SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBDSB

PUNBINBBDSB belongs to Punjab National Bank in New Delhi, India.

PUNBINBBDSB

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePUNBINBBDSB
8-character codePUNBINBB
Branch codeDSB
BankPunjab National Bank
BranchShalimar Bagh
CityNew Delhi
CountryIndia

How the Punjab National Bank SWIFT/BIC works

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.
DSB 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 code PUNBINBBDSB?

PUNBINBBDSB is the SWIFT/BIC code of Shalimar Bagh, a unit of Punjab National Bank in New Delhi, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of PUNBINBBDSB stand for?

PUNB is the institution code of Punjab National Bank, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and DSB is the code of the department Shalimar Bagh.

What happens if I use PUNBINBBDSB with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PUNBINBBDSB against the details from Punjab National Bank before sending.

Does Punjab National Bank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 214 SWIFT/BIC codes for Punjab National Bank in India, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

What is the best way to send money to Punjab National Bank?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use PUNBINBB instead of PUNBINBBDSB?

PUNBINBB is the main office of Punjab National Bank, while PUNBINBBDSB is Shalimar Bagh. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention PUNBINBBDSB.

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