Below are the complete branch details for Punjab National Bank, CURRENCY CHEST AGARTALA branch, located in GUWAHATI, TRIPURA. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is PUNB0891200. Whether you want to transfer money, add a beneficiary, verify a cheque or simply confirm the branch address, you will find authentic, up-to-date information on this page that has been cross-checked against the bank's branch directory and the RBI's master list of participants in the National Electronic Funds Transfer system.
The IFSC code is one of the most frequently asked-for pieces of information when somebody wants to send you money or set up a recurring credit such as a salary, EMI auto-debit or supplier payment. Knowing exactly which IFSC belongs to your branch — in this case PUNB0891200 for Punjab National Bank – CURRENCY CHEST AGARTALA — saves you from rejected transfers, returned credits and the back-and-forth that follows them.
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 – CURRENCY CHEST AGARTALA is PUNB0891200. The first four letters PUNB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 891200 map to this branch in GUWAHATI, TRIPURA.
Bank profile
Punjab National Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Currency Chest Agartala branch — IFSC PUNB0891200 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Guwahati, Tripura.
About this branch
The branch is located at HGB ROAD AGARTALA WEST TRIPURA TP AGART 799001. It serves the Guwahati 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 PUNB0891200 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Punjab National Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Currency Chest Agartala |
| IFSC Code | PUNB0891200 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | HGB ROAD AGARTALA WEST TRIPURA TP AGART 799001 |
| City | Guwahati |
| District | Agartala |
| State | Tripura |
| STD Code | 11 |
| Phone | 23765326 |
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 CURRENCY CHEST AGARTALA of Punjab National Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code PUNB0891200 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 PUNB0891200 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
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 PUNB0891200 and the account number together uniquely identify the Currency Chest Agartala branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
How to transfer money using IFSC PUNB0891200
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 PUNB0891200 across all three.
NEFT to Punjab National Bank, CURRENCY CHEST AGARTALA using IFSC PUNB0891200
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 PUNB0891200, and confirm that the system picks up Punjab National Bank – CURRENCY CHEST AGARTALA. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC PUNB0891200
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 – CURRENCY CHEST AGARTALA, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC PUNB0891200 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Punjab National Bank – CURRENCY CHEST AGARTALA, use IMPS. With IFSC PUNB0891200 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 Currency Chest Agartala
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 PUNB0891200:
- 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 CURRENCY CHEST AGARTALA is still linked to IFSC PUNB0891200.
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 PUNB0891200
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 – CURRENCY CHEST AGARTALA is still mapped to IFSC PUNB0891200. 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 PUNB0891200 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Currency Chest Agartala branch is mapped to IFSC PUNB0891200 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 PUNB0891200.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Currency Chest Agartala 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 PUNB0891200
Online banking and IFSC PUNB0891200
Punjab National Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the CURRENCY CHEST AGARTALA 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 PUNB0891200 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 Currency Chest Agartala branch
The branch is located at HGB ROAD AGARTALA WEST TRIPURA TP AGART 799001, which puts it inside Guwahati, the broader Agartala district, and the state of Tripura. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Punjab National Bank Currency Chest Agartala branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC PUNB0891200 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 11-23765326 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 PUNB0891200 and your account number.
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 – CURRENCY CHEST AGARTALA:
- The IFSC is exactly PUNB0891200 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 CURRENCY CHEST AGARTALA 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.
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 Currency Chest Agartala branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC PUNB0891200, however, work 24x7.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC PUNB0891200 for Punjab National Bank – CURRENCY CHEST AGARTALA, 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 BankCurrency Chest Agartala Branch
HGB ROAD AGARTALA WEST TRIPURA TP AGART 799001
Guwahati, Tripura
Phone: 11-23765326
IFSC: PUNB0891200
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 Currency Chest Agartala branch but serve different purposes.
How do I add Punjab National Bank Currency Chest Agartala as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC PUNB0891200, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Can I use IFSC PUNB0891200 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC PUNB0891200 to send funds instantly.
Does Punjab National Bank Currency Chest Agartala branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 11-23765326 to confirm.
Where is Punjab National Bank Currency Chest Agartala branch located?
Punjab National Bank's Currency Chest Agartala branch is located at HGB ROAD AGARTALA WEST TRIPURA TP AGART 799001, Guwahati, Tripura.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using PUNB0891200 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Punjab National Bank – Currency Chest Agartala reflect within 30 minutes.
What is the phone number of Punjab National Bank Currency Chest Agartala branch?
You can reach the branch at 11-23765326 during regular banking hours.
Summary
The IFSC code PUNB0891200 belongs to Punjab National Bank's CURRENCY CHEST AGARTALA branch, located at HGB ROAD AGARTALA WEST TRIPURA TP AGART 799001 in GUWAHATI, TRIPURA. 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.


