This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Punjab National Bank, CALCUTTA BRBB ROAD, DISTT. CA branch in KOLKATA. The 11-digit IFSC PUNB0009000 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 CALCUTTA BRBB ROAD, DISTT. CA 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.
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, PUNB0009000 is the IFSC of Punjab National Bank's CALCUTTA BRBB ROAD, DISTT. CA branch. The format is fixed: PUNB = bank code, 0 = reserved, 009000 = branch identifier.
Bank profile
Punjab National Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Calcutta Brbb Road, Distt. Ca branch — IFSC PUNB0009000 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Kolkata, West Bengal.
Calcutta Brbb Road, Distt. Ca branch overview
Located at 135 BRBB ROAD, KOLKATA, the Calcutta Brbb Road, Distt. Ca branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC PUNB0009000 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Punjab National Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Calcutta Brbb Road, Distt. Ca |
| IFSC Code | PUNB0009000 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | 135 BRBB ROAD, KOLKATA |
| City | Kolkata |
| District | Kolkata |
| State | West Bengal |
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 CALCUTTA BRBB ROAD, DISTT. CA of Punjab National Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code PUNB0009000 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 PUNB0009000 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 PUNB0009000 and the account number together uniquely identify the Calcutta Brbb Road, Distt. Ca branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
How to transfer money using IFSC PUNB0009000
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 PUNB0009000 across all three.
NEFT to Punjab National Bank, CALCUTTA BRBB ROAD, DISTT. CA using IFSC PUNB0009000
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 PUNB0009000, and confirm that the system picks up Punjab National Bank – CALCUTTA BRBB ROAD, DISTT. CA. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to CALCUTTA BRBB ROAD, DISTT. CA
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Punjab National Bank's CALCUTTA BRBB ROAD, DISTT. CA branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC PUNB0009000 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to Punjab National Bank CALCUTTA BRBB ROAD, DISTT. CA (IFSC PUNB0009000)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC PUNB0009000 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the CALCUTTA BRBB ROAD, DISTT. CA branch account within seconds.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Calcutta Brbb Road, Distt. Ca
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 PUNB0009000:
- 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 CALCUTTA BRBB ROAD, DISTT. CA is still linked to IFSC PUNB0009000.
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 PUNB0009000
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 – CALCUTTA BRBB ROAD, DISTT. CA is still mapped to IFSC PUNB0009000. 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 PUNB0009000 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Account types you can open at the Calcutta Brbb Road, Distt. Ca branch
Once you have an account at Punjab National Bank – CALCUTTA BRBB ROAD, DISTT. CA, the IFSC PUNB0009000 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 Calcutta Brbb Road, Distt. Ca 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 PUNB0009000
Online banking and IFSC PUNB0009000
Punjab National Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the CALCUTTA BRBB ROAD, DISTT. CA 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 PUNB0009000 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 Calcutta Brbb Road, Distt. Ca branch
The branch is located at 135 BRBB ROAD, KOLKATA, which puts it inside Kolkata, the broader Kolkata district, and the state of West Bengal. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Punjab National Bank Calcutta Brbb Road, Distt. Ca branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC PUNB0009000 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 PUNB0009000 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 – CALCUTTA BRBB ROAD, DISTT. CA:
- The IFSC is exactly PUNB0009000 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 CALCUTTA BRBB ROAD, DISTT. CA 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 Calcutta Brbb Road, Distt. Ca branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC PUNB0009000, however, work 24x7.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC PUNB0009000 for Punjab National Bank – CALCUTTA BRBB ROAD, DISTT. CA, you can cross-check the code from any of these sources before initiating a high-value transfer:
- The front of the cheque book issued by the branch – the IFSC is printed at the top of every leaf.
- The first page of your passbook.
- The bank's official website under the branch locator.
- The Reserve Bank of India's IFSC search portal.
- Net banking dashboards usually display the home-branch IFSC under account details.
Branch address & contact
Punjab National BankCalcutta Brbb Road, Distt. Ca Branch
135 BRBB ROAD, KOLKATA
Kolkata, West Bengal
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: PUNB0009000
Frequently asked questions
Does Punjab National Bank Calcutta Brbb Road, Distt. Ca 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 PUNB0009000 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC PUNB0009000 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
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 Calcutta Brbb Road, Distt. Ca branch but serve different purposes.
What is the phone number of Punjab National Bank Calcutta Brbb Road, Distt. Ca branch?
You can reach the branch at the branch contact number during regular banking hours.
How do I add Punjab National Bank Calcutta Brbb Road, Distt. Ca as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC PUNB0009000, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using PUNB0009000 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Punjab National Bank – Calcutta Brbb Road, Distt. Ca reflect within 30 minutes.
Summary
The IFSC code PUNB0009000 belongs to Punjab National Bank's CALCUTTA BRBB ROAD, DISTT. CA branch, located at 135 BRBB ROAD, KOLKATA in KOLKATA, WEST BENGAL. 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.


