This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Punjab National Bank, SADHOLI KADEEM, DISTT. SAHARAN branch in SADHOLI KADEEM ,DISTT. SAHARANPUR. The 11-digit IFSC PUNB0311800 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 SADHOLI KADEEM, DISTT. SAHARAN 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, PUNB0311800 is the IFSC of Punjab National Bank's SADHOLI KADEEM, DISTT. SAHARAN branch. The format is fixed: PUNB = bank code, 0 = reserved, 311800 = branch identifier.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Punjab National Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Sadholi Kadeem, Distt. Saharan |
| IFSC Code | PUNB0311800 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | VPO SADHOLI KADEEM, TODERPUR ROAD, |
| City | Sadholi Kadeem ,Distt. Saharanpur |
| District | Saharanpur, Up West |
| State | Uttar Pradesh |
Bank profile
Punjab National Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Sadholi Kadeem, Distt. Saharan branch — IFSC PUNB0311800 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Sadholi Kadeem ,Distt. Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh.
About the Sadholi Kadeem, Distt. Saharan branch
The Sadholi Kadeem, Distt. Saharan branch of Punjab National Bank is situated at VPO SADHOLI KADEEM, TODERPUR ROAD,. 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 PUNB0311800 is used.
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 SADHOLI KADEEM, DISTT. SAHARAN branch came to be assigned the code PUNB0311800.
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 PUNB0311800, money simply cannot be routed to the SADHOLI KADEEM, DISTT. SAHARAN branch electronically.
How to transfer money using IFSC PUNB0311800
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 PUNB0311800 across all three.
How to use IFSC PUNB0311800 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Punjab National Bank's SADHOLI KADEEM, DISTT. SAHARAN 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).
- Log in to your internet banking or mobile banking app.
- Choose Add Beneficiary and select NEFT / Other Bank.
- Enter the beneficiary name, account number and the IFSC PUNB0311800.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Punjab National Bank and the branch as SADHOLI KADEEM, DISTT. SAHARAN.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC PUNB0311800
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 – SADHOLI KADEEM, DISTT. SAHARAN, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC PUNB0311800 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Punjab National Bank – SADHOLI KADEEM, DISTT. SAHARAN, use IMPS. With IFSC PUNB0311800 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 Sadholi Kadeem, Distt. Saharan
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 PUNB0311800:
- 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 SADHOLI KADEEM, DISTT. SAHARAN is still linked to IFSC PUNB0311800.
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 PUNB0311800
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 – SADHOLI KADEEM, DISTT. SAHARAN is still mapped to IFSC PUNB0311800. 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 PUNB0311800 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Sadholi Kadeem, Distt. Saharan branch is mapped to IFSC PUNB0311800 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 PUNB0311800.
Banking services available
The Sadholi Kadeem, Distt. Saharan 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 PUNB0311800
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 PUNB0311800 and the account number together uniquely identify the Sadholi Kadeem, Distt. Saharan branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
Online banking and IFSC PUNB0311800
Punjab National Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the SADHOLI KADEEM, DISTT. SAHARAN 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 PUNB0311800 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.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC PUNB0311800
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 – SADHOLI KADEEM, DISTT. SAHARAN, 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:
PUNB0311800. - 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.
Reaching the branch
The Sadholi Kadeem, Distt. Saharan branch sits at VPO SADHOLI KADEEM, TODERPUR ROAD,. If you are travelling from outside Sadholi Kadeem ,Distt. Saharanpur, 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 PUNB0311800 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC PUNB0311800 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 PUNB0311800 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 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 Sadholi Kadeem, Distt. Saharan branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC PUNB0311800, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
Punjab National BankSadholi Kadeem, Distt. Saharan Branch
VPO SADHOLI KADEEM, TODERPUR ROAD,
Sadholi Kadeem ,Distt. Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: PUNB0311800
Frequently asked questions
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using PUNB0311800 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Punjab National Bank – Sadholi Kadeem, Distt. Saharan reflect within 30 minutes.
What is the phone number of Punjab National Bank Sadholi Kadeem, Distt. Saharan branch?
You can reach the branch at the branch contact number during regular banking hours.
What is the IFSC code of Punjab National Bank Sadholi Kadeem, Distt. Saharan branch?
The IFSC code of Punjab National Bank, Sadholi Kadeem, Distt. Saharan branch is PUNB0311800. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
How do I add Punjab National Bank Sadholi Kadeem, Distt. Saharan as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC PUNB0311800, 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 Sadholi Kadeem, Distt. Saharan branch but serve different purposes.
Is IFSC PUNB0311800 the same for all accounts at Sadholi Kadeem, Distt. Saharan branch?
Yes. The IFSC PUNB0311800 is shared by every account held at Punjab National Bank's Sadholi Kadeem, Distt. Saharan branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Summary
The IFSC code PUNB0311800 belongs to Punjab National Bank's SADHOLI KADEEM, DISTT. SAHARAN branch, located at VPO SADHOLI KADEEM, TODERPUR ROAD, in SADHOLI KADEEM ,DISTT. SAHARANPUR, UTTAR PRADESH. 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.


