Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Punjab National Bank's KESHAVPUR PEHRUA, DISTT. GONDA branch in GONDA, UP, UTTAR PRADESH. The branch's IFSC code PUNB0202400 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.
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, PUNB0202400 is the IFSC of Punjab National Bank's KESHAVPUR PEHRUA, DISTT. GONDA branch. The format is fixed: PUNB = bank code, 0 = reserved, 202400 = branch identifier.
Bank profile
Punjab National Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Keshavpur Pehrua, Distt. Gonda branch — IFSC PUNB0202400 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Gonda, Up, Uttar Pradesh.
About this branch
The branch is located at KESHAVPUR PEHRUA, DISTT. GONDA. It serves the Gonda, Up 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 PUNB0202400 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Punjab National Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Keshavpur Pehrua, Distt. Gonda |
| IFSC Code | PUNB0202400 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | KESHAVPUR PEHRUA, DISTT. GONDA |
| City | Gonda, Up |
| District | Up |
| State | Uttar Pradesh |
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 KESHAVPUR PEHRUA, DISTT. GONDA branch came to be assigned the code PUNB0202400.
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 PUNB0202400, money simply cannot be routed to the KESHAVPUR PEHRUA, DISTT. GONDA branch electronically.
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 PUNB0202400 and the account number together uniquely identify the Keshavpur Pehrua, Distt. Gonda branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
How to transfer money using IFSC PUNB0202400
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 PUNB0202400 across all three.
NEFT to Punjab National Bank, KESHAVPUR PEHRUA, DISTT. GONDA using IFSC PUNB0202400
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 PUNB0202400, and confirm that the system picks up Punjab National Bank – KESHAVPUR PEHRUA, DISTT. GONDA. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to KESHAVPUR PEHRUA, DISTT. GONDA
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Punjab National Bank's KESHAVPUR PEHRUA, DISTT. GONDA branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC PUNB0202400 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 – KESHAVPUR PEHRUA, DISTT. GONDA, use IMPS. With IFSC PUNB0202400 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 Keshavpur Pehrua, Distt. Gonda
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 PUNB0202400:
- 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 KESHAVPUR PEHRUA, DISTT. GONDA is still linked to IFSC PUNB0202400.
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 PUNB0202400
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 – KESHAVPUR PEHRUA, DISTT. GONDA is still mapped to IFSC PUNB0202400. 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 PUNB0202400 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Account types you can open at the Keshavpur Pehrua, Distt. Gonda branch
Once you have an account at Punjab National Bank – KESHAVPUR PEHRUA, DISTT. GONDA, the IFSC PUNB0202400 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 Keshavpur Pehrua, Distt. Gonda 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 PUNB0202400
Online banking and IFSC PUNB0202400
Punjab National Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the KESHAVPUR PEHRUA, DISTT. GONDA 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 PUNB0202400 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.
How to reach the Keshavpur Pehrua, Distt. Gonda branch
The branch is located at KESHAVPUR PEHRUA, DISTT. GONDA, which puts it inside Gonda, Up, the broader Up district, and the state of Uttar Pradesh. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Punjab National Bank Keshavpur Pehrua, Distt. Gonda branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC PUNB0202400 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 PUNB0202400 and your account number.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC PUNB0202400
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 – KESHAVPUR PEHRUA, DISTT. GONDA, 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:
PUNB0202400. - 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.
Working hours
Branch counters at Keshavpur Pehrua, Distt. Gonda 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 PUNB0202400 continue to work without interruption.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC PUNB0202400 for Punjab National Bank – KESHAVPUR PEHRUA, DISTT. GONDA, 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.
Branch address & contact
Punjab National BankKeshavpur Pehrua, Distt. Gonda Branch
KESHAVPUR PEHRUA, DISTT. GONDA
Gonda, Up, Uttar Pradesh
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: PUNB0202400
Frequently asked questions
Can I use IFSC PUNB0202400 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC PUNB0202400 to send funds instantly.
Is IFSC PUNB0202400 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC PUNB0202400 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
What is the IFSC code of Punjab National Bank Keshavpur Pehrua, Distt. Gonda branch?
The IFSC code of Punjab National Bank, Keshavpur Pehrua, Distt. Gonda branch is PUNB0202400. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
What is the phone number of Punjab National Bank Keshavpur Pehrua, Distt. Gonda branch?
You can reach the branch at the branch contact number during regular banking hours.
Where is Punjab National Bank Keshavpur Pehrua, Distt. Gonda branch located?
Punjab National Bank's Keshavpur Pehrua, Distt. Gonda branch is located at KESHAVPUR PEHRUA, DISTT. GONDA, Gonda, Up, Uttar Pradesh.
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 Keshavpur Pehrua, Distt. Gonda branch but serve different purposes.
Final notes
To recap: PUNB0202400 is the IFSC code of Punjab National Bank, KESHAVPUR PEHRUA, DISTT. GONDA branch, in GONDA, UP, UTTAR PRADESH. 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.


