Punjab National Bank Ram Ram Bank Chauraha Aliganj IFSC Code
Punjab National Bank
IFSC · Used for NEFT, IMPS & RTGS
MICR · This branch may not process cheques.
Branch
Ram Ram Bank Chauraha Aliganj
District
Lucknow
State
Uttar Pradesh
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Punjab National Bank Ram Ram Bank Chauraha Aliganj, Lucknow
The IFSC code PUNB0691000 (lowercase: punb0691000) belongs to Punjab National Bank, specifically the Ram Ram Bank Chauraha Aliganj branch located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
The 5th character in the IFSC code PUNB0691000 is a zero (0), not the letter 'O'. The correct format is PUNB0691000 (lowercase: punb0691000), and not PUNBO691000. According to RBI guidelines, the fifth character of all IFSC codes is reserved as a zero.
The IFSC code of Punjab National Bank Ram Ram Bank Chauraha Aliganj in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh is PUNB0691000. This 11-character code is required for all NEFT, RTGS and IMPS electronic fund transfers to this branch.
Punjab National Bank Ram Ram Bank Chauraha Aliganj is located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. Use the search bar above to find the full branch address.
The MICR code for Punjab National Bank Ram Ram Bank Chauraha Aliganj in Lucknow is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaf. If you cannot locate it, contact your branch directly or check your passbook.
Yes. IFSC code PUNB0691000 is valid for all three RBI-regulated transfer modes: NEFT (settled in 30-minute batches, no minimum), RTGS (real-time, minimum ₹2 lakh), and IMPS (instant, up to ₹5 lakh). All modes are available 24×7×365 as per RBI guidelines issued in December 2019.
You can verify IFSC code PUNB0691000 by checking: (1) The top-left corner of any Punjab National Bank Ram Ram Bank Chauraha Aliganj cheque leaf, (2) The first page of your Punjab National Bank passbook, (3) Your net banking or mobile banking app under "Branch Details", or (4) The RBI's official IFSC lookup at rbi.org.in.
Understanding IFSC Code: PUNB0691000
Decoded structure — 4 + 1 + 6 characters
Visual Breakdown
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PUNB0691000
What Each Part Means
- Bank Code — PUNB
- The first 4 characters uniquely identify Punjab National Bank at the national level. Every branch of Punjab National Bank across all states shares this same prefix. It is assigned by the RBI and never changes.
- Reserved — 0
- The 5th character is always 0 (zero), reserved by the RBI for future use. It acts as a separator between the bank identifier and the branch-specific code and is mandatory in all electronic fund transfer systems.
- Branch Code — 691000
- The final 6 characters 691000 uniquely identify this specific branch within the Punjab National Bank network. No two branches share the same branch code. Use this code to verify you have the correct branch before initiating any NEFT, RTGS, or IMPS transfer.
| Segment | Chars | Value | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bank Code | 1–4 | PUNB | Identifies Punjab National Bank |
| Reserved | 5 | 0 | RBI reserved (always 0) |
| Branch Code | 6–11 | 691000 | Unique to this branch |
Where to Find IFSC & MICR on Your Cheque
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Punjab National Bank
Ram Ram Bank Chauraha Aliganj, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Cheque No.
00691000
A/c No.
Authorised Signatory
IFSC vs MICR — Functional Comparison
Two different codes, two different banking systems
| Feature | IFSC Code | MICR Code |
|---|---|---|
| Full Form | Indian Financial System Code | Magnetic Ink Character Recognition |
| Length & Format | 11 characters — alphanumeric | 9 digits — numeric only |
| This Branch | PUNB0691000 | Not available |
| Primary Use | Electronic fund transfers: NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, UPI | Physical cheque clearing at clearing houses |
| Medium | Digital / online — no physical document needed | Printed in magnetic ink on cheque leaf bottom band |
| Processing Speed | Real-time (IMPS/UPI) or 30-min batches (NEFT) | T+1 or T+2 clearing cycle via RBI clearing houses |
| Where to Find It | Cheque leaf (top area), passbook first page, net banking | Bottom band of cheque leaf (the printed magnetic strip) |
| Assigned By | RBI — permanent unless branch is relocated/merged | RBI — encodes city (3) + bank (3) + branch (3) digits |
| Required For | Adding a payee / beneficiary for online transfer | Cheque book issuance and clearing house processing |
Source: Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Payment Systems Guidelines. IFSC mandatory for NEFT/RTGS/IMPS since 2010; MICR used by CTS-2010 standard cheque clearing.