PNB Account Holders Alert! Update Your KYC by August 8 or Face Account Block

If you have a savings or current account with Punjab National Bank (PNB), there’s an important update you can’t afford to miss. The bank has issued a deadline of August 8, 2025 for customers to complete their KYC (Know Your Customer) process. Failure to do so may result in account restrictions or even a complete block on transactions.
🔔 Why This Matters?
As per RBI guidelines, all banks are required to periodically update customer KYC to curb:
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Financial fraud
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Identity theft
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Money laundering
PNB has informed that customers whose KYC was due by June 30, 2025, must complete the update before August 8 to avoid disruptions in banking services.
📑 Who Needs to Update KYC?
This requirement only applies to those customers whose KYC is pending as per PNB records. If your KYC is already updated, no action is needed.
📋 Documents Required for KYC
To complete your KYC, you may need to submit the following:
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Identity Proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, etc.)
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Address Proof (Utility bill, Voter ID, Aadhaar, etc.)
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Recent passport-sized photograph
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PAN card/Form 60
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Income certificate (if applicable)
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Registered mobile number
You can submit these documents at your nearest PNB branch or do it online through the official website or app.
💻 How to Update KYC Online
You don’t need to visit the bank physically—PNB also offers online KYC update, provided you follow the official steps securely:
✅ Step-by-step Online KYC Process:
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Login to the official PNB website or PNB One mobile app.
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Enter your User ID and password (or mobile-linked credentials).
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Go to “Update KYC” or “e-KYC” option.
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Fill in/update necessary details.
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Upload scanned copies of the required documents.
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Enter the OTP received on your Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
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Submit the form.
You’ll receive a service request number, and an update will be shared via SMS or email.
🕒 Online KYC is usually processed within 24 hours, while offline methods may take up to 7 days.
🔐 Why is KYC So Important?
KYC is a mandatory compliance requirement under RBI, SEBI, and other financial regulators. It helps:
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Prevent fraudulent activities
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Protect against identity theft
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Enhance transparency
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Ensure financial safety
Without KYC, your bank account becomes vulnerable to legal issues, blocked services, and even closure.
🛑 Avoid Cyber Frauds – Use Only Official Sources
Never share your KYC information or upload documents on unknown links or unofficial platforms. If you're updating KYC online, ensure the website URL starts with https:// and ends with .gov.in or official bank domains.
📞 Need Help?
For any confusion or queries:
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Visit your nearest PNB branch.
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Call PNB customer care at 1800 180 2222 / 1800 103 2222
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Email support at care@pnb.co.in
✅ Final Reminder
If you’re a PNB customer with pending KYC, update it before August 8, 2025 to avoid:
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Blocked transactions
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Inactive accounts
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Financial inconvenience
Stay compliant, stay secure!