IFSC Code Checker & Lookup

Instantly check, search, and verify Indian bank branch details using their 11-character IFSC code. Get branch addresses, MICR codes, contacts, and locations instantly.

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Understanding IFSC Codes

An IFSC (Indian Financial System Code) is a unique 11-digit alphanumeric code assigned by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to identify every bank branch participating in electronic payment systems like NEFT, RTGS, and IMPS.

Using an incorrect IFSC code can lead to delayed transactions, failed payouts, or transferring money to the wrong recipient. Always check and verify branch codes before initiating transfers.

11-Character IFSC Structure

KKBK Bank (1-4)
0 Zero (5)
000261 Branch (6-11)
  • First 4 characters: Represents the unique bank name (e.g. KKBK for Kotak Bank).
  • 5th character: Always 0 (control character reserved for future expansion).
  • Last 6 characters: Denotes the unique branch code (either numeric or alphabetic).

Frequently Asked Questions

IFSC (Indian Financial System Code) is an 11-character code assigned by the RBI to uniquely identify bank branches participating in electronic fund transfer systems in India. It routes cash transfers safely to the correct branch without manual checking errors.

You can easily find it printed directly on your bank checkbook leafs, your savings account bank passbook front page, your bank's mobile banking app profile section, or by using our free public lookup search engine above!

Yes, bank branch IFSC codes can change under certain circumstances, such as bank mergers, structural reorganizations, or branch relocations. Always double-check with the official lookup when a bank completes a merger (e.g. HDFC and Syndicate bank mergers).

No. While IFSC is an 11-digit alphanumeric code used for online fund transfers (NEFT/RTGS/IMPS), MICR (Magnetic Character Recognition) is a 9-digit purely numeric code printed at the bottom of bank check sheets to facilitate offline automatic check clearing.