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Punjab National Bank — VIJAYANAGARA Branch
BANGALORE RURAL, KARNATAKA | IFSC: PUNB0588500
About Punjab National Bank VIJAYANAGARA Branch — IFSC Code PUNB0588500
Let me give you the actual useful details here, not just the code. Punjab National Bank's VIJAYANAGARA branch is in BANGALORE RURAL, VIJAYAPURA district, KARNATAKA. The IFSC code is PUNB0588500 — verified against RBI records. You'll need this exact code any time you want to receive a bank transfer to an account held at this branch.
Quick breakdown of what this IFSC code tells you: PUNB = Punjab National Bank (that's how every Punjab National Bank branch code starts), the 0 in the middle is RBI's reserved placeholder (it's always zero, no exceptions), and 588500 = the unique identifier for this specific VIJAYANAGARA branch. Every branch in India has its own tail code.
MICR Code for Punjab National Bank VIJAYANAGARA
The MICR code here is 560024040. This is a 9-digit code — entirely separate from the IFSC — used for cheque processing. If you're filling out a form that asks for both IFSC and MICR, those are two different fields requiring two different codes.
How to read MICR code 560024040: digits 1–3 (560) = city code, digits 4–6 (024) = bank code, digits 7–9 (040) = branch code. Cheque-clearing machines at banks use magnetic ink technology to read this — it's been the standard since the 1980s and is still actively used.
📌 Branch PIN code: 560104. If you're filling in a beneficiary form and they ask for the PIN code of the bank branch (not your home PIN), this is it.
How to Use IFSC Code PUNB0588500 for Money Transfers
There are three main ways to send money using this IFSC code — NEFT, RTGS, and IMPS. They're not interchangeable, and picking the wrong one can mean delays or unnecessary fees.
NEFT Transfer (Best for most routine transfers)
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) works in 30-minute settlement batches, runs 24×7 including holidays, and there's no minimum or maximum transfer limit. Banks cannot charge fees for NEFT transfers — RBI eliminated those fees in January 2020. I use NEFT for practically everything: paying suppliers, rent, EMI mandates. Enter IFSC PUNB0588500 as the branch code when setting up a beneficiary.
RTGS Transfer (For ₹2 lakh and above)
RTGS (Real Time Gross Settlement) is the one where funds actually move in real-time — not batched. Minimum amount is ₹2,00,000 and there's no upper cap. Banks typically charge ₹20–₹50. If you're doing a property transaction, business payment, or any large transfer, RTGS with IFSC PUNB0588500 is the right choice. Settlement is essentially immediate.
IMPS Transfer (For urgent transfers of any size, 24×7)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) is instant, works on bank holidays and at 2am, and the limit is ₹5 lakh per transaction. Small charges apply (usually ₹5–₹25). Honestly if something is genuinely urgent, IMPS with IFSC PUNB0588500 is the fastest route. Money reaches the recipient's account in under a minute in most cases.
| Transfer Type | Speed | Min Amount | Max Amount | Available |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEFT | ~30 min batches | No minimum | No limit | 24×7, 365 days |
| RTGS | Real-time | ₹2,00,000 | No limit | 24×7, 365 days |
| IMPS | Instant (seconds) | No minimum | ₹5,00,000 | 24×7, 365 days |
Services Available at Punjab National Bank VIJAYANAGARA
Most Punjab National Bank branches offer the full stack of banking services: savings and current accounts, fixed deposits, recurring deposits, lockers, home loans, personal loans, education loans, vehicle loans, credit cards, debit cards, and forex services. Internet banking and mobile banking enrollment are available at any branch.
Branch hours are typically Monday to Saturday, 10 AM to 4 PM, with Sundays and bank holidays closed. The 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month are also usually holidays. That said — call ahead before visiting for anything time-sensitive, because individual branches sometimes have different hours.
📍 Branch address: 35TH MAIN SANKASHTAHARA GANAPATHI TEMPLE RD RPC LAYOUT VIJAYANAGARA KA BANGA 560104, BANGALORE RURAL — 560104. Use the map above to get directions.
Punjab National Bank Branches in BANGALORE RURAL, KARNATAKA
The VIJAYANAGARA branch is one of Punjab National Bank's locations serving BANGALORE RURAL and VIJAYAPURA district in KARNATAKA. Use the search on this site to find other Punjab National Bank branches in BANGALORE RURAL or nearby areas — enter 'Punjab National Bank BANGALORE RURAL' in the search bar to see a full list with IFSC codes and addresses.
Questions About IFSC Code PUNB0588500
The IFSC code is PUNB0588500. This is RBI-verified and used for NEFT, RTGS, and IMPS transfers. Copy it exactly — case doesn't matter when entering it in banking portals, but all characters must be correct.
Punjab National Bank VIJAYANAGARA branch is located in BANGALORE RURAL, VIJAYAPURA district, KARNATAKA. The address is: 35TH MAIN SANKASHTAHARA GANAPATHI TEMPLE RD RPC LAYOUT VIJAYANAGARA KA BANGA 560104. Use the map on this page for directions.
The MICR code is 560024040. This is a 9-digit code used specifically for cheque clearing — it's different from the IFSC code and needed in different situations (mainly when filling out cheque-related forms).
Log into your net banking or mobile banking app, go to 'Add Beneficiary' or 'Manage Payees', enter the account holder's name, account number, and use PUNB0588500 as the IFSC code. After adding, there's usually a 30-minute to 4-hour cooling period before you can transfer. The beneficiary details must match the account exactly — even a small name mismatch can cause transfers to fail.
Yes — you can cross-check PUNB0588500 on the RBI website (rbi.org.in) under their IFSC lookup. The data on this site is sourced from RBI and updated regularly. For large transfers, it's always worth the extra 2 minutes to verify directly with the account holder.
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