You can apply for a new cheque book either by using banking mobile application, ATM, internet banking, or via SMS.
In this blog, we will explain to you how to apply for a new cheque book using various methods.
How to Apply for a New Cheque Book through an ATM?
A major number of banks allow users to apply for a cheque book using an ATM machine. If you are one such user, then this is for you!
Note that the specific procedure to apply for a new cheque book through an ATM might vary from bank to bank. The following points are general steps that you have to follow to apply for a new cheque book through an ATM-
- Visit your bank’s ATM to apply for a new cheque book
- Insert your debit card into the machine
- Enter the 4-digit unique PIN number
- Out of the various options that appear, click on the option that says ‘Cheque book request’
- Now, click on ‘cheque book request’ and choose the number of leaflets you need. You will be charged against the number of leaflets demanded and the amount will be deducted from your bank account
- Once done with the process, your cheque book will be delivered to your registered address within a few working days
How to Apply for a New Cheque Book using Internet Banking?
Internet banking allows users to swiftly apply for a cheque book without moving out of their comfort zone. However, this facility is available only for the users who have registered for internet banking on their bank accounts.
Follow these steps to apply for a new cheque book using internet banking- (Note that the detailed steps might vary from bank to bank)-
- Log in to the bank’s official website
- Enter the ‘customer ID’ and ‘password’
- Look for ‘customer services’, ‘products and services’, or ‘cheque book request’ option and click on any of these
- Choose the number of leaflets as per your requirements. Note that you will be charged against the number of leaflets required
- Enter all the required details
- Upon successful application, you will receive the cheque book within a few days at your registered address
How to Apply for a New Cheque Book using a Banking Application
- Log in to your bank’s mobile application
- Enter the ‘Customer ID’ and password
- Look for ‘Services’ or ‘cheque book request’ option.
- Click on the cheque book request
- Choose the number of leaflets you want. Leaflets are chargeable and you will be charged for the number of leaflets asked
- Enter all the required details
- You will receive your cheque book within a few working days
Read More: What is a Cheque Book | How to Apply for for Cheque Book
How to Apply for a New Cheque Book via SMS
- Find out the toll-free number of your bank on the bank’s official website
- Register your number for the SMS service
- Your bank will provide you with the required steps that you must take to request a cheque book
- Follow all the suggested steps
- Make sure to use only your registered number for SMS
- Once you are done with the submission of your request, you will be notified of the expected date to receive the cheque book
As you apply for a new cheque book through any of the methods, you must note that every bank shares a different window for different purposes. Hence, you are advised to look at the options closely and then click on the one that suits your needs the most.
