What is cheque number

A cheque number is a unique six-digit identifier assigned to every leaf in a cheque book. In India, it is primarily found at the bottom-left corner of the cheque leaf, printed in a specialized magnetic ink font. Its main purposes include:

• Tracking the status of a specific payment or transaction.
• Maintaining accurate records in a cheque register or passbook.
• Assisting the bank in identifying and clearing the specific instrument.
• Facilitating the process of stopping or cancelling a payment if a leaf is lost or stolen.