IFSC Code of Punjab National Bank, Saidpur Sakri Kannauj Branch, Uttar Pradesh

Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Punjab National Bank's SAIDPUR SAKRI KANNAUJ branch in KANPUR, UTTAR PRADESH. The branch's IFSC code PUNB0588000 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.

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, PUNB0588000 is the IFSC of Punjab National Bank's SAIDPUR SAKRI KANNAUJ branch. The format is fixed: PUNB = bank code, 0 = reserved, 588000 = branch identifier.

About Punjab National Bank

Punjab National Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Saidpur Sakri Kannauj branch in Kanpur. 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, PUNB0588000.

Branch details at a glance

Saidpur Sakri Kannauj branch overview

Located at C O SMT NOOR BANO W OSHAHNAWAJ ALI, WARSI MKT SAIDPUR SAKRI ROAD, MANIMAU , KANPUR UP KANNA 209727, the Saidpur Sakri Kannauj branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC PUNB0588000 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.

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 SAIDPUR SAKRI KANNAUJ branch came to be assigned the code PUNB0588000.

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 PUNB0588000, money simply cannot be routed to the SAIDPUR SAKRI KANNAUJ branch electronically.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Saidpur Sakri Kannauj branch is mapped to IFSC PUNB0588000 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 PUNB0588000.

Banking services available

The Saidpur Sakri Kannauj branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 9450333372.

• Savings, current and salary accounts
• Fixed deposits and recurring deposits
• Personal, vehicle and home loans
• Demat and investment products (where supported)
• Internet banking and mobile banking enrolment
• Debit and credit card issuance
• Locker facilities (subject to availability)
• Foreign exchange services (at authorised branches)
• Bill payments, demand drafts and pay orders
• NEFT / RTGS / IMPS / UPI fund transfers using IFSC PUNB0588000

How to transfer money using IFSC PUNB0588000

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 PUNB0588000 across all three.

NEFT to Punjab National Bank, SAIDPUR SAKRI KANNAUJ using IFSC PUNB0588000

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 PUNB0588000, and confirm that the system picks up Punjab National Bank – SAIDPUR SAKRI KANNAUJ. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC PUNB0588000

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 – SAIDPUR SAKRI KANNAUJ, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC PUNB0588000 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

IMPS to Punjab National Bank SAIDPUR SAKRI KANNAUJ (IFSC PUNB0588000)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC PUNB0588000 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the SAIDPUR SAKRI KANNAUJ branch account within seconds.

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

All three modes accept the IFSC PUNB0588000 for Punjab National Bank – SAIDPUR SAKRI KANNAUJ, 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 Saidpur Sakri Kannauj 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 PUNB0588000

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 – SAIDPUR SAKRI KANNAUJ is still mapped to IFSC PUNB0588000. 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 PUNB0588000 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Digital banking channels

Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Saidpur Sakri Kannauj 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 PUNB0588000 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 & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Saidpur Sakri Kannauj branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC PUNB0588000 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

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 – SAIDPUR SAKRI KANNAUJ:

• The IFSC is exactly PUNB0588000 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 SAIDPUR SAKRI KANNAUJ 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.

How to reach the Saidpur Sakri Kannauj branch

The branch is located at C O SMT NOOR BANO W OSHAHNAWAJ ALI, WARSI MKT SAIDPUR SAKRI ROAD, MANIMAU , KANPUR UP KANNA 209727, which puts it inside Kanpur, the broader Kanpur City district, and the state of Uttar Pradesh. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Punjab National Bank Saidpur Sakri Kannauj branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC PUNB0588000 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 9450333372 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 PUNB0588000 and your account number.

Verifying IFSC PUNB0588000 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 PUNB0588000 by:

• Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
• Opening the passbook's first page.
• Calling the branch directly on 9450333372.
• Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.

Working hours

Branch counters at Saidpur Sakri Kannauj 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 PUNB0588000 continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code PUNB0588000 belongs to Punjab National Bank's SAIDPUR SAKRI KANNAUJ branch, located at C O SMT NOOR BANO W OSHAHNAWAJ ALI, WARSI MKT SAIDPUR SAKRI ROAD, MANIMAU ,… 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.