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Public Bank Berhad - FAQs
Public Bank Berhad - FAQs
FAQs
What is E-Statement?
Current Account holders may download a PDF statement of their monthly balance and transactions by clicking on E-
statement. The file can be viewed using Adobe PDF reader, obtainable at
http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep.html
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visit (in this case pbebank.com) which will save your browsing data.
Please refer to your respective browser developer for guidance on enabling cookies.
i. Tap on “Settings”
i. Click Payment
iv. Select one of the Payee Corporations from the drop-down list
* Take Note: Please omit spaces and dashes for the Bill Account Reference (which is Bill Account Number) input
field.
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After a successful bill payment, you will notice a "Store Registration" button on your computer screen. This feature
allows you to record information of your bill payee corporation. Once that is done, you can enjoy the To Favourite Bill
per request.
visit your account holding branch to link your accounts to your PBe profile.
ix. Retail Negotiable Instrument of Deposit / Retail Negotiable Islamic Debt Certificate
* Take Note: for Joint Account holders, your mode of signing must be either one to sign. When registering for a PBe
profile, both signatories must provide identification and sign on our E-banking Modification form.
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i. Choose Account
viii. Accept the Account Opening Declaration and acknowledge receipt of PIDM Brochure
What is FPX?
FPX is an internet based payment gateway that allows real-time payments for online purchases or bill payments. FPX
iii. Select Account No, Year, Month and then click Next.
v. The selected Tax Invoice will be displayed. You may save and print the Tax Invoice.
What is E-SI?
E-Standing Instruction is a convenient service that makes automated payments of a fixed amount to a loan, bill, or
credit card at a pre-set time and date. You can schedule a one off payment or repeated payments with E-SI.
What is PB engage?
PB engage enables you to perform online banking transactions on your iOS or Android mobile devices.
Contacts – to give you the convenience to select your contacts when you send PB eGift.
Storage – to give you the option to store the PB engage app in a SD Card.
NOTE: Your information will be secured and the Bank will never use your information for any other purposes.
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DuitNow ID. With DuitNow, you will enjoy a simple and convenient way to transfer money.
What is PB enterprise?
PB enterprise is Public Bank's new corporate online banking platform. It offeres a range of enhanced functions and
I’ve just obtained my User ID and password from the branch. When should I login?
Please login on the day of receiving your User ID and password.
Up transaction.
The beneficiary can pick up the money at the following pick-up points:
Tambunting
Cebuana Lhuilier
M Lhuilier
Palawan Pawnshop
RD Pawnshop
The beneficiary Identification Document (ID) is required to be presented at the Cash Pick-Up point.
*The beneficiary's name on the Identification Document (ID) presented at the Cash Pick-Up point must fully matched
Credit / Debit Card Contact number at the back of your Credit/Debit card
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If there are any financial losses, report to the Police to obtain a Police Report. You can provide this to the Bank as
reference.
Any photo bearing valid ID with client's signature. List of the valid IDs can be any of the following:
Passport (in case of foreign passport, must have English characters/translation and the holder must have a
Philippine Postal ID
Voter's ID
Barangay Certification with dry seal from the Barangay where it was issued
Senior Citizen ID
Seaman's Book
Government Office and GOCC ID (e.g. Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP)),
Certification from the National Council for the Welfare of Disabled Persons (NCWDP)
Company IDs issued by private entities or institutions registered with or supervised or regulated either by the
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Only these IDs will be accepted by BDO for beneficiary Cash pay-out. If the beneficiary cannot provide any of the
above IDs, the beneficiary shall be advised that the remittance cannot be released.
For students who are not yet of voting age, a valid photo bearing school ID duly signed by the principal or head of
school together with a Registration Form for the current semester/school year may be acceptable.
called DuitNow ID. With DuitNow Transfer, you will enjoy a simple and convenient way to transfer money.
following are the ID’s which can be registered for DuitNow Transfer:
Mobile Number
NRIC
Army ID / Police ID
Passport Number
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i. Current / Savings*
v. Loan
fingerprint.
7. Please wait for the transaction status page to be displayed on PBe to ensure the transaction is successful.
Mobile Number
NRIC
Army ID / Police ID
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Passport Number
I’m having problems performing transactions on the app. What should I do?
Please try any one of these methods:
Restart your device – Issues can be fixed by restarting your device and re-try your transaction.
Check your connection – A strong internet connection (Wi-Fi or mobile data) is required for the app. Try again
Clear your cache/storage – Clear your device’s PB engage cache or delete any unused apps from your
device’s storage.
Is PB engage free?
