How to Generate SBI ATM PIN – Online & Offline Methods

Ways to Generate SBI ATM PIN – Online & Offline Modes

SBI customers can perform SBI Debit card/ATM PIN generation or SBI PIN generation by using any of the following methods:

• Internet Banking
• SBI Mobile App – YONO
• SMS Facility
• Customer Care Number
• Visiting nearest SBI ATM

How Can User Generate SBI ATM PIN via Net Banking?

SBI ATM card PIN generation process using net banking facility, the account holder should ensure that the mobile number is updated for the account as OTP is required for completing the process.

The following is the step-by-step guide for SBI ATM PIN generation online:

1. Visit the SBI online banking portal- OnlineSBI and login using your username and password
2. Go to “e-Services” and choose “ATM Card Services”
3. Choose “ATM Pin Generation” option
4. Next, choose the method with which you wish to complete the authentication – either using an OTP received on your registered mobile number or using your profile password.
5. Complete the verification by entering the OTP or profile password, select your account and card and proceed to create a new PIN by entering the first two digits that you wish to have as the ATM PIN. The remaining two digits will sent to you via SMS.
6. Enter all the four digits of your PIN and click on “Submit” to complete the SBI debit card PIN generation process.

Steps to Generate SBI ATM PIN via SBI YONO App

SBI account holders can also generate their ATM PIN through YONO SBI mobile app. Refer to the below-mentioned steps to generate your ATM PIN through YONO mobile app:

Step 1: Download and install YONO SBI application in your mobile phone

Step 2: Login using MPIN or User ID

Step 3: You will be directed to YONO SBI’s dashboard. Click on the hamburger on the left of your dashboard.

Step 4: Select ‘Service Request’ from the provided options

Step 5: Select ‘ATM/Debit Card’ option on the next dashboard

Step 6: Enter your internet banking mobile password to proceed further and click on ‘Submit’

Step 7: An interface will appear in front of you. Select ‘Activate Card’ option

Step 8: Select your account; enter your new ATM card number and click on ‘Next’

Step 9: Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number and tap on ‘Submit’

Step 10: Your card will be activated and a confirmation will be sent to you through email and SMS.

Step 11: Once your card is activated, go to YONO SBI’s dashboard and tap on the hamburger symbol on the left side of the screen.

Step 12: Select the ‘Card’ option from the provided options and generate your SBI ATM Card PIN through that option.

How to Generate SBI ATM PIN through SMS?

Accountholders who have registered their mobile number with the SBI savings account can avail the facility to generate SBI ATM PIN through SMS as well. Here’s how they can do it in a few simple steps:

Step 1: From the registered mobile number, an accountholder needs to send an SMS to 567676 using the format PIN <XXXX> <YYYY>

Step 2: Here XXXX denotes the last four digits of the SBI ATM card while YYYY denotes the last 4 digits of SBI Account Number

Step 3: Once the SMS is sent, the account holder will receive an OTP (One Time Password) which can be used within 2 days for SBI PIN generate process at the nearest SBI ATM.

Steps to Generate SBI ATM PIN by Calling SBI Customer Care

Step 1: Using the registered number, call on Toll-free numbers as mentioned below:

1800-1234 / 1800-2100 / 1800-425-3800 / 1800-11-2211

080-26599990 (Toll Number)

Step 2: Select the preferred language

Step 3: Select ATM and Prepaid Card option by pressing ‘2’

Step 4: For SBI ATM PIN Generate Process, press ‘1’

Step 5: Enter SBI ATM Card number and confirm the ATM card number by pressing ‘1’

Step 6: Enter 11 digit SBI Account Number and confirm the account number by pressing ‘1’

Step 7: Then account holder will receive an OTP on the registered mobile number, which will be valid for 2 days

Step 8: Within the specified 2 days, visit any SBI ATM and select ‘Banking > PIN Change’ option and enter the OTP received on the registered mobile number when the ATM asks to enter the SBI ATM PIN. Then follow with the steps left to change the SBI ATM Card PIN.

Generate SBI ATM PIN by visiting SBI ATM

SBI Account holders can generate SBI ATM PIN by following the below-mentioned steps:

Step 1: Visit the nearest SBI ATM to initiate the SBI ATM PIN generate process

Step 2: Select the PIN generation option on the screen

Step 3: Enter the 11-digit SBI account number against which the ATM card has been provided

Step 4: Enter the registered mobile number and press ‘Confirm’

Step 5: On the next screen, it will display a message appreciating the account holder to be a part of the SBI Green initiative. SBI ATM will then display a confirmation message upon successful SBI PIN generation

Step 6: The account holder will receive an OTP on the registered mobile number, which will be valid for 2 days

Step 7: Within the specified 2 days, visit any SBI ATM and select the ‘Banking>PIN Change’ option.

