SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBDDC
PUNBINBBDDC belongs to Punjab National Bank in New Delhi, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PUNBINBBDDC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PUNBINBB |
| Branch code | DDC |
| Bank | Punjab National Bank |
| Branch | Defence Colony Branch |
| City | New Delhi |
| Country | India |
How the Punjab National Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- DDC 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBDDC?
The code PUNBINBBDDC belongs to Defence Colony Branch, part of Punjab National Bank in New Delhi, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Punjab National Bank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 214 SWIFT/BIC codes for Punjab National Bank in India, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Punjab National Bank.
What happens if I use PUNBINBBDDC incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PUNBINBBDDC with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use PUNBINBB instead of PUNBINBBDDC?
PUNBINBB is the main office of Punjab National Bank, while PUNBINBBDDC points to Defence Colony Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use PUNBINBBDDC if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Punjab National Bank take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Punjab National Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.