Yes, the app is free to download from authorised app stores. However, there will be charges for selected transactions
such as bill payment and interbank fund transfers as well as data charges imposed by your Telco.
i. Choose Account
ix. Read through the Terms & Conditions and click on "Accept"
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If we detect any unusual activity or unauthorised transaction, you will be prompted with a challenge question.
a SecureSign Code generated by the SecureSign Token. The SecureSign Code generated is unique to that particular
If you’re using Google Chrome and nothing happens when you click Login, allow JavaScript by following these steps:
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1. Click on the 3 line icon at the right of your URL address bar to bring down the menu
2. Click Settings
5. Click the radio button “Allow all sites to run JavaScript (recommended)”
6. Click Done
Check the zoom in or zoom out setting of your browser. With the browser open:
Hold "Ctrl" key and press the "+" key to zoom in (and "-" to zoom out). Or
Hold the "Ctrl" key on the keyboard and scroll your mouse wheel to zoom in or to zoom out.
v. Read the terms and conditions. If you are agreeable, click “Accept”
vi. Fill in the necessary information, together with the number of shares you wish to apply
(v) Check your details to ensure the ATM Card selected is correct
(vii) Upon confirmation your ATM Card(s) will be cancelled immediately. The card can no longer be reactivated
(viii) To apply for a replacement ATM Card, please visit any PBB/PIBB branch
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What is PAC?
PAC is system generated six digit authentication code. Each PAC is unique and acts as an additional layer of security
Always treat each PAC with care. Do not share or key in your PAC number without checking these details first!
1. Payee’s name
2. Transaction amount
3. Serial number
4. PAC number
5. Date
6. Time
7. Type of transaction
I have placed PBe login page into my bookmarks / favourites folder. Right now, I’m
facing problems logging in through the bookmarked webpage. What should I do?
To avoid login issues, we recommend customers to only bookmark our homepage:www.pbebank.com.
You may also need to ensure that your computer is protected with:
i. Anti-virus software
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iv. Read the terms and conditions. If you are agreeable, select “I Agree” and click "Next"
v. Fill in the necessary information, together with the number of units you wish to apply
What is PBe?
PBe (formerly PBeBank) is Public Bank’s online banking website. It facilitates online financial services, online bill
holidays.
3.00 p.m.
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Google Chrome
Microsoft Edge
Mozilla Firefox
Opera
Safari
Click here for more information and where to download the browsers.
1. PBe Registration
3. Device Binding
What is the difference between “Bill Payment (To Bill)” and “Bill Payment (To
Favourite Bill)” feature?
Bill Payment (To Bill)
i. Customers can pay to any bill payee corporation available without having to set up the relevant bill details.
i. Customers have to register bill details online under "Bill Registration and Maintenance" before making actual
payments.
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ii. This is much more convenient to customers who make regular payments.
ii. 10 June 2013- You performed a cheque status inquiry through PBe.
Your cheque status will be shown as "Not presented in the last 60 days".
Resolution for the company's account and the Partnership Agreement for the Partnership account.
1
The daily fund transfer limit can be maintained online at Profile Maintenance/Manage Profile/Change Limit/Change
Daily Limit up to a maximum of RM50,000.00. Single transaction limit is up to RM10,000 with PB SecureSign (Push
2
The daily fund transfer limit can be maintained online at Profile Maintenance/Manage Profile/Change Limit/Change
Daily Limit up to a maximum of RM50,000.00. Single transaction limit is up to RM50,000 with SecureSign Token.
branches. You will be able to view your account on the next working day.
groups in total. PAC SMS or SecureSign token will be required when performing the enrollment process.
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i. Choose Account
Android:-
b. Select PB engage
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iOS:-
There is no manual way to clear app cache data for iOS. The only solution to clear it is to delete the PB engage
month
ii. Before you submit your report, we strongly advise you to deactivate your User ID / Credit / Debit or ATM card
to ensure your financial safety. Please make sure you have all the details of the fraudulent transaction on hand
such as transaction date / time and amount before you perform any deactivation.
iii. On click, you will be prompted with a disclaimer. If you wish to proceed with any deactivation, click “Yes”. Click
v. An SMS PAC will be sent to your registered mobile number for authentication. Enter the PAC number and click
“Next”.
vi. Fill in all your details and click “Add”. Your submission will be added to “Added Incident” table.
vii. You can add another incident report by repeating Step vi. Click on “Next” to proceed.
ix. Your report has been successfully submitted. Please take note of the reference number for future reference.
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Opera 94
Safari 15
HeyTap Browser 40
Huawei Browser 12
Opera 75
Safari 15
Samsung Browser 19
on hold for a period of time before it is released to the beneficiary. Due to the buffer time provided by the cooling-off
period, you now have a window of opportunity to cancel the transaction if you notice that the transaction was not
authorized by you.
If you suspect that you have been scammed during this cooling-off period, you may cancel your transaction by simply
logging in to your PBe account, click the "Account" tab and select "Transaction On Hold". Then follow the steps
below:
3. Click “Confirm”.
details. The funds will be transferred to the Recipient’s account instantly. But you need ensure that the Recipient’s
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Authentication of the transaction is through the digital signature made by the authorizer.
