This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Punjab National Bank, C CHEST, BACK OFFICE branch in KOTA. The 11-digit IFSC PUNB0705500 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 C CHEST, BACK OFFICE 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 C CHEST, BACK OFFICE branch, the IFSC PUNB0705500 breaks down as follows: PUNB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 705500 identifies this particular branch.
Bank profile
Punjab National Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The C Chest, Back Office branch — IFSC PUNB0705500 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Kota, Rajasthan.
About this branch
The branch is located at INDUSTRIAL AREA, KOTA. It serves the Kota 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 PUNB0705500 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Punjab National Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | C Chest, Back Office |
| IFSC Code | PUNB0705500 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | INDUSTRIAL AREA, KOTA |
| City | Kota |
| District | Kota |
| State | Rajasthan |
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 C CHEST, BACK OFFICE branch came to be assigned the code PUNB0705500.
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 PUNB0705500, money simply cannot be routed to the C CHEST, BACK OFFICE 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 PUNB0705500 and the account number together uniquely identify the C Chest, Back Office branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
How to transfer money using IFSC PUNB0705500
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 PUNB0705500 across all three.
NEFT to Punjab National Bank, C CHEST, BACK OFFICE using IFSC PUNB0705500
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 PUNB0705500, and confirm that the system picks up Punjab National Bank – C CHEST, BACK OFFICE. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to C CHEST, BACK OFFICE
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Punjab National Bank's C CHEST, BACK OFFICE branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC PUNB0705500 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 – C CHEST, BACK OFFICE, use IMPS. With IFSC PUNB0705500 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, Back Office
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 PUNB0705500:
- 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, BACK OFFICE is still linked to IFSC PUNB0705500.
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 PUNB0705500
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, BACK OFFICE is still mapped to IFSC PUNB0705500. 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 PUNB0705500 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Account types you can open at the C Chest, Back Office branch
Once you have an account at Punjab National Bank – C CHEST, BACK OFFICE, the IFSC PUNB0705500 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, Back Office 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 PUNB0705500
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the C Chest, Back Office 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 PUNB0705500 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.
Reaching the branch
The C Chest, Back Office branch sits at INDUSTRIAL AREA, KOTA. If you are travelling from outside Kota, 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 PUNB0705500 and your account number.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC PUNB0705500
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 – C CHEST, BACK OFFICE, 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:
PUNB0705500. - 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.
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 C Chest, Back Office branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC PUNB0705500, however, work 24x7.
Verifying IFSC PUNB0705500 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 PUNB0705500 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, Back Office Branch
INDUSTRIAL AREA, KOTA
Kota, Rajasthan
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: PUNB0705500
Frequently asked questions
How do I add Punjab National Bank C Chest, Back Office as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC PUNB0705500, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
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, Back Office branch but serve different purposes.
Can I use IFSC PUNB0705500 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC PUNB0705500 to send funds instantly.
Does Punjab National Bank C Chest, Back Office 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 PUNB0705500 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC PUNB0705500 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Where is Punjab National Bank C Chest, Back Office branch located?
Punjab National Bank's C Chest, Back Office branch is located at INDUSTRIAL AREA, KOTA, Kota, Rajasthan.
What is the phone number of Punjab National Bank C Chest, Back Office branch?
You can reach the branch at the branch contact number during regular banking hours.
Summary
The IFSC code PUNB0705500 belongs to Punjab National Bank's C CHEST, BACK OFFICE branch, located at INDUSTRIAL AREA, KOTA in KOTA, RAJASTHAN. 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.


