IFSC Code of Punjab National Bank, Sherghati,Dist Gaya ,Bihar Branch, Bihar

If you are searching for the IFSC code of Punjab National Bank, SHERGHATI,DIST GAYA ,BIHAR branch in SHERGHATI,DIST GAYA ,BIHAR, BIHAR, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is PUNB0168600. 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 SHERGHATI,DIST GAYA ,BIHAR branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC PUNB0168600 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 – SHERGHATI,DIST GAYA ,BIHAR is PUNB0168600. The first four letters PUNB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 168600 map to this branch in SHERGHATI,DIST GAYA ,BIHAR, BIHAR.

Bank profile

Punjab National Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Sherghati,Dist Gaya ,Bihar branch — IFSC PUNB0168600 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Sherghati,Dist Gaya ,Bihar, Bihar.

Branch details at a glance

Sherghati,Dist Gaya ,Bihar branch overview

Located at PALIKA BAZAR, GOLA BZR RD. SHERGHATI, the Sherghati,Dist Gaya ,Bihar branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC PUNB0168600 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.

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 SHERGHATI,DIST GAYA ,BIHAR of Punjab National Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code PUNB0168600 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 PUNB0168600 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Sherghati,Dist Gaya ,Bihar branch is mapped to IFSC PUNB0168600 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 PUNB0168600.

Banking services available

The Sherghati,Dist Gaya ,Bihar 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 PUNB0168600

How to transfer money using IFSC PUNB0168600

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 PUNB0168600 across all three.

How to use IFSC PUNB0168600 for an NEFT transfer

NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Punjab National Bank's SHERGHATI,DIST GAYA ,BIHAR 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 PUNB0168600.
4. Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Punjab National Bank and the branch as SHERGHATI,DIST GAYA ,BIHAR.
5. Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.

Real-Time Gross Settlement to SHERGHATI,DIST GAYA ,BIHAR

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Punjab National Bank's SHERGHATI,DIST GAYA ,BIHAR branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC PUNB0168600 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

IMPS to Punjab National Bank SHERGHATI,DIST GAYA ,BIHAR (IFSC PUNB0168600)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC PUNB0168600 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the SHERGHATI,DIST GAYA ,BIHAR branch account within seconds.

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

All three modes accept the IFSC PUNB0168600 for Punjab National Bank – SHERGHATI,DIST GAYA ,BIHAR, 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 Sherghati,Dist Gaya ,Bihar 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.

UPI payments and IFSC PUNB0168600

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 – SHERGHATI,DIST GAYA ,BIHAR is still mapped to IFSC PUNB0168600. 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 PUNB0168600 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Digital banking channels

Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Sherghati,Dist Gaya ,Bihar 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 PUNB0168600 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.

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Sherghati,Dist Gaya ,Bihar branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC PUNB0168600 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC PUNB0168600

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 – SHERGHATI,DIST GAYA ,BIHAR, 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: PUNB0168600.
• 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.

How to reach the Sherghati,Dist Gaya ,Bihar branch

The branch is located at PALIKA BAZAR, GOLA BZR RD. SHERGHATI, which puts it inside Sherghati,Dist Gaya ,Bihar, the broader Bihar district, and the state of Bihar. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Punjab National Bank Sherghati,Dist Gaya ,Bihar branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC PUNB0168600 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 PUNB0168600 and your account number.

Verifying IFSC PUNB0168600 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 PUNB0168600 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.

Working hours

Branch counters at Sherghati,Dist Gaya ,Bihar 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 PUNB0168600 continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code PUNB0168600 belongs to Punjab National Bank's SHERGHATI,DIST GAYA ,BIHAR branch, located at PALIKA BAZAR, GOLA BZR RD. SHERGHATI in SHERGHATI,DIST GAYA ,BIHAR, BIHAR. 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.