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SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBCMC

PUNBINBBCMC belongs to Punjab National Bank in Chandigarh, India.

PUNBINBBCMC

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePUNBINBBCMC
8-character codePUNBINBB
Branch codeCMC
BankPunjab National Bank
BranchMid Corporate Branch
CityChandigarh
CountryIndia

How the Punjab National Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

PUNB Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
IN Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
BB Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
CMC Branch code
3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.

Check before you send

  • Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
  • Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
  • Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.

Frequently asked questions

Which bank uses BIC PUNBINBBCMC?

PUNBINBBCMC is the SWIFT/BIC code of Mid Corporate Branch, a unit of Punjab National Bank in Chandigarh, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

How long does a transfer to Punjab National Bank take?

A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.

Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Punjab National Bank?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBCMC, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.

What does each part of PUNBINBBCMC mean?

PUNB is the institution code of Punjab National Bank, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and CMC identifies the department Mid Corporate Branch.

What happens if I use PUNBINBBCMC with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PUNBINBBCMC with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use PUNBINBB instead of PUNBINBBCMC?

PUNBINBB is the head office of Punjab National Bank, while PUNBINBBCMC points to Mid Corporate Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PUNBINBBCMC.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.