Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Punjab National Bank's SANGLI, DISTT. SANGLI ,MAHARAS branch in SANGLI, MAHARASHTRA. The branch's IFSC code PUNB0041800 is the key identifier you need whenever a remitter, employer or biller asks for a bank routing number to send funds to an account held at this branch. We have also included the branch's postal address, telephone number, banking hours, common services, and an extensive FAQ block that should answer almost every question that comes up when you are about to add this branch as a beneficiary in your net-banking app for the first time.
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 – SANGLI, DISTT. SANGLI ,MAHARAS is PUNB0041800. The first four letters PUNB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 041800 map to this branch in SANGLI, MAHARASHTRA.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Punjab National Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Sangli, Distt. Sangli ,Maharas |
| IFSC Code | PUNB0041800 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | MAHAVIR NAGAR,HIGH SCHOOL ROAD |
| City | Sangli |
| District | Sangli |
| State | Maharashtra |
About Punjab National Bank
Punjab National Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Sangli, Distt. Sangli ,Maharas branch in Sangli. 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, PUNB0041800.
About this branch
The branch is located at MAHAVIR NAGAR,HIGH SCHOOL ROAD. It serves the Sangli 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 PUNB0041800 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
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 SANGLI, DISTT. SANGLI ,MAHARAS branch came to be assigned the code PUNB0041800.
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 PUNB0041800, money simply cannot be routed to the SANGLI, DISTT. SANGLI ,MAHARAS branch electronically.
How to transfer money using IFSC PUNB0041800
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 PUNB0041800 across all three.
How to use IFSC PUNB0041800 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Punjab National Bank's SANGLI, DISTT. SANGLI ,MAHARAS 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 PUNB0041800.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Punjab National Bank and the branch as SANGLI, DISTT. SANGLI ,MAHARAS.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC PUNB0041800
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 – SANGLI, DISTT. SANGLI ,MAHARAS, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC PUNB0041800 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Punjab National Bank – SANGLI, DISTT. SANGLI ,MAHARAS, use IMPS. With IFSC PUNB0041800 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 Sangli, Distt. Sangli ,Maharas
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 PUNB0041800:
- 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 SANGLI, DISTT. SANGLI ,MAHARAS is still linked to IFSC PUNB0041800.
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.
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 SANGLI, DISTT. SANGLI ,MAHARAS branch, the IFSC PUNB0041800 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 Sangli, Distt. Sangli ,Maharas branch is mapped to IFSC PUNB0041800 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 PUNB0041800.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Sangli, Distt. Sangli ,Maharas 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 PUNB0041800
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 PUNB0041800 and the account number together uniquely identify the Sangli, Distt. Sangli ,Maharas branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
Online banking and IFSC PUNB0041800
Punjab National Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the SANGLI, DISTT. SANGLI ,MAHARAS 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 PUNB0041800 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.
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 – SANGLI, DISTT. SANGLI ,MAHARAS:
- The IFSC is exactly PUNB0041800 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 SANGLI, DISTT. SANGLI ,MAHARAS 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.
How to reach the Sangli, Distt. Sangli ,Maharas branch
The branch is located at MAHAVIR NAGAR,HIGH SCHOOL ROAD, which puts it inside Sangli, the broader Sangli district, and the state of Maharashtra. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Punjab National Bank Sangli, Distt. Sangli ,Maharas branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC PUNB0041800 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling the branch contact number before stepping out, especially around public holidays.
- 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 PUNB0041800 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC PUNB0041800 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 PUNB0041800 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 Sangli, Distt. Sangli ,Maharas branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC PUNB0041800, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
Punjab National BankSangli, Distt. Sangli ,Maharas Branch
MAHAVIR NAGAR,HIGH SCHOOL ROAD
Sangli, Maharashtra
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: PUNB0041800
Frequently asked questions
Does Punjab National Bank Sangli, Distt. Sangli ,Maharas branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on the branch contact number to confirm.
Can I use IFSC PUNB0041800 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC PUNB0041800 to send funds instantly.
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 Sangli, Distt. Sangli ,Maharas branch but serve different purposes.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using PUNB0041800 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Punjab National Bank – Sangli, Distt. Sangli ,Maharas reflect within 30 minutes.
What is the IFSC code of Punjab National Bank Sangli, Distt. Sangli ,Maharas branch?
The IFSC code of Punjab National Bank, Sangli, Distt. Sangli ,Maharas branch is PUNB0041800. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
How do I add Punjab National Bank Sangli, Distt. Sangli ,Maharas as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC PUNB0041800, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Final notes
To recap: PUNB0041800 is the IFSC code of Punjab National Bank, SANGLI, DISTT. SANGLI ,MAHARAS branch, in SANGLI, MAHARASHTRA. 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.