Google Chrome
Mozilla Firefox
Microsoft Edge
Opera
Safari
secure online banking transactions. The token is secured with PIN and uses advance encryption standards.
iii. Fill in the necessary details and authorise the deactivation via SecureSign Token / SMS PAC.
Can I login PBe through notebook computer / laptop / mobile phone / tablet?
Yes. As long as your device has an internet browser and has access to the internet, you can login to your PBe profile.
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The Bank will notify you of the status of your transaction via SMS, e-mail and push notification.
Alternatively, you may track your transactions by logging into PBe, click “Account” and select “Transaction On Hold”.
Any transaction that is undergoing the transaction cooling-off period will be listed here.
*Some accounts may require a new application submission. The Bank will contact you should it be required.
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I received a notification to upgrade my PB engage to the latest version. Can I still use
the app without upgrading it?
No. For security reasons, you are required to upgrade your PB engage to continue using it.
How much is the service fee charge for FPX via PBe?
The service fee charge levied on FPX service varies according to the types of services and merchant selected.
i. Choose Account
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i. Select “Payment”
iii. Select your desired Payment Account (Bill Payment, PB Card Payment, PB Loan / Financing, JomPAY)
iv. Enter the required details of your selected Payment Account (Corporation Code, Beneficiary Account No., Biller
v. Unregister PAC
vi. Change Preferred branch (for collection of new FD certificates, Bankers Cheques and Demand Drafts)
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Click on “Request PAC Now” and a six digit PAC number will be transmitted to your mobile phone via SMS.
What is“Favourite Account” and how is it different from “To Other Account”?
The “Favourite Account” feature allows you to store your favourite accounts. You can even give each of these
accounts a new name. Once registered, the account number, along with its new name will be recorded in your
profile.
Unlike “To Other Account”, there is no need to enter a Favourite Account's information before each transaction.
i. You may not be using the recommended browser, operating system or hardware
ii. Your Internet Service Provider, Local Area Network (LAN) or our system may be experiencing heavy traffic
iii. Your computer may be infected by malicious programs, rootkit, viruses or spywares
iv. Your browser’s cache memory may be cluttered. View below to check how you can clear your browser's cache.
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1
The daily fund transfer limit can be maintained online at Profile Maintenance/Manage Profile/Change Limit/Change
Daily Limit up to a maximum of RM50,000.00. Single transaction limit is up to RM10,000 with PB SecureSign (Push
2
The daily fund transfer limit can be maintained online at Profile Maintenance/Manage Profile/Change Limit/Change
Daily Limit up to a maximum of RM50,000.00. Single transaction limit is up to RM50,000 with SecureSign Token.
*Take Note: Should there be a change in your mobile phone number, kindly update your registered mobile phone
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i. Click "Payment"
iv. Determine the registered payee corproations to be deleted by ticking the check boxes next to them
v. Click on “Delete”
normally 2 working days, subject to completeness in beneficiary's information and the efficiency of the receiving bank.
What are the minimum requirements for corporate PBe Online Banking?
Requirements for corporate PBe Business Banking are the same as PBe Personal Banking. Even so, corporate
To modiify your personal details, first login your account. Click on "Profile Maintenance" followed by "Manage Profile".
Logout
Contact
About us
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funds will be transferred to the Recipient’s account instantly. But you need ensure that the Recipient’s already
i. Choose Account
a. From Account
c. Amount (RM)
e. Frequency
f. Occurrence(s)
i. Login to PB engage
iv. Enter your IC/Passport Number, Device Name and select 'Next' to proceed
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Bank. The temporary password is for you to perform your first-time login at www.pbenterprise.com. You will be
prompted to create a new password and Personal Login Phrase followed by a PAC to authenticate your first-time
login.
Processing / Completed The cooling-off period has ended. Your account will be debited shortly or was debited.
i. Click on the "Cancel Card" button located just below the Login button.
iii. Key-in your card number or New IC/Old IC/Passport No/Armed Forced No and click 'Next'
iii. Select the card(s) you want to cancel and click on 'Next'.
iv. Make sure the ATM card selected is correct before clicking on 'OK' to proceed.
v. Upon confirmation, your ATM card(s) will be cancelled immediately. The card can no longer be reactivated.
iii. Select the card you want to cancel and click on 'Next'.
v. Upon confirmation, your Credit Card will be cancelled immediately. The card can no longer be reactivated.
Alternatively you can also contact the following to cancel your ATM / Credit Card.
