This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Punjab National Bank, DHAND branch in DHAND. The 11-digit IFSC PUNB0004710 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 DHAND 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.
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 – DHAND is PUNB0004710. The first four letters PUNB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 004710 map to this branch in DHAND, HARYANA.
About the bank
Punjab National Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Dhand branch in Dhand, Haryana is part of this network and uses the IFSC code PUNB0004710 for all electronic settlement.
About the Dhand branch
The Dhand branch of Punjab National Bank is situated at OPP ANAJ MANDI, KURUKSHETRA RD, DHAND 136020. 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 PUNB0004710 is used.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Punjab National Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Dhand |
| IFSC Code | PUNB0004710 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | OPP ANAJ MANDI, KURUKSHETRA RD, DHAND 136020 |
| City | Dhand |
| District | Kaithal |
| State | Haryana |
| STD Code | 1746 |
| Phone | 250224 |
Why every Punjab National Bank branch has a unique IFSC
Before electronic settlement systems went live in India, money transfers between banks relied heavily on demand drafts, mail transfers and telegraphic transfers. These older instruments routinely took days to clear and were prone to misrouting because there was no single machine-readable identifier for a branch. The Reserve Bank of India solved this by issuing each participating branch — including DHAND of Punjab National Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code PUNB0004710 is therefore not just an internal reference; it is the digital postcode that lets the RBI's NEFT, RTGS and IMPS rails route funds straight to the right branch ledger without any human intervention.
Today, almost every salary credit, vendor payment, refund and EMI deduction in the country flows through this network, which is exactly why a correct IFSC matters so much. A wrong character can either bounce the transfer or send it to the wrong branch, and reversing such a credit is a manual, time-consuming process. Treat IFSC PUNB0004710 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Dhand branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC PUNB0004710 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.
How to transfer money using IFSC PUNB0004710
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 PUNB0004710 across all three.
NEFT to Punjab National Bank, DHAND using IFSC PUNB0004710
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 PUNB0004710, and confirm that the system picks up Punjab National Bank – DHAND. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to DHAND
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Punjab National Bank's DHAND branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC PUNB0004710 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 – DHAND, use IMPS. With IFSC PUNB0004710 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 Dhand
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 PUNB0004710:
- 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 DHAND is still linked to IFSC PUNB0004710.
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 PUNB0004710
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 – DHAND is still mapped to IFSC PUNB0004710. 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 PUNB0004710 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Dhand branch is mapped to IFSC PUNB0004710 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 PUNB0004710.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Dhand 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 PUNB0004710
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Dhand 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 PUNB0004710 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.
Reaching the branch
The Dhand branch sits at OPP ANAJ MANDI, KURUKSHETRA RD, DHAND 136020. If you are travelling from outside Dhand, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 1746-250224 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 PUNB0004710 and your account number.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC PUNB0004710
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 – DHAND, 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:
PUNB0004710. - 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.
Branch banking hours and holidays
Indian bank branches typically operate from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday, and from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM on working Saturdays (usually the 1st, 3rd and 5th Saturdays). The Dhand branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC PUNB0004710, however, work 24x7.
Verifying IFSC PUNB0004710 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 PUNB0004710 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 1746-250224.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Branch address & contact
Punjab National BankDhand Branch
OPP ANAJ MANDI, KURUKSHETRA RD, DHAND 136020
Dhand, Haryana
Phone: 1746-250224
IFSC: PUNB0004710
Frequently asked questions
Is IFSC PUNB0004710 the same for all accounts at Dhand branch?
Yes. The IFSC PUNB0004710 is shared by every account held at Punjab National Bank's Dhand branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
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 Dhand branch but serve different purposes.
What is the phone number of Punjab National Bank Dhand branch?
You can reach the branch at 1746-250224 during regular banking hours.
Does Punjab National Bank Dhand branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 1746-250224 to confirm.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using PUNB0004710 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Punjab National Bank – Dhand reflect within 30 minutes.
Is IFSC PUNB0004710 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC PUNB0004710 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Where is Punjab National Bank Dhand branch located?
Punjab National Bank's Dhand branch is located at OPP ANAJ MANDI, KURUKSHETRA RD, DHAND 136020, Dhand, Haryana.
Can I use IFSC PUNB0004710 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC PUNB0004710 to send funds instantly.
Summary
The IFSC code PUNB0004710 belongs to Punjab National Bank's DHAND branch, located at OPP ANAJ MANDI, KURUKSHETRA RD, DHAND 136020 in DHAND, HARYANA. 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.


