SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBKSS
PUNBINBBKSS belongs to Punjab National Bank in Kolkata (Calcutta), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PUNBINBBKSS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PUNBINBB |
| Branch code | KSS |
| Bank | Punjab National Bank |
| Branch | Shakespeare Sarani Kolkata |
| City | Kolkata (Calcutta) |
| Country | India |
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.
- KSS 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBKSS?
The code PUNBINBBKSS belongs to Shakespeare Sarani Kolkata, a branch or department of Punjab National Bank in Kolkata (Calcutta), India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Punjab National Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBKSS, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in PUNBINBBKSS stand for?
PUNB is the institution code of Punjab National Bank, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and KSS is the code of the department Shakespeare Sarani Kolkata.
What happens if I enter PUNBINBBKSS with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PUNBINBBKSS with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Punjab National Bank in India?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Has Punjab National Bank got more 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.