Linking Aadhaar with Your Punjab National Bank (PNB) Account

Connecting your Aadhaar number to your PNB account is crucial for accessing various government monetary benefits, although it's not mandatory. This linkage facilitates the receipt of subsidies and social security benefits from central and state governments.

PNB customers can connect their accounts with Aadhaar using four methods:

• Via the website
• Through net banking
• Using SMS
• By visiting a branch

Linking Aadhaar through PNB Website

To link through the bank's website, follow these steps:

• Visit the official link.
• Input your account number and select “Continue”.
• An OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number.
• Enter the OTP and captcha, then click “Validate”.
• Input your Aadhaar number and proceed.
• Another OTP will be sent to your UIDAI registered mobile number.
• Validate the OTP to confirm the linkage.
• A confirmation message will display upon successful linkage.

Linking Aadhaar through PNB Net Banking

If you're using PNB's net banking, link via these steps:

• Access the Punjab National Bank’s website.
• Select Retail or Corporate Internet Banking and log in.
• Navigate to the “Services” tab and select “Requests”.
• Choose the Aadhaar linking option.
• Enter your Aadhaar number twice and confirm.
• A confirmation message will notify successful linkage.

Linking Aadhaar through SMS

Link your PNB account with Aadhaar using SMS by doing the following:

• Compose a message: AADHAR.
• Send it to 5607040.
• Ensure your mobile number is registered with the bank.
• A confirmation message will verify successful linking.

Linking Aadhaar by Visiting a PNB Branch

For those uncomfortable with online methods, visit your home branch:

• Go to the PNB branch where your account exists.
• Complete the Aadhaar seeding form.
• Attach a self-attested Aadhaar and passbook copy.
• Provide the original Aadhaar card for verification.
• Receive an acknowledgment receipt.
• Use the receipt to track Aadhaar linking status.
• A confirmation message will signify successful linkage.

Following these steps ensures your PNB account is linked with Aadhaar, granting access to all benefits effortlessly.

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