Planning a visit to your PNB branch? Here’s everything you should know about working hours, Saturday access, and digital banking across 2025.
Branch Working Hours
- Monday–Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM at most branches
- Saturday (1st, 3rd & 5th): Open 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- 2nd & 4th Saturdays & Sundays: Closed—branches remain shut on these days
Lunch Break
PNB staff take staggered lunch between 1:00‑2:00 PM, keeping branches open throughout business hours. No need to worry about service disruption.
Digital & Fund-Transfer Services
PNB’s digital ecosystem runs 24×7—no timing limitations:
- NEFT: Online – always available; branch NEFT finishes by 4 PM
- RTGS: Online – 24/7; branch-based until 4 PM on working days
- IMPS & UPI: Instant transactions any time, any day
Saturday Specifics
- Working Saturdays (1st, 3rd, 5th): Branches open full day (10 AM–5 PM)
- Closed Saturdays (2nd & 4th): No branch service; digital transactions available
- Example: Saturday, June 21, 2025 (a 3rd Saturday) will be a working day
Summary Table
| Day | Branch Open | Hours | Digital Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon–Fri | ✅ Yes | 10 AM–5 PM | 24×7 (NEFT/RTGS/IMPS/UPI) |
| 1st/3rd/5th Saturday | ✅ Yes | 10 AM–5 PM | 24×7 |
| 2nd & 4th Saturday | ❌ No | — | 24×7 |
| Sunday & Holidays | ❌ No | — | 24×7 |
Pro Tips
- Visit early (by 10 AM) on working days to avoid peak crowds.
- Use digital banking for transactions—available any time.
- Call locally if you’re unsure—individual branch timing may vary.
- Need locker access? Only possible during branch hours, including working Saturdays.
FAQ
Q: Are PNB branches open on the 2nd Saturday?
A: No—they remain closed, but digital services work as usual.
Q: When can I do RTGS or NEFT at branches?
A: From 10 AM to 4 PM on working days (including working Saturdays). Online methods run 24×7.
Final Takeaway
PNB branches are open Mon–Fri and select Saturdays (1st, 3rd, 5th) from 10 AM to 5 PM, with no lunch closures. Digital services are consistent and available anytime. Always plan visits outside the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, and rely on digital options for seamless 24/7 transactions.
