This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Punjab National Bank, PREM NAGAR,KARNAL branch in KARNAL. The 11-digit IFSC PUNB0159010 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 PREM NAGAR,KARNAL 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.
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 PREM NAGAR,KARNAL branch, the IFSC PUNB0159010 breaks down as follows: PUNB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 159010 identifies this particular branch.
About the bank
Punjab National Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Prem Nagar,Karnal branch in Karnal, Haryana is part of this network and uses the IFSC code PUNB0159010 for all electronic settlement.
About the Prem Nagar,Karnal branch
The Prem Nagar,Karnal branch of Punjab National Bank is situated at KHASRA NO.1271 TO 1275 PREM NAGAR COLONY,KARN 132001. 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 PUNB0159010 is used.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Punjab National Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Prem Nagar,Karnal |
| IFSC Code | PUNB0159010 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | KHASRA NO.1271 TO 1275 PREM NAGAR COLONY,KARN 132001 |
| City | Karnal |
| District | Karnal |
| State | Haryana |
| STD Code | 184 |
| Phone | 2292230 |
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 PREM NAGAR,KARNAL branch came to be assigned the code PUNB0159010.
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 PUNB0159010, money simply cannot be routed to the PREM NAGAR,KARNAL 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 PUNB0159010 and the account number together uniquely identify the Prem Nagar,Karnal branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
How to transfer money using IFSC PUNB0159010
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 PUNB0159010 across all three.
NEFT to Punjab National Bank, PREM NAGAR,KARNAL using IFSC PUNB0159010
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 PUNB0159010, and confirm that the system picks up Punjab National Bank – PREM NAGAR,KARNAL. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC PUNB0159010
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 – PREM NAGAR,KARNAL, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC PUNB0159010 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Punjab National Bank – PREM NAGAR,KARNAL, use IMPS. With IFSC PUNB0159010 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 Prem Nagar,Karnal
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 PUNB0159010:
- 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 PREM NAGAR,KARNAL is still linked to IFSC PUNB0159010.
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 PUNB0159010
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 – PREM NAGAR,KARNAL is still mapped to IFSC PUNB0159010. 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 PUNB0159010 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Prem Nagar,Karnal branch is mapped to IFSC PUNB0159010 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 PUNB0159010.
Banking services available
The Prem Nagar,Karnal branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 184-2292230.
- 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 PUNB0159010
Online banking and IFSC PUNB0159010
Punjab National Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the PREM NAGAR,KARNAL 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 PUNB0159010 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.
How to reach the Prem Nagar,Karnal branch
The branch is located at KHASRA NO.1271 TO 1275 PREM NAGAR COLONY,KARN 132001, which puts it inside Karnal, the broader Karnal district, and the state of Haryana. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Punjab National Bank Prem Nagar,Karnal branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC PUNB0159010 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 184-2292230 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 PUNB0159010 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 – PREM NAGAR,KARNAL:
- The IFSC is exactly PUNB0159010 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 PREM NAGAR,KARNAL 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.
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 Prem Nagar,Karnal branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC PUNB0159010, however, work 24x7.
Verifying IFSC PUNB0159010 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 PUNB0159010 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 184-2292230.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Branch address & contact
Punjab National BankPrem Nagar,Karnal Branch
KHASRA NO.1271 TO 1275 PREM NAGAR COLONY,KARN 132001
Karnal, Haryana
Phone: 184-2292230
IFSC: PUNB0159010
Frequently asked questions
What is the IFSC code of Punjab National Bank Prem Nagar,Karnal branch?
The IFSC code of Punjab National Bank, Prem Nagar,Karnal branch is PUNB0159010. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Where is Punjab National Bank Prem Nagar,Karnal branch located?
Punjab National Bank's Prem Nagar,Karnal branch is located at KHASRA NO.1271 TO 1275 PREM NAGAR COLONY,KARN 132001, Karnal, Haryana.
What is the phone number of Punjab National Bank Prem Nagar,Karnal branch?
You can reach the branch at 184-2292230 during regular banking hours.
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 Prem Nagar,Karnal branch but serve different purposes.
Is IFSC PUNB0159010 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC PUNB0159010 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Does Punjab National Bank Prem Nagar,Karnal branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 184-2292230 to confirm.
Final notes
To recap: PUNB0159010 is the IFSC code of Punjab National Bank, PREM NAGAR,KARNAL branch, in KARNAL, HARYANA. 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.