Step 8: Enter the OTP received on the registered mobile number when asked to enter the SBI ATM PIN. Then follow the steps left to change the SBI ATM Card PIN.

Safety Tips to Remember:

SBI ATM PIN keeps the transactions secure. Therefore, it is mandatory that each account holder keep this number secure. Here are some tips to secure this unique 4 digit code:

• Never write down SBI ATM PIN on any paper and never disclose it to anyone
• Make sure not to send an email or SMS with the SBI ATM PIN to anyone
• Since one can generate an SBI PIN anytime even, if the account holder forgets the PIN, it is best that one does not store this number on any devices
• When entering the SBI ATM PIN at any ATM Machine, make sure that no one is looking while entering the PIN

SBI ATM Card Green PIN

Green PIN is a digital way to get your SBI ATM PIN. Using this facility, you can generate the PIN on your own in no time. It is an initiative towards paperless banking and is convenient for customers, as it helps avoid your bank visits and delay in ATM/debit card activation.

How to Generate SBI Green PIN?

1. Go to App store and download SBI Quick application.
2. Click on ATM cum Debit card option.
3. Choose Generate Green PIN from three options provided
4. Choose from – Last 4 digits your Debit Card and Last 4 digits of your account number and fill in the credentials to proceed
5. Click Submit after filling in the credentials. You will be shown sender’s number automatically.
6. You can send the message directly as well via SMS to generate Green PIN.
7. Just add 567676 in the sender’s details and you need to add PIN last 4 digits of your debit card and account number. Send the message directly to 567676. You need to send the message from the registered number with the bank.
8. As soon as you send the message, you will receive a message from SBI as shown in the following screen.

The OTP mentioned in the message is the Green PIN for your ATM card and is not the actual PIN. It is valid for 24 hours and you need to change this PIN within 24 hours from your nearby ATM before it expires.

How to use Green PIN to Set your ATM Card PIN?

• Visit your nearest SBI ATM and insert your card
• Once you select the language in which you want the further instructions to be given, you can select PIN Generation
• In the next step, you will be asked to enter your 11-digit account number and mobile number. Kindly enter the registered mobile number and click confirm
• Once it is verified, the Green PIN shall be sent to your registered mobile number
• Enter the Green PIN to validate your request
• Now enter the new PIN that you want to set for the ATM card
• Once you change the PIN, you will be able to perform both online and offline transactions

Know How to Regenerate SBI ATM PIN

In case you forget or wish to change/reset your SBI ATM PIN, you can do so via online and offline methods. The following is the step-by-step guide to do so:

Steps to Reset your SBI ATM PIN Online

Given below are the key steps to regenerate/reset your SBI ATM PIN online via netbanking:

Step 1: Log in to internet banking and select “ATM Card Services” listed under the e-Services section
Step 2: Click on ATM cum Debit card
Step 3: Select the “ATM PIN Generation” option
Step 4: Choose if you want to complete the authentication process using an OTP or using your profile password
Step 5: Enter the OTP that you receive on your registered mobile number or your profile password
Step 6: Choose the account number and card number
Step 7: Enter the new PIN to get the PIN  change confirmation

Steps to Reset your SBI ATM PIN Offline

Below mentioned are the simple steps to reset or change your existing SBI ATM PIN by visiting an SBI ATM:

Step 1: Visit your nearest SBI ATM
Step 2: Insert your ATM card and do not remove it
Step 3: Enter your Old PIN and select the services option
Step 4: Select PIN change and wait for the OTP
Step 5: Enter the received OTP on your registered mobile number to authenticate
Step 6: Now enter your new four digit ATM PIN
Step 7: To reauthenticate, enter your four digit ATM PIN again
Step 8: You will get confirmation that your PIN has been changed

Moreover, you can also use the SBI YONO App to reset/regenerate your SBI ATM PIN online.