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iii. Select the available DuitNow ID(s) and choose the receiving account
iv. Accept the Terms and Conditions and click 'Next' to proceed
v. Verify the details before performing your transaction authentication method and click 'Confirm' to complete the
process
i. Select 'Settings'
ii. Look for Manage DuitNow ID and select 'Register DuitNow ID'
iii. Select the available DuitNow ID(s) and choose the receiving account
iv. Accept the Terms and Conditions and click 'Confirm' to proceed
v. Verify the details before performing your transaction authentication method and click 'Confirm' to complete the
process
i. Select 'DuitNow'
iii. Select the available DuitNow ID(s) and choose the receiving account
iv. Accept the Terms and Conditions and click 'Next' to proceed
v. Verify the details then click ‘Submit’ for you Approver to approve your request
as your alternative authentication method in PBe. It can replace your existing hard token for authenticating internet
Although PB engage MY app can be installed on multiple mobile devices, you are allowed to activate PB SecureSign
around. Other than convenience, digital token is just as secure using biometric recognition or 6-digit SecurePIN.
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iv. Click “Clear Data” under the “Cookies and Site Data”
i. Click the “Tool menu” (three dotted lines in the upper-right corner)
iv. Check boxes for “Cookies and other site data” and “Cached images and files”
For Opera
i. Click “Setting”
iv. Check the boxes of “Cookies and other site data” and “Cached images and files”
For Safari
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our primary goal is to safeguard your financial well-being. For assistance, kindly email to our Case Management
officer at casemanagement@publicbank.com.my.
further clarification.
i. Choose Account
v. Click on ‘Delete’
b. To delete a specific transaction within your E-SI, please follow these steps below:-
i. Choose Account
vi. Choose which specific transactions scheduled date that you want delete
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My account was debited but the seller/ merchant claims that it has not received the
fund. What should I do?
FPX transaction status is final and the merchant must fulfill its obligations. You should contact the seller/ merchant
and provide the transaction details such as the online receipt issued by FPX/merchant or the e-mail notification
• FPX Transaction ID
• Payment amount
i. Log in to your PBe account. Click on the green tile labeled “Payment”.
iii. Locate and select “MyGST-KASTAM” in the drop down menu. Click “Next”.
iv. Pick your preferred account, fill in the rest of the details and click “Accept”.
v. You will be taken to a new page. If your details are in order, authorise the transaction with PB SecureSign or
SecureSign Token.
i. Login to PBeBank.com
x. Click "Next"
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i. Click on Payment
As for Public Bank Credit Card customers, you may contact our PB Card Services at 603-2176 8000 or email us at
custsvc@publicbank.com.my.
Savings Account
Current Account
Credit Card
PB R-NID Account
For the best view, please open the file using spreadsheet softwares such as Microsoft Excel or OSX's Number.
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i. Click on Payment
When will the funds be made available at the beneficiary's account if I transfer using
Interbank GIRO (IBG)?
The funds will be available in the Beneficiary's account at the following times:
Business Days Before 5:00 a.m. Same business day By 11:00 a.m.
Non-Business Days (Saturday, Sunday and Federal Territory Public Holiday) Next business day By 11:00 a.m.
Applicable for all IBG payments and funds transfer to Current Accounts and Savings Accounts.
For loan and credit card payments initiated up to and including 5:00 p.m. on Business Days, funds will be
available in the beneficiary’s account before 12:00 midnight on the same day.
iii. Once you have received your SMS, enter the 6-digit authentication number. Ensure the serial number shown
iv. Upon checking the serial number, enter the PAC number shown in your SMS into the transaction screen.
through PBe. Upon making an online purchase through PB Credit/Debit Card, you will receive a verification SMS
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* Take Note: To receive the SMS, we require your principal and supplementary card’s mobile phone numbers. Kindly
i. Commission of RM2.00
The charges incurred may be subject to changes by the Bank. All charges incurred or imposed outside Malaysia are
iv. Enter your tax reference number (11 digits; excluding alphabets), your NRIC / Passport No./Company
vi. Enter your preferred account, assessment year, and amount. Then click ‘Next’.
ix. Click ‘Print’ to print the reference page for future references.
Any tip in selecting the challenge questions and the corresponding answers?
Remember, this information will be used to verify your account. Please pick memorable questions and answers that
iii. Select the available DuitNow ID(s) and choose the receiving account
iv. Accept the Terms and Conditions and click 'Next' to proceed
vi. Verify the details before entering the PAC and click 'Confirm' to complete the process
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iii. Select the available DuitNow ID(s) and choose the receiving account
iv. Accept the Terms and Conditions and click 'Next' to proceed
v. Verify the details then click ‘Submit’ for you Approver to approve your request
My GST Tax Invoice details are not in order, how can I get rectified?
You are advised to contact your account holding branch directly.
your device. Please delete all third party fingerprints registered on your device.
i. Choose Account
I have obtained a Temporary ID and Password. What are the steps to register for
PBe?
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I have a/an ATM Card / PB Credit / Debit Card. What are the steps to reset my PBe
Password?
