How to Block Punjab and Sind Bank Debit Card

The luminaries of Punjab such as Sardar Tarlochan Singh, Sir Sundar Singh Majitha, and Bhai Vir Singh founded the Punjab and Sind Bank in 1908 with the idea to uplift the poorest of the poor. Over the century, the bank has continued to support the weaker section of the society and especially the rural citizen with diverse services. However, the bank has also gone tremendous technological changes to keep abreast with the fast development trends of the banking sector in India. At present, the bank’s corporate vision is to “emerge as a techno savvy vibrant Public Sector Bank with Pan India presence aspiring to meet expectations of all stake holders”.

The Punjab and Sind Bank is much concerned about the safety of its customer’s accounts and so has developed easy methods to block the debit card in case of loss or fraud. Read the article further to know in detail the various ways by which you can block your Punjab and Sind Bank debit card.

How to block punjab and sind bank debit card

Block Punjab and Sind Bank Debit Card through SMS

SMS facility is one of the fastest and easiest methods to block your debit card. You can message directly to the number 9223815844 from your registered mobile number in a specific format to have your card blocked.

  • To block the card by writing your card number

SMS LOST <space> last 4 digits of your card number to the number 9223815844.

For example, SMS LOST 1234 to 9223815844

  • To block the card by writing the account number

SMS LOST <space> your 14-digit account number to 9223815844

For example, SMS LOST 1234xxxxxxxxxx to 9223815844

A confirmatory message would be sent to your registered mobile number to acknowledge the status of your request.

Block Punjab and Sind Debit Card through Call Centre

You can also block your debit card by making a call at the bank’s call center. Punjab and Sind National Bank has initiated an all India toll-free number 1800-419-8300. You can call at this number 24X7X365 to get your card blocked at the earliest.

Block Punjab and Sind Debit Card through Internet Banking

Another easy way to block your debit card is through internet banking. You can log into the Punjab and Sind Bank internet banking at psbindia.com and block the debit card from the site.

Block Punjab and Sind Bank Card by Local Branch Visit

If you are not much of an internet person and prefer the old ways of banking, then you can make a personal visit to the local branch of Punjab and Sind Bank and have the bank officials block your debit card. Just remember to take along all the validity proofs like your PAN card and your bank passbook to have your request approved at the earliest.