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SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBRKU

PUNBINBBRKU belongs to Punjab National Bank in Roorkee, India.

PUNBINBBRKU

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePUNBINBBRKU
8-character codePUNBINBB
Branch codeRKU
BankPunjab National Bank
BranchRoorkee University
CityRoorkee
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.
RKU 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBRKU?

The code PUNBINBBRKU belongs to Roorkee University, a unit of Punjab National Bank in Roorkee, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use PUNBINBB instead of PUNBINBBRKU?

PUNBINBB points to the main office of Punjab National Bank, while PUNBINBBRKU is Roorkee University. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use PUNBINBBRKU if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use PUNBINBBRKU incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PUNBINBBRKU with the recipient before sending.

Has Punjab National Bank got 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

Which details do I need to send money to an account at Punjab National Bank?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBRKU, 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.

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

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

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