Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Punjab National Bank's C CHEST NEW TEHRI branch in TEHRI GARHWAL, UTTARAKHAND. The branch's IFSC code PUNB0701000 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.
An IFSC (Indian Financial System Code) is an 11-character alphanumeric code issued by the Reserve Bank of India. It uniquely identifies every bank branch that participates in the RBI's electronic fund-transfer systems – NEFT, RTGS and IMPS. The first four characters represent the bank, the fifth is always a zero (reserved for future use), and the last six characters identify the specific branch.
For Punjab National Bank's C CHEST NEW TEHRI branch, the IFSC PUNB0701000 breaks down as follows: PUNB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 701000 identifies this particular branch.
About the bank
Punjab National Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its C Chest New Tehri branch in Tehri Garhwal, Uttarakhand is part of this network and uses the IFSC code PUNB0701000 for all electronic settlement.
About this branch
The branch is located at PNB NEW TEHRI. It serves the Tehri Garhwal 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 PUNB0701000 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Punjab National Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | C Chest New Tehri |
| IFSC Code | PUNB0701000 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | PNB NEW TEHRI |
| City | Tehri Garhwal |
| District | Tehri Garhwal |
| State | Uttarakhand |
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 C CHEST NEW TEHRI branch came to be assigned the code PUNB0701000.
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 PUNB0701000, money simply cannot be routed to the C CHEST NEW TEHRI branch electronically.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the C Chest New Tehri branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC PUNB0701000 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 PUNB0701000
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 PUNB0701000 across all three.
NEFT to Punjab National Bank, C CHEST NEW TEHRI using IFSC PUNB0701000
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 PUNB0701000, and confirm that the system picks up Punjab National Bank – C CHEST NEW TEHRI. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to C CHEST NEW TEHRI
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Punjab National Bank's C CHEST NEW TEHRI branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC PUNB0701000 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 – C CHEST NEW TEHRI, use IMPS. With IFSC PUNB0701000 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 PUNB0701000 for Punjab National Bank – C CHEST NEW TEHRI, 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.
| Parameter | NEFT | RTGS | IMPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum amount | ₹1 | ₹2,00,000 | ₹1 |
| Maximum amount | No RBI cap | No RBI cap | ₹5,00,000 |
| Settlement | Half-hourly batches | Real-time | Real-time |
| Availability | 24x7 | 24x7 | 24x7 |
| Best for | Routine transfers | High-value transfers | Urgent small / mid transfers |
| IFSC required | Yes – PUNB0701000 | Yes – PUNB0701000 | Yes – PUNB0701000 |
For most retail customers crediting the C Chest New Tehri 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 PUNB0701000
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 – C CHEST NEW TEHRI is still mapped to IFSC PUNB0701000. 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 PUNB0701000 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the C Chest New Tehri branch is mapped to IFSC PUNB0701000 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 PUNB0701000.
Products and services
Customers walking into the C Chest New Tehri 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 PUNB0701000
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the C Chest New Tehri 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 PUNB0701000 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 C Chest New Tehri branch sits at PNB NEW TEHRI. If you are travelling from outside Tehri Garhwal, 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 PUNB0701000 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 – C CHEST NEW TEHRI:
- The IFSC is exactly PUNB0701000 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 C CHEST NEW TEHRI 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.
Working hours
Branch counters at C Chest New Tehri 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 PUNB0701000 continue to work without interruption.
Verifying IFSC PUNB0701000 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 PUNB0701000 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 address & contact
Punjab National BankC Chest New Tehri Branch
PNB NEW TEHRI
Tehri Garhwal, Uttarakhand
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: PUNB0701000
Frequently asked questions
Is IFSC PUNB0701000 the same for all accounts at C Chest New Tehri branch?
Yes. The IFSC PUNB0701000 is shared by every account held at Punjab National Bank's C Chest New Tehri branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Is IFSC PUNB0701000 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC PUNB0701000 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
What is the phone number of Punjab National Bank C Chest New Tehri branch?
You can reach the branch at the branch contact number during regular banking hours.
Does Punjab National Bank C Chest New Tehri branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on the branch contact number to confirm.
Where is Punjab National Bank C Chest New Tehri branch located?
Punjab National Bank's C Chest New Tehri branch is located at PNB NEW TEHRI, Tehri Garhwal, Uttarakhand.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using PUNB0701000 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Punjab National Bank – C Chest New Tehri 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 C Chest New Tehri branch but serve different purposes.
How do I add Punjab National Bank C Chest New Tehri as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC PUNB0701000, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Final notes
To recap: PUNB0701000 is the IFSC code of Punjab National Bank, C CHEST NEW TEHRI branch, in TEHRI GARHWAL, UTTARAKHAND. 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.