I have a Current / Savings / Loan / Financing / Hire Purchase Account. What are the
steps to reset my PBe Password?
1. At PBe Login page, click on ‘Reset Password / Reactivate User ID’. You will be redirected to the Reset
2. Select ‘Reset using your Account Number or ATM / Debit / Credit Card Number’.
Loan / Financing / Hire Purchase Account: Enter your Account Number and Note Number
6. Click ‘Next’.
9. Your password has been reset. You may proceed to log in using your current User ID and new password.
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i. Between 6 to 12 characters
i. Deregistration of DuitNow ID
You can deregister your DuitNow ID from the PayNet database and you will not be able to receive fund
via DuitNow Transfer service. You need to register again if you wish to receive funds via DuitNow
Transfer service.
You can enable (On) or temporarily disable (Off) your DuitNow ID from receiving funds
You can change the bank account that is tied to your DuitNow ID.
You can switch your DuitNow ID registered at other banks to Public Bank.
activities. These are the transaction that will be placed under cooling off period to ensure your financial security.
At the Confirmation page, tap “Confirm” and you will be prompted with a 120 seconds timer on PBe. Simultaneously,
a push notification will be sent to your PB engage MY app for approval. Verify the transaction details and tap
“Approve” before the countdown timer ends and your transaction will be processed accordingly. Please ensure PBe
displays transaction acknowledgement page before you initiate another transaction or logout from PBe.
Note: Please ensure that you have enabled push notification on the app to receive the push notification. Otherwise,
launch PB engage app and you will be prompted with the transaction approval screen.
i. Between 6 to 12 characters
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records / reports, receipts and statements that you might need to use in the future.
Can I use the same exact answer for all three challenge questions?
No. You need to ensure that each answer is unique.
http://www.pbebank.com.
To which Bank can I perform Interbank GIRO (IBG) fund transfer to?
You can make fund transfers to banks participating in the InterBank GIRO System (IBG).
Financial Institutions Savings/ Current Loan Hire Purchase Credit Card BIC Code
Affin Bank Berhad Yes (12) Yes (12) Yes (12) Yes (16) PHBMMYKL
Affin Islamic Bank Berhad Yes (12) Yes (12) Yes (12) - AIBBMYKL
Alliance Bank Malaysia Berhad Yes (15) Yes (15) Yes (15) Yes (16) MFBBMYKL
Alliance Islamic Bank Malaysia Yes (15) Yes (15) Yes (15) - ALSRMYK1
Berhad
Card)
AmBank (M) Berhad Yes (13) Yes (14) Yes (14) Yes (16) ARBKMYKL
(Ambank Credit
by Ambank only)
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Financial Institutions Savings/ Current Loan Hire Purchase Credit Card BIC Code
AmIslamic Bank (M) Berhad Yes (13) Yes (13- Yes (14) Yes (16) AISLMYKL
Card)
Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad Yes (14) Yes (14) Yes (14) Yes (16) BIMBMYKL
Bank Kerjasama Rakyat Yes (12) Yes (12) Yes (12) MasterCard Only BKRMMYKL
Bank Muamalat (Malaysia) Yes (14) Yes (14 Yes (14 & 17) - BMMBMYKL
Berhad
Bank of China (Malaysia) Yes (13 & 15) - - Yes (16) BKCHMYKL
Berhad
Bank Simpanan Nasional Savings Account Only (16) Yes (15) Yes (15) Yes (16) BSNAMYK1
Berhad
BNP Paribas Malaysia Berhad Corporate Current Account Yes (16) - - BNPAMYKL
Only (6-16)
(Malaysia) Berhad
CIMB Bank Berhad Yes (10 & 14) Yes Yes (10,12 & Yes (16) CIBBMYKL
17)
CIMB Islamic Bank Berhad Yes (10 & 14) Yes Yes (10,12 & - CTBBMYKL
17)
Citibank Berhad Personal Savings & Current Yes (10- - Yes (15-16) CITIMYKL
(9-16)
14)
Hong Leong Bank Berhad Yes (11&13) Yes (11 Yes (11 & 13) AMEX (15), VISA HLBBMYKL
(16)
Hong Leong Islamic Bank Yes (11&13) Yes (11 Yes (11 & 13) - HLIBMYKL
Current Account
(12,13,14,15,17)
Current Account
(12,13,14,15,17)
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Financial Institutions Savings/ Current Loan Hire Purchase Credit Card BIC Code
Industrial and Commercial Yes (19) Yes (19) - Yes (16) ICBKMYKL
Berhad
Berhad 17)
(Malaysia) Berhad
Malayan Banking Berhad Yes (12) Yes (12) Yes (12) MAYBANK AMEX MBBEMYKL
MasterCard (16);
Maybank Islamic Berhad Yes (12) Yes (12) Yes (12) MAYBANK AMEX MBISMYKL
MasterCard (16);
MBSB Bank Berhad Yes (16) Yes (16) Yes (16) - AFBQMYKL
(Malaysia) Berhad
OCBC Bank (Malaysia) Berhad Savings Account (10) Yes (15) - Yes (16) OCBCMYKL
OCBC Al-Amin Bank Berhad Savings Account (10) Yes (15) - - OABBMYKL
RHB Bank Berhad Yes (14) Yes (14) Yes (12) Yes (16) RHBBMYKL
RHB Islamic Bank Berhad Yes (14) Yes (14) Yes (12) - RHBAMYKL
Standard Chartered Bank Personal Savings & Yes (8) - Yes (16) SCBLMYKX
(12)
(5-17)
(12)
(5-17)
United Overseas Bank Savings Account: (10 & 11) Yes (10 - Yes (16) UOVBMYKL
Current Account:
(7,9,10,11,12,13,14,17)
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v. Amount
Public Bank will then cross-check the information above with the cheque you have drawn. Payment will only be made
i. Personal Account
When will the funds be returned if the receiving financial institution rejects my
Interbank GIRO (IBG) transaction?
