How to write a cheque?
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To write a cheque, one must enter the date, write the payee's name in the "Pay" line, enter the amount in words in the "Rupees" line and in numerals in the "Rs" box. Additionally, one should ensure their account number and bank address are on the cheque, sign the cheque with a matching signature, and keep their chequebook safe by not pre-signing blank cheques or issuing cheques without sufficient funds to avoid criminal offences.
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How to write a cheque?
- 1. How To Write a Cheque?
- 2. Step 1 Enter the date.
- 3. Step 2 In the "Pay" line, write the name of the person or organization who will receive your cheque.
- 4. Step 3 In the "Rupees" line enter the amount in words and in the "Rs" box, in numerals.
- 5. Step 4 Make two parallel lines in the corner of the cheque and write "a/c payee" if you want the amount to be withdrawn by a person or organization who is having the account in the bank.
- 6. Step 5 Ensure your cheque has your account number and the bank address on the cheque.
- 7. Step 6 Sign the cheque carefully as the signature has to match the signature you provided to the bank while opening the account.
- 8. Note Always keep your cheque book(s) in a safe place and never pre-sign your blank cheques .Also make sure you have enough balance in your account before issuing the cheque because cheque bouncing is a criminal offence.
- 9. A financially aware and empowered India.