deposits
• Retail and small-business loans
• Insurance and mutual-fund tie-ups
• Locker, safe deposit and ATM card services
• Online and mobile banking activation
• Electronic transfers via IFSC PSIB0021416

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Datarpur branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC PSIB0021416 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

Online banking and IFSC PSIB0021416

Punjab and Sind Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the DATARPUR 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 PSIB0021416 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.

Things to verify before sending money

Banking errors are usually small typos that snowball into delayed credits and customer-care follow-ups. Use this short checklist before you confirm any transfer to Punjab and Sind Bank – DATARPUR:

• The IFSC is exactly PSIB0021416 with no extra spaces.
• The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
• The portal auto-fills Punjab and Sind Bank as the bank name and DATARPUR as the branch.
• The amount and the purpose of payment are correct.
• You have a valid OTP-verifying mobile number on hand.

A 30-second review here saves hours of reconciliation later.

How to reach the Datarpur branch

The branch is located at VPO DATARPUR,DISTT.ROPAR 140 101,PUNJAB, which puts it inside Datarpur, the broader Hoshiarpur district, and the state of Punjab. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Punjab and Sind Bank Datarpur branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC PSIB0021416 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 91-8558851318 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 PSIB0021416 and your account number.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC PSIB0021416 for Punjab and Sind Bank – DATARPUR, you can cross-check the code from any of these sources before initiating a high-value transfer:

• The front of the cheque book issued by the branch – the IFSC is printed at the top of every leaf.
• The first page of your passbook.
• The bank's official website under the branch locator.
• The Reserve Bank of India's IFSC search portal.
• Net banking dashboards usually display the home-branch IFSC under account details.

Working hours

Branch counters at Datarpur 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 PSIB0021416 continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Final notes

To recap: PSIB0021416 is the IFSC code of Punjab and Sind Bank, DATARPUR branch, in DATARPUR, PUNJAB. It is required for every electronic transfer to an account held at this branch. We keep this page updated with the latest address and contact details, so you can rely on the information here for your day-to-day banking needs.