Tips to Protect Yourself from Fraud During ATM Transactions

You may consider the following tips to avoid any frauds during ATM transactions:

• Always stay alert while performing any banking transaction
• Your debit or credit card PIN is highly confidential, so do not disclose it to anyone
• Always choose the ATM at right location, consider busy and crowded areas
• Never ask help from strangers or people visiting the bank or ATM
• If in doubt, do not hesitate to ask help from bank’s officials
• While doing transaction, check the functionality of ATM carefully

FAQs

Q. Can I generate an SBI ATM PIN without visiting the bank?

Yes, you can generate your SBI ATM PIN by sending PIN<last 4 digits of ATM card><last 4 digits of account number> to 567676. You can also use the SBI internet banking or visit your nearest SBI ATM to change the PIN. Besides that, you can also give a call to Toll free numbers 1800-1234, 1800-2100, 1800-425-3800, 1800-11-2211 and request for PIN generation.

Q. Is it necessary to generate ATM PIN before using the debit card?

Yes, you need to generate an SBI ATM PIN to start using your debit card for cash withdrawal from ATMs, both online and offline transactions and contactless payment at Point-of-Sale (POS) terminals.

Q. What is the process of SBI PIN generation online?

To generate your ATM PIN, you can log-in to the official SBI net banking website using your username and password. After that, go to the ‘Card services’ section and choose the ‘Generate ATM PIN’ option.

Select the bank account to which your card is linked. You will have to authenticate the action using an OTP sent to your registered mobile number. Then, you can enter a 4-digit number which will be your PIN.

Q. Can I change my SBI ATM PIN after generating it?

Yes, you can change your SBI ATM PIN anytime you want using SBI internet banking, mobile banking app, ATM, SMS, or dialing the toll-free helpline number.

Q. How to block SBI ATM card? 

To block your SBI ATM card, you can call the bank’s toll-free number 1800-180-1290 or SMS BLOCK XXXX (last four digits of your ATM card) to 5676791 from your registered mobile number. You can also block your card through SBI netbanking or mobile banking app.

Q. How to activate SBI ATM card?

To activate your SBI ATM card, you can call the bank’s toll-free number 1800-11-2211/1800-425-3800.

Q. How many SBI ATM PIN attempts can be done in a day?

There are three attempts allowed per day for SBI ATM and further it shall be blocked for the rest of the day. You need to call SBI customer care to get it unblocked or reset your PIN.

Q. Is generating an ATM PIN required before using a SBI debit card?

Without PIN generation, you shall not be able to use any ATM service. Therefore, it is mandatory to have a PIN generated to access any ATM across the nation.

Q. How many wrong ATM card PIN attempts shall block your SBI card?

Any three wrong ATM PIN attempts will block your SBI Bank ATM card.

Q. Is it safe to generate SBI ATM PIN online?

Yes, it is absolutely safe to generate SBI ATM PIN online. Additionally, all the other services offered by the bank to generate or change ATM PIN are also safe and secure.

Q. How can I get/recover my SBI ATM PIN if I forget?

If you forgot your SBI ATM PIN, you may reset it via netbanking, visiting bank branch or ATM, by calling Toll free number, giving a missed call or via SMS.

Q. Is it possible to regenerate my SBI PIN if I forget it?

Yes, in case you forget your SBI ATM PIN, you recover/reset it through netbanking, by visiting bank branch or ATM, by calling up the toll-free number, giving a missed call or via SMS.

Q. What should I do if I don’t receive the OTP for SBI PIN generation?

In case you don’t receive the OTP for SBI PIN generation, you can first verify if you have registered the correct mobile number that you are using and if it has good network coverage. In case you still face issues, you can try and re-generate the OTP and ensure that your SMS service is active and you have enough SMS balance.

In case after trying the above methods, you are still unable to receive the OTP, you can contact the SBI customer care for assistance.

Q. Can I generate SBI ATM PIN without a registered mobile number?

No, your mobile number must be registered with SBI in order to generate your SBI ATM PIN.

Q. How do I generate my SBI ATM PIN?

You can generate your SBI ATM PIN using an SBI ATM, via SMS, calling up the SBI customer care, using internet banking or SBI’s ‘YONO’ mobile app. 

Q. How to generate an ATM PIN via SMS?

For SBI ATM PIN generation via SMS you need to send an SMS from your registered mobile number to 567676 in the following format: 

PIN< Last 4 digits of ATM card><Last 4 digits of A/c number>

Q. Can I generate ATM PIN from home?

Yes, you can generate your SBI ATM PIN from home using the SMS service, SBI netbanking, YONO mobile app or by calling up the bank’s customer service.