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Accounting Documents Used in Banking - Withdrawal Slip

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Topics

  • Definition: Withdrawal Slip
  • Comparison with Pay-in Slip
  • Sample
  • Advantages and Disadvantages
  • Process Flow of a Withdrawal Slip
  • Key Takeaways
Maharashtra State Board: Class 11

Definition : Withdrawal Slip

withdrawal slip is a simple paper form used at a bank branch to take money out of your own bank account.

Maharashtra State Board: Class 11

Sample

Contents:

  • Name of the Account Holder(s): The full name(s) of the person(s) who holds the account from which money is to be withdrawn.

  • Branch: The name of the specific bank branch where the form is being used.

  • Date: The day on which the withdrawal request is being made.

  • Account Number: The unique bank account number from which you want to withdraw money.

  • Note Section (in Hindi and English): This clarifies that the form is not a cheque; withdrawal will be refused if the passbook is not shown, and withdrawal is only allowed at the home branch.
    The home branch refers to the specific branch of the bank where an account was originally opened and where the customer’s records are maintained

  • Amount Section: The amount to be withdrawn, entered in both figures (₹) and words (Rupees ____ only).

  • Phone/Mobile No.: Space to enter the account holder’s contact number for correspondence or verification.

  • Signature of the Account Holder(s): The withdrawal slip must be signed by the account holder (or all holders, if joint) to authorize the transaction. 

For Bank Use:

  • Passed by/Signature: Signature and designation of the bank staff who authorizes and processes the transaction.

  • SWO (Single Window Operator): Space for the operator’s signature to confirm processing. 
    A Single Window Operator (SWO) is a multi-tasking banking clerk responsible for handling a variety of customer transactions through one service window. In the context of the withdrawal slip

  • Passing Officer: A higher-level officer’s signature for final approval.

Maharashtra State Board: Class 11

Comparison with Pay-in Slip

Basis Withdrawal Slip Pay-in Slip
Purpose To withdraw money from a bank account To deposit money into a bank account
Used by Account holder only Account holder or depositor
Transaction Type Debit (removing funds) Credit (adding funds)
Important Details Account holder’s name, account number, amount (figures/words), date, account type, signature (front/back) Account holder’s name, account number, amount, depositor’s signature, type of deposit (cash/cheque)
Bank’s Verification Signature match with specimen signature, ID check Signature (may be needed for identification), count of cash/cheque
Document Record Slip retained by bank/passbook entry to customer Slip retained by bank/stamped counterfoil to depositor
Additional Requirements PAN card copy for withdrawals above ₹50,000 Cheque number, denominations of notes (if cash)
Shows in Passbook? Yes Yes
Physical Appearance Usually single slip with spaces for double signature Usually contains a counterfoil for depositor
Other Notes Cheque can also be used for cash withdrawal Used for both cash and cheque deposits

What is a Passbook?

A passbook is a small booklet given by the bank that shows a record of all the money you put in and take out of your account, so you always know your balance and transactions in one place.

Maharashtra State Board: Class 11

Advantages and Disadvantages

Maharashtra State Board: Class 11

Process Flow of a Withdrawal Slip

Maharashtra State Board: Class 11

Key Takeaways

  • A withdrawal slip is a bank form to take cash from your account, used at your home branch and recorded in your passbook.

  • Fill the slip with your name, account number, branch, date, amount, and signature; attach a PAN copy if withdrawing over ₹50,000.

  • Only the account holder can use the slip; security relies on matching signatures and proper documents.

  • Pay-in slips are for depositing money; withdrawal slips are for taking out money.

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