IFSC Code of Punjab National Bank, Nadakkav , Calicut Branch, Kerala

This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Punjab National Bank, NADAKKAV , CALICUT branch in KOZHIKODE. The 11-digit IFSC PUNB0431900 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 NADAKKAV , CALICUT 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.

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 – NADAKKAV , CALICUT is PUNB0431900. The first four letters PUNB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 431900 map to this branch in KOZHIKODE, KERALA.

About the bank

Punjab National Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Nadakkav , Calicut branch in Kozhikode, Kerala is part of this network and uses the IFSC code PUNB0431900 for all electronic settlement.

Nadakkav , Calicut branch overview

Located at PB NO 1013, OSC COMPLEX MANORAMA JUNCTION, the Nadakkav , Calicut branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC PUNB0431900 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.

Branch details at a glance

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 NADAKKAV , CALICUT branch came to be assigned the code PUNB0431900.

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 PUNB0431900, money simply cannot be routed to the NADAKKAV , CALICUT 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 PUNB0431900 and the account number together uniquely identify the Nadakkav , Calicut branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.

How to transfer money using IFSC PUNB0431900

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 PUNB0431900 across all three.

NEFT to Punjab National Bank, NADAKKAV , CALICUT using IFSC PUNB0431900

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 PUNB0431900, and confirm that the system picks up Punjab National Bank – NADAKKAV , CALICUT. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

Real-Time Gross Settlement to NADAKKAV , CALICUT

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Punjab National Bank's NADAKKAV , CALICUT branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC PUNB0431900 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

IMPS to Punjab National Bank NADAKKAV , CALICUT (IFSC PUNB0431900)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC PUNB0431900 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the NADAKKAV , CALICUT branch account within seconds.

Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Nadakkav , Calicut

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 PUNB0431900:

• 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 NADAKKAV , CALICUT is still linked to IFSC PUNB0431900.

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 PUNB0431900

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 – NADAKKAV , CALICUT is still mapped to IFSC PUNB0431900. 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 PUNB0431900 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Account types you can open at the Nadakkav , Calicut branch

Once you have an account at Punjab National Bank – NADAKKAV , CALICUT, the IFSC PUNB0431900 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 Nadakkav , Calicut 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 PUNB0431900

Online banking and IFSC PUNB0431900

Punjab National Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the NADAKKAV , CALICUT 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 PUNB0431900 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 Nadakkav , Calicut branch

The branch is located at PB NO 1013, OSC COMPLEX MANORAMA JUNCTION, which puts it inside Kozhikode, the broader Nadakave district, and the state of Kerala. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Punjab National Bank Nadakkav , Calicut branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC PUNB0431900 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling the branch contact number 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 PUNB0431900 and your account number.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC PUNB0431900

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 – NADAKKAV , CALICUT, 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: PUNB0431900.
• 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.

Working hours

Branch counters at Nadakkav , Calicut 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 PUNB0431900 continue to work without interruption.

Verifying IFSC PUNB0431900 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 PUNB0431900 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

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code PUNB0431900 belongs to Punjab National Bank's NADAKKAV , CALICUT branch, located at PB NO 1013, OSC COMPLEX MANORAMA JUNCTION in KOZHIKODE, KERALA. 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.