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SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBJCL

PUNBINBBJCL belongs to Punjab National Bank in Jalandhar, India.

PUNBINBBJCL

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePUNBINBBJCL
8-character codePUNBINBB
Branch codeJCL
BankPunjab National Bank
BranchInternational Banking Branch
CityJalandhar
CountryIndia

The way 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.
JCL 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 is behind BIC PUNBINBBJCL?

The code PUNBINBBJCL belongs to International Banking Branch, a branch or department of Punjab National Bank in Jalandhar, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What do the letters in PUNBINBBJCL mean?

PUNB is the institution code of Punjab National Bank, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the location code and JCL is the code of the department International Banking Branch.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Punjab National Bank in India?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send.

What happens if I enter PUNBINBBJCL with a typo?

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

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

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBJCL, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.

How long does a transfer to Punjab National Bank take in India?

A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.

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