Find details of any bank branch in India using its 11-digit IFSC code instantly.
Sending money via NEFT, RTGS, or IMPS requires the correct 11-character IFSC (Indian Financial System Code). An incorrect digit can delay payments or misroute funds. Our online IFSC Code Finder helps you search and validate the exact code for any bank branch in India.
The search provides branch addresses, MICR codes, contact details, and validates the alphanumeric IFSC structure.
| IFSC Position | Character Type | Significance | Example (SBIN0000624) |
|---|---|---|---|
| First 4 characters | Alphabetic | Represent the bank name | SBIN (State Bank of India) |
| 5th character | Numeric (Constant) | Set to zero (0) for future use | 0 |
| Last 6 characters | Alphanumeric | Identifies the specific branch | 000624 (Delhi Main Branch) |
IFSC stands for Indian Financial System Code. It is an 11-character alphanumeric code assigned by the RBI to uniquely identify every bank branch participating in electronic payment systems.
During electronic transfers, funds are primarily routed based on the account number and IFSC code. An incorrect code can cause the transaction to fail, or in worst-case scenarios, route the funds to a wrong branch.
The first 4 characters represent the bank name, the 5th character is always a zero '0', and the last 6 characters identify the specific bank branch.
MICR stands for Magnetic Ink Character Recognition. It is a 9-digit code printed on cheque leaves used by clearing houses to identify and process cheques.
You can find your branch IFSC code printed on your bank passbook front page or on your bank cheque leaf.
Yes. Our search tool indexes the latest RBI data including new bank mergers and branch code updates.
IFSC is used for domestic money transfers within India (NEFT, RTGS, IMPS). SWIFT codes are used for international wire transfers between global bank branches.
Yes, the 11-character alphanumeric format with a middle zero is standardized by the Reserve Bank of India for all banks in India.
Yes, it is 100% free with no registration required.
When bank mergers happen (e.g. Syndicate Bank merging into Canara Bank), the old IFSC codes become invalid. Search using our finder to verify your new merged branch IFSC code.