The funds will be returned to the account at the following times:
Business Days Before 5:00 a.m. Same business day By 5:00 p.m.
Non-Business Days (Saturday, Sunday and Federal Territory Public Next business day By 11:00 a.m.
Holiday)
Can I opt to continue using PBe Business Banking i.e not be migrated to PB
enterprise?
PBe Business Banking will eventually cease to be in service, we highly encourage you to migrate over to PB
enterprise.
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of PB SecureSign (SecurePAC) and SecureSign Token (hard token) at the Confirmation page, depends on your
After selecting PB SecureSign (SecurePAC), you may retrieve the 6-digit code from PB engage through clicking “PB
SecureSign” from the app’s pre-login side menu. (No login to PB engage is required)
After successful biometric or SecurePIN authentication, you will be prompted with a 6-digit SecurePAC. Key in the 6-
digit code on PBe’s Confirmation page and your transaction will be processed accordingly.
iii. Click on delete action icon on the DuitNow ID that you wish to delete
iv. A confirmation pop-up message will appear, click on 'Yes' to confirm the deletion
i. Select 'Settings'
ii. Look for 'Manage DuitNow ID' and select the DuitNow ID that you wish to deregister
iv. A confirmation pop-up message will appear, click on 'Yes' to confirm the deletion.
i. Select 'DuitNow'
iii. Click on delete action icon on the DuitNow ID that you wish to delete
iv. A pop-up message will appear, click on 'Yes' to confirm the deletion
v. Verify the details then click ‘Submit’ for you Approver to approve your request
I have obtained a Temporary ID and Password at the branch. What are the steps to
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i. Between 8 to 12 characters
v. No spaces allowed
Is there any service fee using SecureSign? How do I subscribe for this service?
SecureSign Amount (inclusive GST at 0%)
SecureSign Token (Hard Token) RM50.00 per token* (one time charge)
iii. Click on edit action icon on the DuitNow ID that you wish to update
iv. Select your 'Status' on the dropdown menu to 'On' or 'Off' and click 'Next' to proceed
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i. Select ‘Settings'
ii. Look for ‘Manage DuitNow ID’ and select DuitNow ID that you wish to update
i. Select 'DuitNow'
iii. Click on edit action icon on the DuitNow ID that you wish to update
iv. Select your 'Status' on the dropdown menu to 'On' or 'Off' and click 'Next' to proceed
v. Verify the details then click ‘Submit’ for you Approver to approve your request
i. Login to PB engage
ii. Go to 'Settings'
i. Deregistration of DuitNow ID
You can deregister your DuitNow ID from the PayNet database and you will not be able to receive fund
via DuitNow service. You need to register again if you wish to receive funds via DuitNow service.
You can enable (On) or temporarily disable (Off) your DuitNow ID from receiving funds
You can change the bank account that is tied to your DuitNow ID.
You can switch your DuitNow ID registered at other banks to Public Bank.
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v. Click "Confirm"
iii. Click on delete action icon on the DuitNow ID that you wish to delete
iv. A confirmation pop-up message will appear, click on 'Yes' to confirm the deletion
iii. Click on delete action icon on the DuitNow ID that you wish to delete
iv. A pop-up message will appear, click on 'Yes' to confirm the deletion
v. Verify the details then click ‘Submit’ for you Approver to approve your request
temporary password will be assigned to you to perform your first-time login. You will be prompted to create a new
password and Personal Login Phrase followed by a PAC to authenticate your first-time login.
User ID and Password. Quick Balance will be automatically enabled on your next login.
