Below are the complete branch details for Punjab National Bank, KANKER KHERA, MEERUT branch, located in MEERUT, UTTAR PRADESH. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is PUNB0072900. Whether you want to transfer money, add a beneficiary, verify a cheque or simply confirm the branch address, you will find authentic, up-to-date information on this page that has been cross-checked against the bank's branch directory and the RBI's master list of participants in the National Electronic Funds Transfer system.
The IFSC code is one of the most frequently asked-for pieces of information when somebody wants to send you money or set up a recurring credit such as a salary, EMI auto-debit or supplier payment. Knowing exactly which IFSC belongs to your branch — in this case PUNB0072900 for Punjab National Bank – KANKER KHERA, MEERUT — saves you from rejected transfers, returned credits and the back-and-forth that follows them.
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 – KANKER KHERA, MEERUT is PUNB0072900. The first four letters PUNB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 072900 map to this branch in MEERUT, UTTAR PRADESH.
About Punjab National Bank
Punjab National Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Kanker Khera, Meerut branch in Meerut. 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, PUNB0072900.
Kanker Khera, Meerut branch overview
Located at SARDHNA ROAD, KANKERKHERA, MEERUT, the Kanker Khera, Meerut branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC PUNB0072900 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Punjab National Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Kanker Khera, Meerut |
| IFSC Code | PUNB0072900 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | SARDHNA ROAD, KANKERKHERA, MEERUT |
| City | Meerut |
| District | Meerut |
| State | Uttar Pradesh |
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 KANKER KHERA, MEERUT branch came to be assigned the code PUNB0072900.
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 PUNB0072900, money simply cannot be routed to the KANKER KHERA, MEERUT 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 PUNB0072900 and the account number together uniquely identify the Kanker Khera, Meerut branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
How to transfer money using IFSC PUNB0072900
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 PUNB0072900 across all three.
NEFT to Punjab National Bank, KANKER KHERA, MEERUT using IFSC PUNB0072900
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 PUNB0072900, and confirm that the system picks up Punjab National Bank – KANKER KHERA, MEERUT. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to KANKER KHERA, MEERUT
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Punjab National Bank's KANKER KHERA, MEERUT branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC PUNB0072900 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 – KANKER KHERA, MEERUT, use IMPS. With IFSC PUNB0072900 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 Kanker Khera, Meerut
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 PUNB0072900:
- 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 KANKER KHERA, MEERUT is still linked to IFSC PUNB0072900.
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 PUNB0072900
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 – KANKER KHERA, MEERUT is still mapped to IFSC PUNB0072900. 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 PUNB0072900 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Kanker Khera, Meerut branch is mapped to IFSC PUNB0072900 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 PUNB0072900.
Banking services available
The Kanker Khera, Meerut branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on the branch contact number.
- 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 PUNB0072900
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Kanker Khera, Meerut 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 PUNB0072900 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 Kanker Khera, Meerut branch sits at SARDHNA ROAD, KANKERKHERA, MEERUT. If you are travelling from outside Meerut, 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 PUNB0072900 and your account number.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC PUNB0072900
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 – KANKER KHERA, MEERUT, 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:
PUNB0072900. - 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 Kanker Khera, Meerut branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC PUNB0072900, however, work 24x7.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC PUNB0072900 for Punjab National Bank – KANKER KHERA, MEERUT, 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 BankKanker Khera, Meerut Branch
SARDHNA ROAD, KANKERKHERA, MEERUT
Meerut, Uttar Pradesh
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: PUNB0072900
Frequently asked questions
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using PUNB0072900 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Punjab National Bank – Kanker Khera, Meerut reflect within 30 minutes.
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 Kanker Khera, Meerut branch but serve different purposes.
Where is Punjab National Bank Kanker Khera, Meerut branch located?
Punjab National Bank's Kanker Khera, Meerut branch is located at SARDHNA ROAD, KANKERKHERA, MEERUT, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh.
Is IFSC PUNB0072900 the same for all accounts at Kanker Khera, Meerut branch?
Yes. The IFSC PUNB0072900 is shared by every account held at Punjab National Bank's Kanker Khera, Meerut branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Can I use IFSC PUNB0072900 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC PUNB0072900 to send funds instantly.
How do I add Punjab National Bank Kanker Khera, Meerut as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC PUNB0072900, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Is IFSC PUNB0072900 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC PUNB0072900 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Final notes
To recap: PUNB0072900 is the IFSC code of Punjab National Bank, KANKER KHERA, MEERUT branch, in MEERUT, UTTAR PRADESH. 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.


