IFSC Code of Bandhan Bank Limited, Rajnandgaon I Branch, Chhattisgarh

If you are searching for the IFSC code of Bandhan Bank Limited, RAJNANDGAON I branch in RAJNANDGAON, CHHATTISGARH, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is BDBL0002980. You can use it for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers, online banking add-payee actions, UPI mandates and any other electronic payment request that asks for an Indian Financial System Code. The information on this page is curated specifically for customers, remitters, employers and businesses who need to credit funds to an account maintained at this branch, and it is structured so you can find what you need within a few seconds of landing here.

You will see the complete branch address, the area STD code and phone number, the city and state, the day-to-day banking services that are typically offered at the RAJNANDGAON I branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC BDBL0002980 across NEFT, RTGS and IMPS rails. A frequently-asked-questions section at the end answers the most common queries we receive about this particular branch.

An IFSC (Indian Financial System Code) is an 11-character alphanumeric code issued by the Reserve Bank of India. It uniquely identifies every bank branch that participates in the RBI's electronic fund-transfer systems – NEFT, RTGS and IMPS. The first four characters represent the bank, the fifth is always a zero (reserved for future use), and the last six characters identify the specific branch.

For Bandhan Bank Limited's RAJNANDGAON I branch, the IFSC BDBL0002980 breaks down as follows: BDBL identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 002980 identifies this particular branch.

Bank profile

Bandhan Bank Limited is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Rajnandgaon I branch — IFSC BDBL0002980 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Rajnandgaon, Chhattisgarh.

Branch details at a glance

About this branch

The branch is located at HF CENTER FIRST FLOOR, SONI COMPLEX, OPPOSITE KAMAL TALKIES, BHARKHAPARA, RAJNANDGAON CHATTISGARH - 491441(O)07744 - 220105, 220106. It serves the Rajnandgaon region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of Bandhan Bank Limited. The IFSC BDBL0002980 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.

The role of IFSC in India's payments network

India's electronic payment infrastructure — NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, UPI and the National Automated Clearing House (NACH) — is built on a single principle: every participating bank branch must be uniquely identifiable by an alphanumeric code. The Reserve Bank of India introduced the IFSC system to fulfil this requirement, and that is how Bandhan Bank Limited's RAJNANDGAON I branch came to be assigned the code BDBL0002980.

Whether you are receiving a salary on the first of the month, paying a vendor invoice, settling an EMI, or accepting a refund from an e-commerce platform, the IFSC is the silent piece of metadata that tells the network where your account lives. Without IFSC BDBL0002980, money simply cannot be routed to the RAJNANDGAON I branch electronically.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Rajnandgaon I branch is mapped to IFSC BDBL0002980 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of Bandhan Bank Limited, including:

• Resident savings accounts and salary accounts
• Current accounts for businesses and professionals
• Fixed deposits, recurring deposits and tax-saver deposits
• Demand drafts, banker's cheques and pay orders
• Retail loans — personal, vehicle, education, gold and home
• Credit cards and overdraft facilities (subject to eligibility)
• Third-party investment products such as mutual funds and insurance (through tie-ups)

Whichever product you choose, the IFSC for incoming credits remains BDBL0002980.

Banking services available

The Rajnandgaon I branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 33-40456456.

• Savings, current and salary accounts
• Fixed deposits and recurring deposits
• Personal, vehicle and home loans
• Demat and investment products (where supported)
• Internet banking and mobile banking enrolment
• Debit and credit card issuance
• Locker facilities (subject to availability)
• Foreign exchange services (at authorised branches)
• Bill payments, demand drafts and pay orders
• NEFT / RTGS / IMPS / UPI fund transfers using IFSC BDBL0002980

How to transfer money using IFSC BDBL0002980

Online transfers in India are powered by three major channels — NEFT, RTGS and IMPS — and each one requires a destination IFSC. Below is a quick guide for using IFSC BDBL0002980 across all three.

NEFT to Bandhan Bank Limited, RAJNANDGAON I using IFSC BDBL0002980

National Electronic Funds Transfer is the simplest way to move money into an account at this branch. NEFT works around the clock, including Sundays and public holidays, and settles in half-hourly batches.

To send funds, add the recipient as a beneficiary in your bank's online portal, key in the account number, paste the IFSC BDBL0002980, and confirm that the system picks up Bandhan Bank Limited – RAJNANDGAON I. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC BDBL0002980

RTGS (Real-Time Gross Settlement) is the fastest high-value transfer mechanism in India. It is meant for transfers of ₹2 lakh and above and settles each transaction individually and instantly. To remit through RTGS to Bandhan Bank Limited – RAJNANDGAON I, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC BDBL0002980 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

IMPS to Bandhan Bank Limited RAJNANDGAON I (IFSC BDBL0002980)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC BDBL0002980 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the RAJNANDGAON I branch account within seconds.

Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Rajnandgaon I

The right transfer rail depends on how urgent the payment is, how large it is, and whether the receiving bank participates in the chosen scheme. Every option below works with the IFSC BDBL0002980:

• NEFT — best for everyday transfers of any amount; settles in half-hourly batches around the clock.
• RTGS — best for transfers of ₹2 lakh and above; settles each transaction individually in real time.
• IMPS — best when speed matters more than batch scheduling; instant credit up to ₹5 lakh.
• UPI — best for small peer-to-peer payments using a VPA; the underlying account at RAJNANDGAON I is still linked to IFSC BDBL0002980.

For salary credits, vendor payouts and refunds, employers and merchants usually default to NEFT because of its zero per-transaction cost for retail customers and its 24x7 availability.

How UPI relates to the IFSC code

UPI lets you pay using a short Virtual Payment Address instead of typing the IFSC every time, but behind the scenes every UPI mandate is mapped to an account number plus an IFSC. For accounts at Bandhan Bank Limited's RAJNANDGAON I branch, the IFSC BDBL0002980 is what the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) uses to route the credit when you tap Pay on a UPI app.

That is why, even in the UPI era, it is still worth knowing the IFSC of your home branch — for failed UPI mandates, e-mandate set-ups, third-party platform onboarding and salary or refund credits.

Online banking and IFSC BDBL0002980

Bandhan Bank Limited customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the RAJNANDGAON I branch is active. Net banking lets you view balances, download statements, open fixed deposits, request cheque books and initiate NEFT/RTGS/IMPS transfers — all without setting foot in the branch. The IFSC BDBL0002980 is pre-filled by the bank for transfers originating from your own account, and you only need to enter it manually when adding an external beneficiary or sharing your account details with a third party.

MICR code & cheque clearing

Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by Bandhan Bank Limited carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC BDBL0002980 and the account number together uniquely identify the Rajnandgaon I branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC BDBL0002980

An incorrect IFSC almost always results in a failed transfer or, worse, a credit to the wrong branch. Before you click Confirm on a transfer to Bandhan Bank Limited – RAJNANDGAON I, double-check for these issues:

• Confusing 0 with O. The fifth character of every IFSC is the digit 0, not the letter O. Read carefully.
• Spaces or hyphens. Do not put spaces in the IFSC. It is exactly 11 characters: BDBL0002980.
• Wrong branch. A bank can have dozens of branches in the same city. Make sure you are using the IFSC for the actual branch where the beneficiary holds the account, not just any nearby branch.
• Old IFSC after a merger. If two banks have merged, the IFSC may have been reissued. Always verify with a recent passbook or cheque leaf.
• Copy-paste from chat. Auto-correct on phones can silently change letters in IFSC codes. Type carefully or copy from a trusted source like the cheque book.

How to reach the Rajnandgaon I branch

The branch is located at HF CENTER FIRST FLOOR, SONI COMPLEX, OPPOSITE KAMAL TALKIES, BHARKHAPARA, RAJNANDGAON CHATTISGARH - 491441(O)07744 - 220105, 220106, which puts it inside Rajnandgaon, the broader Rajnandgaon district, and the state of Chhattisgarh. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Bandhan Bank Limited Rajnandgaon I branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC BDBL0002980 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 33-40456456 before stepping out, especially around public holidays.
3. Carry photo ID and any account-related documents you may need for the transaction you plan to do.

Most banking work — passbook updates, fund transfers, statement downloads — can also be completed online without visiting the branch in person, as long as you know the IFSC BDBL0002980 and your account number.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC BDBL0002980 for Bandhan Bank Limited – RAJNANDGAON I, you can cross-check the code from any of these sources before initiating a high-value transfer:

• The front of the cheque book issued by the branch – the IFSC is printed at the top of every leaf.
• The first page of your passbook.
• The bank's official website under the branch locator.
• The Reserve Bank of India's IFSC search portal.
• Net banking dashboards usually display the home-branch IFSC under account details.

Working hours

Branch counters at Rajnandgaon I are usually open from 10 AM to 4 PM on weekdays. Saturdays follow the RBI's alternate-Saturday rule. Even when the branch is closed, NEFT, RTGS, IMPS and UPI transfers addressed to BDBL0002980 continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code BDBL0002980 belongs to Bandhan Bank Limited's RAJNANDGAON I branch, located at HF CENTER FIRST FLOOR, SONI COMPLEX, OPPOSITE KAMAL TALKIES, BHARKHAPARA,… in RAJNANDGAON, CHHATTISGARH. Use this code along with the beneficiary's account number for any NEFT, RTGS or IMPS transfer to this branch. Bookmark this page for quick reference whenever you need the branch's banking details.