IFSC Code of Bank of Bahrein and Kuwait, Branch, Maharashtra

This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Bank of Bahrein and Kuwait, branch in . The 11-digit IFSC BBKM0000001 uniquely identifies this branch in the RBI's centralised payments network and is required for every NEFT, RTGS or IMPS transaction routed to this branch. If you are paying somebody who banks with Bank of Bahrein and Kuwait at the location, this is the only IFSC you need.

We have organised this page into clearly labelled sections so you can jump straight to the part that interests you — the IFSC and MICR details, the full postal address, the contact phone number, a quick primer on NEFT, RTGS and IMPS, the typical product line-up at the branch, and a frequently asked questions section that addresses the queries people raise most often about this branch.

The Indian Financial System Code, popularly known as IFSC, is an 11-digit alphanumeric code that the RBI assigns to every bank branch participating in online interbank settlement. Without this code, an electronic transfer simply cannot reach its destination branch.

The IFSC for Bank of Bahrein and Kuwait – is BBKM0000001. The first four letters BBKM are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 000001 map to this branch in , MAHARASHTRA.

About Bank of Bahrein and Kuwait

Bank of Bahrein and Kuwait operates a wide network of branches across India, including the branch in . Each branch is enabled for NEFT, RTGS, IMPS and core banking, allowing customers to send and receive money anywhere in the country using a unique IFSC – in this case, BBKM0000001.

Branch details at a glance

branch overview

Located at 225,JOLLY MAKERS CHAMBERS II,NARIMAN POINT,MUMBAI, the branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC BBKM0000001 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.

Why every Bank of Bahrein and Kuwait branch has a unique IFSC

Before electronic settlement systems went live in India, money transfers between banks relied heavily on demand drafts, mail transfers and telegraphic transfers. These older instruments routinely took days to clear and were prone to misrouting because there was no single machine-readable identifier for a branch. The Reserve Bank of India solved this by issuing each participating branch — including of Bank of Bahrein and Kuwait — its own 11-character IFSC. The code BBKM0000001 is therefore not just an internal reference; it is the digital postcode that lets the RBI's NEFT, RTGS and IMPS rails route funds straight to the right branch ledger without any human intervention.

Today, almost every salary credit, vendor payment, refund and EMI deduction in the country flows through this network, which is exactly why a correct IFSC matters so much. A wrong character can either bounce the transfer or send it to the wrong branch, and reversing such a credit is a manual, time-consuming process. Treat IFSC BBKM0000001 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the branch is mapped to IFSC BBKM0000001 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of Bank of Bahrein and Kuwait, 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 BBKM0000001.

Banking services available

The branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 22823698.

• 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 BBKM0000001

How to transfer money using IFSC BBKM0000001

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 BBKM0000001 across all three.

NEFT to Bank of Bahrein and Kuwait, using IFSC BBKM0000001

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 BBKM0000001, and confirm that the system picks up Bank of Bahrein and Kuwait – . Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

Real-Time Gross Settlement to

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Bank of Bahrein and Kuwait's branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC BBKM0000001 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

IMPS to Bank of Bahrein and Kuwait (IFSC BBKM0000001)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC BBKM0000001 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the branch account within seconds.

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

All three modes accept the IFSC BBKM0000001 for Bank of Bahrein and Kuwait – , 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 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.

UPI payments and IFSC BBKM0000001

UPI (Unified Payments Interface) has become the default way for individuals to send money in India. While most UPI transactions are addressed using a Virtual Payment Address (VPA) like name@bank, the underlying account at Bank of Bahrein and Kuwait – is still mapped to IFSC BBKM0000001. When a customer links a savings or current account to a UPI app for the first time, the app silently looks up this IFSC against the account number to verify the account exists. The VPA acts as a friendly alias on top of the same plumbing.

If a UPI transfer to or from this branch fails, the most common reasons are an inactive UPI handle, a daily limit breach or a temporary outage at one of the participating banks — not the IFSC. You can always fall back to NEFT or IMPS using the IFSC BBKM0000001 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Digital banking channels

Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the branch counter can now be completed digitally — adding a beneficiary, transferring funds, applying for a fixed deposit, raising a service request or downloading account statements. The IFSC BBKM0000001 is the link between the digital channel and the branch ledger; once a transaction is confirmed, the credit or debit is reflected in the same core banking system that the branch officers see.

MICR code & cheque clearing

Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by Bank of Bahrein and Kuwait carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC BBKM0000001 and the account number together uniquely identify the branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.

Things to verify before sending money

Banking errors are usually small typos that snowball into delayed credits and customer-care follow-ups. Use this short checklist before you confirm any transfer to Bank of Bahrein and Kuwait – :

• The IFSC is exactly BBKM0000001 with no extra spaces.
• The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
• The portal auto-fills Bank of Bahrein and Kuwait as the bank name and as the branch.
• The amount and the purpose of payment are correct.
• You have a valid OTP-verifying mobile number on hand.

A 30-second review here saves hours of reconciliation later.

Reaching the branch

The branch sits at 225,JOLLY MAKERS CHAMBERS II,NARIMAN POINT,MUMBAI. If you are travelling from outside , search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 22823698 to ask for landmarks. Many customers find it easier to skip the trip altogether: net banking, mobile apps, NEFT, RTGS, IMPS and UPI all work using the IFSC BBKM0000001 and your account number.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC BBKM0000001 for Bank of Bahrein and Kuwait – , 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 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 BBKM0000001 continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Final notes

To recap: BBKM0000001 is the IFSC code of Bank of Bahrein and Kuwait, branch, in , MAHARASHTRA. It is required for every electronic transfer to an account held at this branch. We keep this page updated with the latest address and contact details, so you can rely on the information here for your day-to-day banking needs.