Below are the complete branch details for Punjab National Bank, C CHEST B O PANDU NAGAR branch, located in KANPUR, UTTAR PRADESH. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is PUNB0707300. 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 PUNB0707300 for Punjab National Bank – C CHEST B O PANDU NAGAR — 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 – C CHEST B O PANDU NAGAR is PUNB0707300. The first four letters PUNB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 707300 map to this branch in KANPUR, UTTAR PRADESH.
Bank profile
Punjab National Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The C Chest B O Pandu Nagar branch — IFSC PUNB0707300 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh.
About the C Chest B O Pandu Nagar branch
The C Chest B O Pandu Nagar branch of Punjab National Bank is situated at 117/H2/168 PANDU NAGAR. Customers visiting this branch can complete cash deposits, withdrawals, demand draft requests, cheque clearing, passbook updates and KYC formalities. For online transactions to or from this branch, the IFSC code PUNB0707300 is used.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Punjab National Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | C Chest B O Pandu Nagar |
| IFSC Code | PUNB0707300 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | 117/H2/168 PANDU NAGAR |
| City | Kanpur |
| District | Kanpur |
| State | Uttar Pradesh |
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 C CHEST B O PANDU NAGAR of Punjab National Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code PUNB0707300 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 PUNB0707300 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 PUNB0707300 and the account number together uniquely identify the C Chest B O Pandu Nagar branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
How to transfer money using IFSC PUNB0707300
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 PUNB0707300 across all three.
How to use IFSC PUNB0707300 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Punjab National Bank's C CHEST B O PANDU NAGAR 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 PUNB0707300.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Punjab National Bank and the branch as C CHEST B O PANDU NAGAR.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC PUNB0707300
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 – C CHEST B O PANDU NAGAR, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC PUNB0707300 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Punjab National Bank – C CHEST B O PANDU NAGAR, use IMPS. With IFSC PUNB0707300 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 C Chest B O Pandu Nagar
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 PUNB0707300:
- 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 C CHEST B O PANDU NAGAR is still linked to IFSC PUNB0707300.
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 PUNB0707300
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 – C CHEST B O PANDU NAGAR is still mapped to IFSC PUNB0707300. 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 PUNB0707300 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Account types you can open at the C Chest B O Pandu Nagar branch
Once you have an account at Punjab National Bank – C CHEST B O PANDU NAGAR, the IFSC PUNB0707300 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.
Products and services
Customers walking into the C Chest B O Pandu Nagar 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 PUNB0707300
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the C Chest B O Pandu Nagar 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 PUNB0707300 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 C Chest B O Pandu Nagar branch
The branch is located at 117/H2/168 PANDU NAGAR, which puts it inside Kanpur, the broader Kanpur district, and the state of Uttar Pradesh. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Punjab National Bank C Chest B O Pandu Nagar branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC PUNB0707300 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 PUNB0707300 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 – C CHEST B O PANDU NAGAR:
- The IFSC is exactly PUNB0707300 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 C CHEST B O PANDU NAGAR 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 C Chest B O Pandu Nagar 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 PUNB0707300 continue to work without interruption.
Verifying IFSC PUNB0707300 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 PUNB0707300 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 BankC Chest B O Pandu Nagar Branch
117/H2/168 PANDU NAGAR
Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: PUNB0707300
Frequently asked questions
How do I add Punjab National Bank C Chest B O Pandu Nagar as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC PUNB0707300, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Can I use IFSC PUNB0707300 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC PUNB0707300 to send funds instantly.
What is the phone number of Punjab National Bank C Chest B O Pandu Nagar branch?
You can reach the branch at the branch contact number during regular banking hours.
Does Punjab National Bank C Chest B O Pandu Nagar branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on the branch contact number to confirm.
Is IFSC PUNB0707300 the same for all accounts at C Chest B O Pandu Nagar branch?
Yes. The IFSC PUNB0707300 is shared by every account held at Punjab National Bank's C Chest B O Pandu Nagar branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
What is the IFSC code of Punjab National Bank C Chest B O Pandu Nagar branch?
The IFSC code of Punjab National Bank, C Chest B O Pandu Nagar branch is PUNB0707300. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
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 C Chest B O Pandu Nagar branch but serve different purposes.
Is IFSC PUNB0707300 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC PUNB0707300 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Summary
The IFSC code PUNB0707300 belongs to Punjab National Bank's C CHEST B O PANDU NAGAR branch, located at 117/H2/168 PANDU NAGAR in KANPUR, UTTAR PRADESH. 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.


