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SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBNIS

PUNBINBBNIS belongs to Punjab National Bank in Karnal, India.

PUNBINBBNIS

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePUNBINBBNIS
8-character codePUNBINBB
Branch codeNIS
BankPunjab National Bank
BranchNissing, Karnal Dt
CityKarnal
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.
NIS 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 PUNBINBBNIS?

PUNBINBBNIS identifies Nissing, Karnal Dt, a branch or department of Punjab National Bank in Karnal, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use PUNBINBB instead of PUNBINBBNIS?

PUNBINBB is the head office of Punjab National Bank, while PUNBINBBNIS points to Nissing, Karnal Dt. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use PUNBINBBNIS if the recipient asks for it.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send.

Has Punjab National Bank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 214 SWIFT/BIC codes for Punjab National Bank in India. You can see them all on the bank page.

What does each part of PUNBINBBNIS stand for?

PUNB is the bank code of Punjab National Bank, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and NIS is the code of the department Nissing, Karnal Dt.

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

You need the SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBNIS, 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.

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