Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Punjab National Bank's JAMMU NEHRU MARKET, DIST.JAMMU branch in JAMMU, JAMMU AND KASHMIR. The branch's IFSC code PUNB0338600 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.
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 JAMMU NEHRU MARKET, DIST.JAMMU branch, the IFSC PUNB0338600 breaks down as follows: PUNB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 338600 identifies this particular branch.
Bank profile
Punjab National Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Jammu Nehru Market, Dist.Jammu branch — IFSC PUNB0338600 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir.
Jammu Nehru Market, Dist.Jammu branch overview
Located at 15 A/D, GANDHI NAGAR, the Jammu Nehru Market, Dist.Jammu branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC PUNB0338600 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Punjab National Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Jammu Nehru Market, Dist.Jammu |
| IFSC Code | PUNB0338600 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | 15 A/D, GANDHI NAGAR |
| City | Jammu |
| District | Police Line Jammu |
| State | Jammu and Kashmir |
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 JAMMU NEHRU MARKET, DIST.JAMMU branch came to be assigned the code PUNB0338600.
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 PUNB0338600, money simply cannot be routed to the JAMMU NEHRU MARKET, DIST.JAMMU 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 PUNB0338600 and the account number together uniquely identify the Jammu Nehru Market, Dist.Jammu branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
How to transfer money using IFSC PUNB0338600
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 PUNB0338600 across all three.
How to use IFSC PUNB0338600 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Punjab National Bank's JAMMU NEHRU MARKET, DIST.JAMMU branch. NEFT now settles on a 24x7 basis in half-hourly batches and has no upper limit for retail customers (individual banks may impose their own caps).
- Log in to your internet banking or mobile banking app.
- Choose Add Beneficiary and select NEFT / Other Bank.
- Enter the beneficiary name, account number and the IFSC PUNB0338600.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Punjab National Bank and the branch as JAMMU NEHRU MARKET, DIST.JAMMU.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC PUNB0338600
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 – JAMMU NEHRU MARKET, DIST.JAMMU, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC PUNB0338600 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Punjab National Bank – JAMMU NEHRU MARKET, DIST.JAMMU, use IMPS. With IFSC PUNB0338600 and the beneficiary's account number you can move up to ₹5 lakh per transaction with instant credit, any day of the year.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC PUNB0338600 for Punjab National Bank – JAMMU NEHRU MARKET, DIST.JAMMU, 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.
| Parameter | NEFT | RTGS | IMPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum amount | ₹1 | ₹2,00,000 | ₹1 |
| Maximum amount | No RBI cap | No RBI cap | ₹5,00,000 |
| Settlement | Half-hourly batches | Real-time | Real-time |
| Availability | 24x7 | 24x7 | 24x7 |
| Best for | Routine transfers | High-value transfers | Urgent small / mid transfers |
| IFSC required | Yes – PUNB0338600 | Yes – PUNB0338600 | Yes – PUNB0338600 |
For most retail customers crediting the Jammu Nehru Market, Dist.Jammu 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.
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 JAMMU NEHRU MARKET, DIST.JAMMU branch, the IFSC PUNB0338600 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.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Jammu Nehru Market, Dist.Jammu branch is mapped to IFSC PUNB0338600 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 PUNB0338600.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Jammu Nehru Market, Dist.Jammu 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 PUNB0338600
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Jammu Nehru Market, Dist.Jammu 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 PUNB0338600 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.
How to reach the Jammu Nehru Market, Dist.Jammu branch
The branch is located at 15 A/D, GANDHI NAGAR, which puts it inside Jammu, the broader Police Line Jammu district, and the state of Jammu and Kashmir. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Punjab National Bank Jammu Nehru Market, Dist.Jammu branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC PUNB0338600 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 PUNB0338600 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 – JAMMU NEHRU MARKET, DIST.JAMMU:
- The IFSC is exactly PUNB0338600 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 JAMMU NEHRU MARKET, DIST.JAMMU 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.
Working hours
Branch counters at Jammu Nehru Market, Dist.Jammu 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 PUNB0338600 continue to work without interruption.
Verifying IFSC PUNB0338600 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 PUNB0338600 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on the branch contact number.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Branch address & contact
Punjab National BankJammu Nehru Market, Dist.Jammu Branch
15 A/D, GANDHI NAGAR
Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: PUNB0338600
Frequently asked questions
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using PUNB0338600 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Punjab National Bank – Jammu Nehru Market, Dist.Jammu reflect within 30 minutes.
How do I add Punjab National Bank Jammu Nehru Market, Dist.Jammu as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC PUNB0338600, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
What is the phone number of Punjab National Bank Jammu Nehru Market, Dist.Jammu branch?
You can reach the branch at the branch contact number during regular banking hours.
Does Punjab National Bank Jammu Nehru Market, Dist.Jammu branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on the branch contact number to confirm.
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 Jammu Nehru Market, Dist.Jammu branch but serve different purposes.
Where is Punjab National Bank Jammu Nehru Market, Dist.Jammu branch located?
Punjab National Bank's Jammu Nehru Market, Dist.Jammu branch is located at 15 A/D, GANDHI NAGAR, Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir.
Is IFSC PUNB0338600 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC PUNB0338600 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Summary
The IFSC code PUNB0338600 belongs to Punjab National Bank's JAMMU NEHRU MARKET, DIST.JAMMU branch, located at 15 A/D, GANDHI NAGAR in JAMMU, JAMMU AND KASHMIR. 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.


