If you are searching for the IFSC code of Punjab National Bank, BHARUCH branch in BHARUCH, GUJARAT, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is PUNB0113610. You can use it for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers, online banking add-payee actions, UPI mandates and any other electronic payment request that asks for an Indian Financial System Code. The information on this page is curated specifically for customers, remitters, employers and businesses who need to credit funds to an account maintained at this branch, and it is structured so you can find what you need within a few seconds of landing here.
You will see the complete branch address, the area STD code and phone number, the city and state, the day-to-day banking services that are typically offered at the BHARUCH branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC PUNB0113610 across NEFT, RTGS and IMPS rails. A frequently-asked-questions section at the end answers the most common queries we receive about this particular branch.
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 – BHARUCH is PUNB0113610. The first four letters PUNB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 113610 map to this branch in BHARUCH, GUJARAT.
About the bank
Punjab National Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Bharuch branch in Bharuch, Gujarat is part of this network and uses the IFSC code PUNB0113610 for all electronic settlement.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Punjab National Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Bharuch |
| IFSC Code | PUNB0113610 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | 1ST FLR,RANG COMPLEX MAKTAMPUR,ZADESHWAR RD 392012 |
| City | Bharuch |
| District | Bharuch |
| State | Gujarat |
| STD Code | 2642 |
| Phone | 225979 |
About this branch
The branch is located at 1ST FLR,RANG COMPLEX MAKTAMPUR,ZADESHWAR RD 392012. It serves the Bharuch region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of Punjab National Bank. The IFSC PUNB0113610 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 Punjab National Bank's BHARUCH branch came to be assigned the code PUNB0113610.
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 PUNB0113610, money simply cannot be routed to the BHARUCH branch electronically.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Bharuch branch is mapped to IFSC PUNB0113610 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of Punjab National Bank, including:
- Resident savings accounts and salary accounts
- Current accounts for businesses and professionals
- Fixed deposits, recurring deposits and tax-saver deposits
- Demand drafts, banker's cheques and pay orders
- Retail loans — personal, vehicle, education, gold and home
- Credit cards and overdraft facilities (subject to eligibility)
- Third-party investment products such as mutual funds and insurance (through tie-ups)
Whichever product you choose, the IFSC for incoming credits remains PUNB0113610.
Banking services available
The Bharuch branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 2642-225979.
- 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 PUNB0113610
How to transfer money using IFSC PUNB0113610
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 PUNB0113610 across all three.
NEFT to Punjab National Bank, BHARUCH using IFSC PUNB0113610
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 PUNB0113610, and confirm that the system picks up Punjab National Bank – BHARUCH. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to BHARUCH
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Punjab National Bank's BHARUCH branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC PUNB0113610 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to Punjab National Bank BHARUCH (IFSC PUNB0113610)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC PUNB0113610 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the BHARUCH branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC PUNB0113610 for Punjab National Bank – BHARUCH, 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 – PUNB0113610 | Yes – PUNB0113610 | Yes – PUNB0113610 |
For most retail customers crediting the Bharuch 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 Punjab National Bank's BHARUCH branch, the IFSC PUNB0113610 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.
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Bharuch 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 PUNB0113610 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 PUNB0113610 and the account number together uniquely identify the Bharuch branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
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 National Bank – BHARUCH:
- The IFSC is exactly PUNB0113610 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills Punjab National Bank as the bank name and BHARUCH 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 Bharuch branch
The branch is located at 1ST FLR,RANG COMPLEX MAKTAMPUR,ZADESHWAR RD 392012, which puts it inside Bharuch, the broader Bharuch district, and the state of Gujarat. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Punjab National Bank Bharuch branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC PUNB0113610 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 2642-225979 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 PUNB0113610 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC PUNB0113610 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 PUNB0113610 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 2642-225979.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Working hours
Branch counters at Bharuch 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 PUNB0113610 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Punjab National BankBharuch Branch
1ST FLR,RANG COMPLEX MAKTAMPUR,ZADESHWAR RD 392012
Bharuch, Gujarat
Phone: 2642-225979
IFSC: PUNB0113610
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between IFSC and MICR code?
IFSC is an 11-character alphanumeric code used for online transfers, while MICR is a 9-digit numeric code printed on cheques and used by cheque-clearing machines. Both identify the Bharuch branch but serve different purposes.
What is the phone number of Punjab National Bank Bharuch branch?
You can reach the branch at 2642-225979 during regular banking hours.
Is IFSC PUNB0113610 the same for all accounts at Bharuch branch?
Yes. The IFSC PUNB0113610 is shared by every account held at Punjab National Bank's Bharuch branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
What is the IFSC code of Punjab National Bank Bharuch branch?
The IFSC code of Punjab National Bank, Bharuch branch is PUNB0113610. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using PUNB0113610 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Punjab National Bank – Bharuch reflect within 30 minutes.
Can I use IFSC PUNB0113610 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC PUNB0113610 to send funds instantly.
Where is Punjab National Bank Bharuch branch located?
Punjab National Bank's Bharuch branch is located at 1ST FLR,RANG COMPLEX MAKTAMPUR,ZADESHWAR RD 392012, Bharuch, Gujarat.
Final notes
To recap: PUNB0113610 is the IFSC code of Punjab National Bank, BHARUCH branch, in BHARUCH, GUJARAT. 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.