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iii. Click on edit action icon on the DuitNow ID that you wish to update
iv. Select your ‘Account’ on the dropdown menu and click ‘Next’ to proceed
v. Verify the details before performing your transaction authentication method and click 'Confirm' to complete the
process
i. Select 'Settings'
ii. Look for 'Manage DuitNow' and select the DuitNow ID that you wish to update
iv. Select your ‘Account’ on the selection menu and click ‘Next’ to proceed
v. Verify the details before performing your transaction authentication method and click 'Confirm' to complete the
process
iii. Click on edit action icon on the DuitNow ID that you wish to update
iv. Select your ‘Account’ on the dropdown menu and click ‘Next’ to proceed
v. Verify the details then click ‘Submit’ for you Approver to approve your request
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I have forgotten my PBe User ID and Password. How can I retrieve my User ID to
reset my PBe Password?
You may contact PBe Customer Support at 03-2170 8000 or send an email to customersupport@publicbank.com.my
for assistance.
Alternatively, you may request for a profile replacement at any Public Bank / Public Islamic Bank branch.
assistance.
How do I replace the SecureSign Token in the event that it is damaged or the battery
is low?
Warranty of the product is 6 months from date of issuance. A replacement can be requested from your account
holding branch with the charges waived. Depending on the usage and normal conditions, the battery should be good
iii. Click on edit action icon on the DuitNow ID that registered to other banks
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iv. Select your ‘Account’ on the dropdown menu and click ‘Next’ to proceed
v. Verify the details before performing your transaction authentication method and click 'Confirm' to complete the
process
i. Select 'Settings'
ii. Look for 'Manage DuitNow' and select the DuitNow ID that you wish to update
iv. Select your Public Bank Account on the selection menu and click ‘Next’ to proceed
v. Verify the details before performing your transaction authentication method and click 'Confirm' to complete the
process
iii. Click on edit action icon on the DuitNow ID that you wish to update
iv. Select your ‘Account’ on the dropdown menu and click ‘Next’ to proceed
v. Verify the details then click ‘Submit’ for you Approver to approve your request
How many users can register for Quick Balance on the same device?
You can only register ONE user per device.
i. Between 8 to 12 characters
v. No spaces allowed
allowed to access PBe Business Banking and perform transactions but the E-SI function will be disabled. After the 30
days are up, PBe Business Banking will be restricted to viewing your account’s past records only.
iii. Click on edit action icon on the DuitNow ID that you wish to update
iv. Select your 'Status' on the dropdown menu to 'On' or 'Off' and click 'Next' to proceed
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iii. Click on edit action icon on the DuitNow ID that you wish to update
iv. Select your 'Status' on the dropdown menu to 'On' or 'Off' and click 'Next' to proceed
v. Verify the details then click ‘Submit’ for you Approver to approve your request
How do I apply for PBe Services if I am outside of Malaysia and have an account with
the Public Bank Group?
You can only apply for PBe online banking services only when you are in Malaysia. Please visit your account holding
branch to apply for an e-banking profile. Once you have your User ID and password, you can login anywhere.
Note: Charges are levied on each transaction performed, regardless of acceptance by the beneficiary bank.
Alternatively, you may also contact our Customer Support Helpdesk for assistance.
iii. Click on edit action icon on the DuitNow ID that you wish to update
iv. Select your ‘Account’ on the dropdown menu and click ‘Next’ to proceed
vi. Verify the details before entering the PAC and click Confirm to complete the process
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iii. Click on edit action icon on the DuitNow ID that you wish to update
iv. Select your ‘Account’ on the dropdown menu and click ‘Next’ to proceed
v. Verify the details then click ‘Submit’ for you Approver to approve your request
I have recently changed my mobile number but my DuitNow ID display my old mobile
number. What should I do?
Please update your mobile number at the nearest branch. Once updated, your previous mobile number will be
deregistered from DuitNow Transfer. Next, go to PBe or PB engage to re-register your new mobile number as your
DuitNow ID.
x. FPX
xv. JomPAY
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token safe. Do not leave the token unattended or share it with anyone else. For added security, change the PIN on a
periodical basis. Try to avoid weak PINs such 123456, 282828, 444444 etc. Without the token, transactions cannot
[ ] | ; : . / ? ).
If you are unsure of the characters displayed, you may click the refresh button to refresh the code.
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I cannot proceed even though I entered the correct Temporary ID. What should I do?
Your Temporary ID is only valid for 30 days. Kindly re-apply for a new Temporary ID and Password at your account
holding branch.
to proceed to your Account Holding Branch personally to have the token unblocked at no cost.
I would like to know more about products and services offered by Public Bank. How
may I do so?
