Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Punjab National Bank's ALLAPUR branch in ALLAHABAD, UTTAR PRADESH. The branch's IFSC code PUNB0100120 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 Punjab National Bank – ALLAPUR is PUNB0100120. The first four letters PUNB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 100120 map to this branch in ALLAHABAD, UTTAR PRADESH.
Bank profile
Punjab National Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Allapur branch — IFSC PUNB0100120 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Punjab National Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Allapur |
| IFSC Code | PUNB0100120 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | 7,BAGHAMBARI HSG SCHEM,ALLAPUR |
| City | Allahabad |
| District | Allahabad |
| State | Uttar Pradesh |
About the Allapur branch
The Allapur branch of Punjab National Bank is situated at 7,BAGHAMBARI HSG SCHEM,ALLAPUR. 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 PUNB0100120 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 National Bank's ALLAPUR branch came to be assigned the code PUNB0100120.
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 PUNB0100120, money simply cannot be routed to the ALLAPUR branch electronically.
Account types you can open at the Allapur branch
Once you have an account at Punjab National Bank – ALLAPUR, the IFSC PUNB0100120 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 Allapur branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on the branch contact number.
- 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 PUNB0100120
How to transfer money using IFSC PUNB0100120
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 PUNB0100120 across all three.
How to use IFSC PUNB0100120 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Punjab National Bank's ALLAPUR branch. NEFT now settles on a 24x7 basis in half-hourly batches and has no upper limit for retail customers (individual banks may impose their own caps).
- Log in to your internet banking or mobile banking app.
- Choose Add Beneficiary and select NEFT / Other Bank.
- Enter the beneficiary name, account number and the IFSC PUNB0100120.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Punjab National Bank and the branch as ALLAPUR.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to ALLAPUR
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Punjab National Bank's ALLAPUR branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC PUNB0100120 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Punjab National Bank – ALLAPUR, use IMPS. With IFSC PUNB0100120 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 Allapur
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 PUNB0100120:
- 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 ALLAPUR is still linked to IFSC PUNB0100120.
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 PUNB0100120
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 National Bank – ALLAPUR is still mapped to IFSC PUNB0100120. 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 PUNB0100120 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Allapur branch counter can now be completed digitally — adding a beneficiary, transferring funds, applying for a fixed deposit, raising a service request or downloading account statements. The IFSC PUNB0100120 is the link between the digital channel and the branch ledger; once a transaction is confirmed, the credit or debit is reflected in the same core banking system that the branch officers see.
MICR code & cheque clearing
Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by Punjab National Bank carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC PUNB0100120 and the account number together uniquely identify the Allapur branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC PUNB0100120
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 Punjab National Bank – ALLAPUR, 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:
PUNB0100120. - 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.
Reaching the branch
The Allapur branch sits at 7,BAGHAMBARI HSG SCHEM,ALLAPUR. If you are travelling from outside Allahabad, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call the branch contact number to ask for landmarks. Many customers find it easier to skip the trip altogether: net banking, mobile apps, NEFT, RTGS, IMPS and UPI all work using the IFSC PUNB0100120 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC PUNB0100120 for Punjab National Bank – ALLAPUR, 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 Allapur 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 PUNB0100120 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Punjab National BankAllapur Branch
7,BAGHAMBARI HSG SCHEM,ALLAPUR
Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: PUNB0100120
Frequently asked questions
Can I use IFSC PUNB0100120 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC PUNB0100120 to send funds instantly.
Does Punjab National Bank Allapur branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on the branch contact number to confirm.
Is IFSC PUNB0100120 the same for all accounts at Allapur branch?
Yes. The IFSC PUNB0100120 is shared by every account held at Punjab National Bank's Allapur branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
What is the IFSC code of Punjab National Bank Allapur branch?
The IFSC code of Punjab National Bank, Allapur branch is PUNB0100120. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Where is Punjab National Bank Allapur branch located?
Punjab National Bank's Allapur branch is located at 7,BAGHAMBARI HSG SCHEM,ALLAPUR, Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using PUNB0100120 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Punjab National Bank – Allapur reflect within 30 minutes.
What is the phone number of Punjab National Bank Allapur branch?
You can reach the branch at the branch contact number during regular banking hours.
How do I add Punjab National Bank Allapur as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC PUNB0100120, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Summary
The IFSC code PUNB0100120 belongs to Punjab National Bank's ALLAPUR branch, located at 7,BAGHAMBARI HSG SCHEM,ALLAPUR in ALLAHABAD, UTTAR PRADESH. 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.


