IFSC Code of Bandhan Bank Limited, Tagore Town Branch, Prayagraj Branch, Uttar Pradesh

If you are searching for the IFSC code of Bandhan Bank Limited, TAGORE TOWN BRANCH, PRAYAGRAJ branch in VARANASI, UTTAR PRADESH, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is BDBL0002288. 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 TAGORE TOWN BRANCH, PRAYAGRAJ branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC BDBL0002288 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.

IFSC stands for Indian Financial System Code. It is an 11-character code that pinpoints a particular bank branch on the RBI's real-time payment rails. Every NEFT, RTGS or IMPS instruction must carry the destination branch's IFSC for the credit to land in the correct account.

In our case, BDBL0002288 is the IFSC of Bandhan Bank Limited's TAGORE TOWN BRANCH, PRAYAGRAJ branch. The format is fixed: BDBL = bank code, 0 = reserved, 002288 = branch identifier.

Bank profile

Bandhan Bank Limited is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Tagore Town Branch, Prayagraj branch — IFSC BDBL0002288 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.

About the Tagore Town Branch, Prayagraj branch

The Tagore Town Branch, Prayagraj branch of Bandhan Bank Limited is situated at SHOP NOS 90-25-25, GROUND FLOOR, TEGORE TOWN, LIC COLONY TAGORE TOWN, PS. GEORGE TOWN, PO. COLONELGANJ, DISTRICT PRAYAGRAJ, UTTAR PRADESH, PIN 211002. Customers visiting this branch can complete cash deposits, withdrawals, demand draft requests, cheque clearing, passbook updates and KYC formalities. For online transactions to or from this branch, the IFSC code BDBL0002288 is used.

Branch details at a glance

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 TAGORE TOWN BRANCH, PRAYAGRAJ branch came to be assigned the code BDBL0002288.

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 BDBL0002288, money simply cannot be routed to the TAGORE TOWN BRANCH, PRAYAGRAJ branch electronically.

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Tagore Town Branch, Prayagraj branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC BDBL0002288 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

How to transfer money using IFSC BDBL0002288

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 BDBL0002288 across all three.

NEFT to Bandhan Bank Limited, TAGORE TOWN BRANCH, PRAYAGRAJ using IFSC BDBL0002288

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 BDBL0002288, and confirm that the system picks up Bandhan Bank Limited – TAGORE TOWN BRANCH, PRAYAGRAJ. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC BDBL0002288

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 – TAGORE TOWN BRANCH, PRAYAGRAJ, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC BDBL0002288 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

Send money instantly through IMPS

For a real-time, anytime transfer to Bandhan Bank Limited – TAGORE TOWN BRANCH, PRAYAGRAJ, use IMPS. With IFSC BDBL0002288 and the beneficiary's account number you can move up to ₹5 lakh per transaction with instant credit, any day of the year.

NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?

All three modes accept the IFSC BDBL0002288 for Bandhan Bank Limited – TAGORE TOWN BRANCH, PRAYAGRAJ, but they differ in speed, minimum amount and use case. The table below summarises the differences so you can pick the right channel for the situation at hand.

For most retail customers crediting the Tagore Town Branch, Prayagraj branch, NEFT or IMPS will be the quickest and most economical option. RTGS comes in for one-off, high-value movements such as property purchases, vendor settlements or large gifts.

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 TAGORE TOWN BRANCH, PRAYAGRAJ branch, the IFSC BDBL0002288 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.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Tagore Town Branch, Prayagraj branch is mapped to IFSC BDBL0002288 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 BDBL0002288.

Products and services

Customers walking into the Tagore Town Branch, Prayagraj branch can access most of Bandhan Bank Limited's standard product suite, including:

• Account opening – savings, current, NRI, salary
• Term deposits and recurring deposits
• Retail and small-business loans
• Insurance and mutual-fund tie-ups
• Locker, safe deposit and ATM card services
• Online and mobile banking activation
• Electronic transfers via IFSC BDBL0002288

Online banking and IFSC BDBL0002288

Bandhan Bank Limited customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the TAGORE TOWN BRANCH, PRAYAGRAJ 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 BDBL0002288 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.

How to reach the Tagore Town Branch, Prayagraj branch

The branch is located at SHOP NOS 90-25-25, GROUND FLOOR, TEGORE TOWN, LIC COLONY TAGORE TOWN, PS. GEORGE TOWN, PO. COLONELGANJ, DISTRICT PRAYAGRAJ, UTTAR PRADESH, PIN 211002, which puts it inside Varanasi, the broader Prayagraj district, and the state of Uttar Pradesh. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Bandhan Bank Limited Tagore Town Branch, Prayagraj branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC BDBL0002288 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 91-8335822881 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 BDBL0002288 and your account number.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC BDBL0002288

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 – TAGORE TOWN BRANCH, PRAYAGRAJ, 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: BDBL0002288.
• 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.

Branch banking hours and holidays

Indian bank branches typically operate from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday, and from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM on working Saturdays (usually the 1st, 3rd and 5th Saturdays). The Tagore Town Branch, Prayagraj branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC BDBL0002288, however, work 24x7.

Verifying IFSC BDBL0002288 from official sources

The IFSC listed on this page is sourced from the RBI's master list and validated against the bank's branch directory. To double-check before transferring large sums, you can also confirm BDBL0002288 by:

• Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
• Opening the passbook's first page.
• Calling the branch directly on 91-8335822881.
• Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code BDBL0002288 belongs to Bandhan Bank Limited's TAGORE TOWN BRANCH, PRAYAGRAJ branch, located at SHOP NOS 90-25-25, GROUND FLOOR, TEGORE TOWN, LIC COLONY TAGORE TOWN, PS.… in VARANASI, UTTAR PRADESH. 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.