This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Punjab National Bank, GHORDOURCHATTI branch in GHORDOURCHATTI. The 11-digit IFSC PUNB0102420 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 GHORDOURCHATTI 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.
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 National Bank's GHORDOURCHATTI branch, the IFSC PUNB0102420 breaks down as follows: PUNB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 102420 identifies this particular branch.
About Punjab National Bank
Punjab National Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Ghordourchatti branch in Ghordourchatti. Each branch is enabled for NEFT, RTGS, IMPS and core banking, allowing customers to send and receive money anywhere in the country using a unique IFSC – in this case, PUNB0102420.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Punjab National Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Ghordourchatti |
| IFSC Code | PUNB0102420 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | SREEPALYGHORDOURCHATTI,G.T RD. DT BURDWAN |
| City | Ghordourchatti |
| District | Bardhaman |
| State | West Bengal |
About the Ghordourchatti branch
The Ghordourchatti branch of Punjab National Bank is situated at SREEPALYGHORDOURCHATTI,G.T RD. DT BURDWAN. 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 PUNB0102420 is used.
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 GHORDOURCHATTI of Punjab National Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code PUNB0102420 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 PUNB0102420 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Ghordourchatti branch is mapped to IFSC PUNB0102420 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 PUNB0102420.
Banking services available
The Ghordourchatti 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 PUNB0102420
How to transfer money using IFSC PUNB0102420
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 PUNB0102420 across all three.
NEFT to Punjab National Bank, GHORDOURCHATTI using IFSC PUNB0102420
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 PUNB0102420, and confirm that the system picks up Punjab National Bank – GHORDOURCHATTI. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC PUNB0102420
RTGS (Real-Time Gross Settlement) is the fastest high-value transfer mechanism in India. It is meant for transfers of ₹2 lakh and above and settles each transaction individually and instantly. To remit through RTGS to Punjab National Bank – GHORDOURCHATTI, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC PUNB0102420 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
IMPS to Punjab National Bank GHORDOURCHATTI (IFSC PUNB0102420)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC PUNB0102420 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the GHORDOURCHATTI branch account within seconds.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Ghordourchatti
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 PUNB0102420:
- 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 GHORDOURCHATTI is still linked to IFSC PUNB0102420.
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.
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 GHORDOURCHATTI branch, the IFSC PUNB0102420 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.
Online banking and IFSC PUNB0102420
Punjab National Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the GHORDOURCHATTI 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 PUNB0102420 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.
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 PUNB0102420 and the account number together uniquely identify the Ghordourchatti 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 PUNB0102420
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 – GHORDOURCHATTI, 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:
PUNB0102420. - 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 Ghordourchatti branch
The branch is located at SREEPALYGHORDOURCHATTI,G.T RD. DT BURDWAN, which puts it inside Ghordourchatti, the broader Bardhaman district, and the state of West Bengal. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Punjab National Bank Ghordourchatti branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC PUNB0102420 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 PUNB0102420 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC PUNB0102420 for Punjab National Bank – GHORDOURCHATTI, 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 Ghordourchatti 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 PUNB0102420 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Punjab National BankGhordourchatti Branch
SREEPALYGHORDOURCHATTI,G.T RD. DT BURDWAN
Ghordourchatti, West Bengal
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: PUNB0102420
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 Ghordourchatti branch but serve different purposes.
What is the phone number of Punjab National Bank Ghordourchatti branch?
You can reach the branch at the branch contact number during regular banking hours.
Is IFSC PUNB0102420 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC PUNB0102420 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Can I use IFSC PUNB0102420 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC PUNB0102420 to send funds instantly.
Is IFSC PUNB0102420 the same for all accounts at Ghordourchatti branch?
Yes. The IFSC PUNB0102420 is shared by every account held at Punjab National Bank's Ghordourchatti branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Does Punjab National Bank Ghordourchatti branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on the branch contact number to confirm.
Summary
The IFSC code PUNB0102420 belongs to Punjab National Bank's GHORDOURCHATTI branch, located at SREEPALYGHORDOURCHATTI,G.T RD. DT BURDWAN in GHORDOURCHATTI, WEST BENGAL. 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.


