If you are searching for the IFSC code of Punjab National Bank, JAIL ROADJORHAT branch in JORHAT, ASSAM, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is PUNB0139020. You can use it for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers, online banking add-payee actions, UPI mandates and any other electronic payment request that asks for an Indian Financial System Code. The information on this page is curated specifically for customers, remitters, employers and businesses who need to credit funds to an account maintained at this branch, and it is structured so you can find what you need within a few seconds of landing here.
You will see the complete branch address, the area STD code and phone number, the city and state, the day-to-day banking services that are typically offered at the JAIL ROADJORHAT branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC PUNB0139020 across NEFT, RTGS and IMPS rails. A frequently-asked-questions section at the end answers the most common queries we receive about this particular branch.
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 – JAIL ROADJORHAT is PUNB0139020. The first four letters PUNB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 139020 map to this branch in JORHAT, ASSAM.
About Punjab National Bank
Punjab National Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Jail Roadjorhat branch in Jorhat. 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, PUNB0139020.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Punjab National Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Jail Roadjorhat |
| IFSC Code | PUNB0139020 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | JAIL ROAD ,JORHAT,ASSAM |
| City | Jorhat |
| District | Jorhat |
| State | Assam |
About this branch
The branch is located at JAIL ROAD ,JORHAT,ASSAM. It serves the Jorhat 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 PUNB0139020 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
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 JAIL ROADJORHAT of Punjab National Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code PUNB0139020 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 PUNB0139020 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 Jail Roadjorhat branch is mapped to IFSC PUNB0139020 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 PUNB0139020.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Jail Roadjorhat 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 PUNB0139020
How to transfer money using IFSC PUNB0139020
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 PUNB0139020 across all three.
How to use IFSC PUNB0139020 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Punjab National Bank's JAIL ROADJORHAT 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 PUNB0139020.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Punjab National Bank and the branch as JAIL ROADJORHAT.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to JAIL ROADJORHAT
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Punjab National Bank's JAIL ROADJORHAT branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC PUNB0139020 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 – JAIL ROADJORHAT, use IMPS. With IFSC PUNB0139020 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 PUNB0139020 for Punjab National Bank – JAIL ROADJORHAT, 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 – PUNB0139020 | Yes – PUNB0139020 | Yes – PUNB0139020 |
For most retail customers crediting the Jail Roadjorhat 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 JAIL ROADJORHAT branch, the IFSC PUNB0139020 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.
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Jail Roadjorhat 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 PUNB0139020 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.
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 PUNB0139020 and the account number together uniquely identify the Jail Roadjorhat 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 PUNB0139020
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 – JAIL ROADJORHAT, 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:
PUNB0139020. - 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.
Reaching the branch
The Jail Roadjorhat branch sits at JAIL ROAD ,JORHAT,ASSAM. If you are travelling from outside Jorhat, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call the branch contact number to ask for landmarks. Many customers find it easier to skip the trip altogether: net banking, mobile apps, NEFT, RTGS, IMPS and UPI all work using the IFSC PUNB0139020 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC PUNB0139020 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 PUNB0139020 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.
Working hours
Branch counters at Jail Roadjorhat 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 PUNB0139020 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Punjab National BankJail Roadjorhat Branch
JAIL ROAD ,JORHAT,ASSAM
Jorhat, Assam
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: PUNB0139020
Frequently asked questions
Is IFSC PUNB0139020 the same for all accounts at Jail Roadjorhat branch?
Yes. The IFSC PUNB0139020 is shared by every account held at Punjab National Bank's Jail Roadjorhat branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
What is the IFSC code of Punjab National Bank Jail Roadjorhat branch?
The IFSC code of Punjab National Bank, Jail Roadjorhat branch is PUNB0139020. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Does Punjab National Bank Jail Roadjorhat 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 Jail Roadjorhat branch but serve different purposes.
Is IFSC PUNB0139020 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC PUNB0139020 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using PUNB0139020 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Punjab National Bank – Jail Roadjorhat reflect within 30 minutes.
How do I add Punjab National Bank Jail Roadjorhat as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC PUNB0139020, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Can I use IFSC PUNB0139020 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC PUNB0139020 to send funds instantly.
Final notes
To recap: PUNB0139020 is the IFSC code of Punjab National Bank, JAIL ROADJORHAT branch, in JORHAT, ASSAM. 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.