You may contact our Customer Services Department at 1-800-22-5555 or by email at
customerservice@publicbank.com.my. Alternatively, you may choose to get in touch with us via an online form at
Contact Us.
ii. Look for DuitNow and select ‘To Other Account’ or 'To Favourite Account'
vii. Accept the Terms and Conditions and click ‘Next’ to proceed
viii. Verify the details before performing your transaction authentication method and click 'Confirm' to complete the
process
vi. Accept the Terms and Conditions and click ‘Next’ to proceed
vii. Verify the details before performing your transaction authentication method and click 'Confirm' to complete the
process
i. Select ‘DuitNow’
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vii. Enter the amount and other details and click ‘Add to List’
viii. If you wish to add more transactions, repeat from step (iii)
ix. Accept the Terms and Conditions and click ‘Next’ to proceed
x. Verify the details then click ‘Submit’ for you Approver to approve your request
iii. Click on edit action icon on the DuitNow ID that registered to other banks
iv. Select your ‘Account’ on the dropdown menu and click ‘Next’ to proceed
vi. Verify the details before entering the PAC and click ‘Confirm’ to complete the process
iii. Click on edit action icon on the DuitNow ID that registered to other banks
iv. A pop-up message will appear, click on ‘Yes’ to confirm the switching
v. Select your ‘Account’ on the dropdown menu and click ‘Next’ to proceed
vi. Verify the details then click ‘Submit’ for you Approver to approve your request
I have recently changed my mobile number but my DuitNow ID display my old mobile
number. What should I do?
Please update your mobile number at the nearest branch. Once updated, your previous mobile number will be
deregistered from DuitNow. Next, go to PBe or PB engage to re-register your new mobile number as your DuitNow
ID.
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I cannot log in to PBe or reset my password even though I have entered the correct
User ID and Password.
If you have not logged in for more than six (6) months, your PBe access will be deactivated. Please contact our PBe
Customer Support at 03-2170 8000 to reactivate your profile. Alternatively, you may reactivate your User ID via Reset
If you have not logged in for more than one (1) year, your PBe access will be purged by the system. You are advised
to re-apply for PBe access at any ATM or any nearest Public Bank branch.
I tapped on the Push Notification but the transaction approval page was not
displayed
Please close and re-launch your PB engage MY app.
i. Memorize your password. For security reasons, never write them down
iii. Make sure no one is peeping when you are entering your password
vi. Please refrain from accessing PBe on public computers i.e. cyber cafes. If you must, remember to clear the
computer's cache after each session. Change your password as soon as you have access to a secure
computer.
vii. Avoid storing your password in internet browsers. To prevent your browsers from storing your passwords,
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ii. Look for DuitNow and select ‘To Other Account’ or 'To Favourite Account'
vii. Accept the Terms and Conditions and click ‘Next’ to proceed
ix. Verify the details before entering the PAC and click ‘Confirm’ to complete the process
vii. Enter the amount and other details and click ‘Add to List’
viii. If you wish to add more transactions, repeat from step (iii)
ix. Accept the Terms and Conditions and click ‘Next’ to proceed
x. Verify the details then click ‘Submit’ for you Approver to approve your request
i. Check your account’s balance from Balance Inquiry, Transaction History or Payment History by logging in PBe
iii. Contact our PBe Customer Support at 03-2170 8000 on that particular transaction.
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is fully processed.
DuitNow Transfer (via Mobile Number, NRIC/Army/Police ID, Passport Number, Business Registration Number)
What is the difference between One-Time Password (OTP) and PBe Authentication
Code (PAC)?
PB Credit / Debit Card customers will have registered their mobile number as their OTP number while customers who
subscribe for PBe at branches will have their mobile numbers registered as their PAC number. Both OTP and PAC
I have a registered OTP number. Do I need to register a PAC mobile number before I
can register for PBe?
No. During authentication, an SMS will be sent to your registered OTP number to approve your PBe Registration.
Upon successful PBe Registration, your OTP number shall also be registered as your PAC number.
Who can I contact for assistance if I have query about DuitNow Transfer service?
You can contact us at 603-2170 8000 from 6:00 AM to 12:00 midnight.
I entered the SecurePAC but received an error stating that the SecurePAC is invalid
The SecurePAC is only valid for 60 seconds. Please enter the SecurePAC on PBe or PB engage MY before the timer
branch to have the token deactivated. A new token can be issued by the branch at no cost.
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"Change Password".
have registered your password as "passWORD", you must login by using "passWORD"; not "password" or
"PASSWORD".
Who can I contact for assistance if I have query about DuitNow service?
You can contact us at 603-2179 9999 from 6:00 AM to 12:00 midnight.
I cannot proceed even though I entered the correct Temporary ID. What should I do?
Your Temporary ID is only valid for 30 days. Kindly re-apply for a new PBe access at your account holding branch.
I only have a SecureSign Token. Do I need to register a PAC mobile number before I
can register for PBe?
No. During authentication, challenge codes will be displayed on the screen. You may enter the SecureSign Code
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assistance.
Can I change my Password and other personal details after completing PBe
Registration?
Yes, you can change your Password, Memorable Question, Personal Login Phrase and email address via Profile
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