IFSC Code of Punjab National Bank, Retail Asset Branch Vashi Branch, Maharashtra

If you are searching for the IFSC code of Punjab National Bank, RETAIL ASSET BRANCH VASHI branch in MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is PUNB0666800. You can use it for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers, online banking add-payee actions, UPI mandates and any other electronic payment request that asks for an Indian Financial System Code. The information on this page is curated specifically for customers, remitters, employers and businesses who need to credit funds to an account maintained at this branch, and it is structured so you can find what you need within a few seconds of landing here.

You will see the complete branch address, the area STD code and phone number, the city and state, the day-to-day banking services that are typically offered at the RETAIL ASSET BRANCH VASHI branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC PUNB0666800 across NEFT, RTGS and IMPS rails. A frequently-asked-questions section at the end answers the most common queries we receive about this particular 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 – RETAIL ASSET BRANCH VASHI is PUNB0666800. The first four letters PUNB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 666800 map to this branch in MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA.

Bank profile

Punjab National Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Retail Asset Branch Vashi branch — IFSC PUNB0666800 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Mumbai, Maharashtra.

About the Retail Asset Branch Vashi branch

The Retail Asset Branch Vashi branch of Punjab National Bank is situated at PLOT NO.6 SHOP NO.G-17 & 18. 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 PUNB0666800 is used.

Branch details at a glance

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 RETAIL ASSET BRANCH VASHI of Punjab National Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code PUNB0666800 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 PUNB0666800 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Retail Asset Branch Vashi branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC PUNB0666800 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

How to transfer money using IFSC PUNB0666800

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 PUNB0666800 across all three.

How to use IFSC PUNB0666800 for an NEFT transfer

NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Punjab National Bank's RETAIL ASSET BRANCH VASHI branch. NEFT now settles on a 24x7 basis in half-hourly batches and has no upper limit for retail customers (individual banks may impose their own caps).

1. Log in to your internet banking or mobile banking app.
2. Choose Add Beneficiary and select NEFT / Other Bank.
3. Enter the beneficiary name, account number and the IFSC PUNB0666800.
4. Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Punjab National Bank and the branch as RETAIL ASSET BRANCH VASHI.
5. Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC PUNB0666800

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 – RETAIL ASSET BRANCH VASHI, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC PUNB0666800 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

Send money instantly through IMPS

For a real-time, anytime transfer to Punjab National Bank – RETAIL ASSET BRANCH VASHI, use IMPS. With IFSC PUNB0666800 and the beneficiary's account number you can move up to ₹5 lakh per transaction with instant credit, any day of the year.

NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?

All three modes accept the IFSC PUNB0666800 for Punjab National Bank – RETAIL ASSET BRANCH VASHI, but they differ in speed, minimum amount and use case. The table below summarises the differences so you can pick the right channel for the situation at hand.

For most retail customers crediting the Retail Asset Branch Vashi branch, NEFT or IMPS will be the quickest and most economical option. RTGS comes in for one-off, high-value movements such as property purchases, vendor settlements or large gifts.

How UPI relates to the IFSC code

UPI lets you pay using a short Virtual Payment Address instead of typing the IFSC every time, but behind the scenes every UPI mandate is mapped to an account number plus an IFSC. For accounts at Punjab National Bank's RETAIL ASSET BRANCH VASHI branch, the IFSC PUNB0666800 is what the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) uses to route the credit when you tap Pay on a UPI app.

That is why, even in the UPI era, it is still worth knowing the IFSC of your home branch — for failed UPI mandates, e-mandate set-ups, third-party platform onboarding and salary or refund credits.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Retail Asset Branch Vashi branch is mapped to IFSC PUNB0666800 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 PUNB0666800.

Products and services

Customers walking into the Retail Asset Branch Vashi 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 PUNB0666800

Online banking and IFSC PUNB0666800

Punjab National Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the RETAIL ASSET BRANCH VASHI 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 PUNB0666800 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 Retail Asset Branch Vashi branch

The branch is located at PLOT NO.6 SHOP NO.G-17 & 18, which puts it inside Mumbai, the broader Mumbai district, and the state of Maharashtra. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Punjab National Bank Retail Asset Branch Vashi branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC PUNB0666800 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 PUNB0666800 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 – RETAIL ASSET BRANCH VASHI:

• The IFSC is exactly PUNB0666800 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 RETAIL ASSET BRANCH VASHI 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 Retail Asset Branch Vashi branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC PUNB0666800, however, work 24x7.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC PUNB0666800 for Punjab National Bank – RETAIL ASSET BRANCH VASHI, 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

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code PUNB0666800 belongs to Punjab National Bank's RETAIL ASSET BRANCH VASHI branch, located at PLOT NO.6 SHOP NO.G-17 & 18 in MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA. 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.