IFSC Code of Punjab National Bank, Narsan Kalan Branch, Uttarakhand

This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Punjab National Bank, NARSAN KALAN branch in HARIDWAR. The 11-digit IFSC PUNB0731000 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 NARSAN KALAN 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.

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, PUNB0731000 is the IFSC of Punjab National Bank's NARSAN KALAN branch. The format is fixed: PUNB = bank code, 0 = reserved, 731000 = branch identifier.

Bank profile

Punjab National Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Narsan Kalan branch — IFSC PUNB0731000 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Haridwar, Uttarakhand.

Branch details at a glance

Narsan Kalan branch overview

Located at NARSAN KALAN NEAR ITI COLLEGE CAMPUS NARSAN, the Narsan Kalan branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC PUNB0731000 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.

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 NARSAN KALAN of Punjab National Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code PUNB0731000 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 PUNB0731000 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 Narsan Kalan branch is mapped to IFSC PUNB0731000 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 PUNB0731000.

Products and services

Customers walking into the Narsan Kalan 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 PUNB0731000

How to transfer money using IFSC PUNB0731000

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 PUNB0731000 across all three.

NEFT to Punjab National Bank, NARSAN KALAN using IFSC PUNB0731000

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 PUNB0731000, and confirm that the system picks up Punjab National Bank – NARSAN KALAN. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

Real-Time Gross Settlement to NARSAN KALAN

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Punjab National Bank's NARSAN KALAN branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC PUNB0731000 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

IMPS to Punjab National Bank NARSAN KALAN (IFSC PUNB0731000)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC PUNB0731000 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the NARSAN KALAN branch account within seconds.

NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?

All three modes accept the IFSC PUNB0731000 for Punjab National Bank – NARSAN KALAN, 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.

For most retail customers crediting the Narsan Kalan 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.

UPI payments and IFSC PUNB0731000

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 – NARSAN KALAN is still mapped to IFSC PUNB0731000. 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 PUNB0731000 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Online banking and IFSC PUNB0731000

Punjab National Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the NARSAN KALAN 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 PUNB0731000 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 & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Narsan Kalan branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC PUNB0731000 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC PUNB0731000

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 – NARSAN KALAN, 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: PUNB0731000.
• 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 Narsan Kalan branch

The branch is located at NARSAN KALAN NEAR ITI COLLEGE CAMPUS NARSAN, which puts it inside Haridwar, the broader Dist Haridwar Uttarkhand district, and the state of Uttarakhand. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Punjab National Bank Narsan Kalan branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC PUNB0731000 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling the branch contact number before stepping out, especially around public holidays.
3. 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 PUNB0731000 and your account number.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC PUNB0731000 for Punjab National Bank – NARSAN KALAN, 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 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 Narsan Kalan branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC PUNB0731000, however, work 24x7.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Final notes

To recap: PUNB0731000 is the IFSC code of Punjab National Bank, NARSAN KALAN branch, in HARIDWAR, UTTARAKHAND. 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.