This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Punjab National Bank, C CHEST BO,BALRAMPUR branch in BALRAMPUR. The 11-digit IFSC PUNB0702200 uniquely identifies this branch in the RBI's centralised payments network and is required for every NEFT, RTGS or IMPS transaction routed to this branch. If you are paying somebody who banks with Punjab National Bank at the C CHEST BO,BALRAMPUR location, this is the only IFSC you need.
We have organised this page into clearly labelled sections so you can jump straight to the part that interests you — the IFSC and MICR details, the full postal address, the contact phone number, a quick primer on NEFT, RTGS and IMPS, the typical product line-up at the branch, and a frequently asked questions section that addresses the queries people raise most often about this branch.
IFSC stands for Indian Financial System Code. It is an 11-character code that pinpoints a particular bank branch on the RBI's real-time payment rails. Every NEFT, RTGS or IMPS instruction must carry the destination branch's IFSC for the credit to land in the correct account.
In our case, PUNB0702200 is the IFSC of Punjab National Bank's C CHEST BO,BALRAMPUR branch. The format is fixed: PUNB = bank code, 0 = reserved, 702200 = branch identifier.
About the bank
Punjab National Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its C Chest BO,Balrampur branch in Balrampur, Uttar Pradesh is part of this network and uses the IFSC code PUNB0702200 for all electronic settlement.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Punjab National Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | C Chest BO,Balrampur |
| IFSC Code | PUNB0702200 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | PUNJAB NATIONAL BANK |
| City | Balrampur |
| District | Near Tulsipark,Balrampur |
| State | Uttar Pradesh |
About the C Chest BO,Balrampur branch
The C Chest BO,Balrampur branch of Punjab National Bank is situated at PUNJAB NATIONAL BANK. 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 PUNB0702200 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 C CHEST BO,BALRAMPUR branch came to be assigned the code PUNB0702200.
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 PUNB0702200, money simply cannot be routed to the C CHEST BO,BALRAMPUR branch electronically.
Account types you can open at the C Chest BO,Balrampur branch
Once you have an account at Punjab National Bank – C CHEST BO,BALRAMPUR, the IFSC PUNB0702200 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 C Chest BO,Balrampur branch can access most of Punjab National 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 PUNB0702200
How to transfer money using IFSC PUNB0702200
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 PUNB0702200 across all three.
How to use IFSC PUNB0702200 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Punjab National Bank's C CHEST BO,BALRAMPUR 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 PUNB0702200.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Punjab National Bank and the branch as C CHEST BO,BALRAMPUR.
- 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 C CHEST BO,BALRAMPUR
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Punjab National Bank's C CHEST BO,BALRAMPUR branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC PUNB0702200 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to Punjab National Bank C CHEST BO,BALRAMPUR (IFSC PUNB0702200)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC PUNB0702200 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the C CHEST BO,BALRAMPUR branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC PUNB0702200 for Punjab National Bank – C CHEST BO,BALRAMPUR, 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.
| Parameter | NEFT | RTGS | IMPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum amount | ₹1 | ₹2,00,000 | ₹1 |
| Maximum amount | No RBI cap | No RBI cap | ₹5,00,000 |
| Settlement | Half-hourly batches | Real-time | Real-time |
| Availability | 24x7 | 24x7 | 24x7 |
| Best for | Routine transfers | High-value transfers | Urgent small / mid transfers |
| IFSC required | Yes – PUNB0702200 | Yes – PUNB0702200 | Yes – PUNB0702200 |
For most retail customers crediting the C Chest BO,Balrampur 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.
UPI payments and IFSC PUNB0702200
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 – C CHEST BO,BALRAMPUR is still mapped to IFSC PUNB0702200. 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 PUNB0702200 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 C Chest BO,Balrampur 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 PUNB0702200 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 & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the C Chest BO,Balrampur branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC PUNB0702200 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 PUNB0702200
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 – C CHEST BO,BALRAMPUR, 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:
PUNB0702200. - 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 C Chest BO,Balrampur branch
The branch is located at PUNJAB NATIONAL BANK, which puts it inside Balrampur, the broader Near Tulsipark,Balrampur district, and the state of Uttar Pradesh. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Punjab National Bank C Chest BO,Balrampur branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC PUNB0702200 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling the branch contact number before stepping out, especially around public holidays.
- 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 PUNB0702200 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC PUNB0702200 for Punjab National Bank – C CHEST BO,BALRAMPUR, 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 C Chest BO,Balrampur 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 PUNB0702200 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Punjab National BankC Chest BO,Balrampur Branch
PUNJAB NATIONAL BANK
Balrampur, Uttar Pradesh
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: PUNB0702200
Frequently asked questions
Is IFSC PUNB0702200 the same for all accounts at C Chest BO,Balrampur branch?
Yes. The IFSC PUNB0702200 is shared by every account held at Punjab National Bank's C Chest BO,Balrampur branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Is IFSC PUNB0702200 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC PUNB0702200 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
How do I add Punjab National Bank C Chest BO,Balrampur as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC PUNB0702200, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
What is the IFSC code of Punjab National Bank C Chest BO,Balrampur branch?
The IFSC code of Punjab National Bank, C Chest BO,Balrampur branch is PUNB0702200. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Where is Punjab National Bank C Chest BO,Balrampur branch located?
Punjab National Bank's C Chest BO,Balrampur branch is located at PUNJAB NATIONAL BANK, Balrampur, Uttar Pradesh.
What is the phone number of Punjab National Bank C Chest BO,Balrampur branch?
You can reach the branch at the branch contact number during regular banking hours.
Does Punjab National Bank C Chest BO,Balrampur branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on the branch contact number to confirm.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using PUNB0702200 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Punjab National Bank – C Chest BO,Balrampur reflect within 30 minutes.
Summary
The IFSC code PUNB0702200 belongs to Punjab National Bank's C CHEST BO,BALRAMPUR branch, located at PUNJAB NATIONAL BANK in BALRAMPUR, 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.


