Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Bank of Baroda's CHURIGARH, UTTARAKHAN branch in CHURIGAR, UTTARAKHAND. The branch's IFSC code BARB0CHUNAI is the key identifier you need whenever a remitter, employer or biller asks for a bank routing number to send funds to an account held at this branch. We have also included the branch's postal address, telephone number, banking hours, common services, and an extensive FAQ block that should answer almost every question that comes up when you are about to add this branch as a beneficiary in your net-banking app for the first time.
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 Bank of Baroda's CHURIGARH, UTTARAKHAN branch, the IFSC BARB0CHUNAI breaks down as follows: BARB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and CHUNAI identifies this particular branch.
Bank profile
Bank of Baroda is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Churigarh, Uttarakhan branch — IFSC BARB0CHUNAI — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Churigar, Uttarakhand.
Churigarh, Uttarakhan branch overview
Located at PO.GUNIALEKH, CHURIGARH, DIST.NAINITAL, UTTARAKHAND - 263 136., the Churigarh, Uttarakhan branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC BARB0CHUNAI is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Bank of Baroda |
|---|---|
| Branch | Churigarh, Uttarakhan |
| IFSC Code | BARB0CHUNAI |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | PO.GUNIALEKH, CHURIGARH, DIST.NAINITAL, UTTARAKHAND - 263 136. |
| City | Churigar |
| District | Nainital |
| State | Uttarakhand |
| Phone | 1800223344 |
Why every Bank of Baroda 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 CHURIGARH, UTTARAKHAN of Bank of Baroda — its own 11-character IFSC. The code BARB0CHUNAI 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 BARB0CHUNAI the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Churigarh, Uttarakhan branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC BARB0CHUNAI 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 BARB0CHUNAI
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 BARB0CHUNAI across all three.
How to use IFSC BARB0CHUNAI for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Bank of Baroda's CHURIGARH, UTTARAKHAN branch. NEFT now settles on a 24x7 basis in half-hourly batches and has no upper limit for retail customers (individual banks may impose their own caps).
- Log in to your internet banking or mobile banking app.
- Choose Add Beneficiary and select NEFT / Other Bank.
- Enter the beneficiary name, account number and the IFSC BARB0CHUNAI.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Bank of Baroda and the branch as CHURIGARH, UTTARAKHAN.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to CHURIGARH, UTTARAKHAN
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Bank of Baroda's CHURIGARH, UTTARAKHAN branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC BARB0CHUNAI while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to Bank of Baroda CHURIGARH, UTTARAKHAN (IFSC BARB0CHUNAI)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC BARB0CHUNAI in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the CHURIGARH, UTTARAKHAN branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC BARB0CHUNAI for Bank of Baroda – CHURIGARH, UTTARAKHAN, 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.
| Parameter | NEFT | RTGS | IMPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum amount | ₹1 | ₹2,00,000 | ₹1 |
| Maximum amount | No RBI cap | No RBI cap | ₹5,00,000 |
| Settlement | Half-hourly batches | Real-time | Real-time |
| Availability | 24x7 | 24x7 | 24x7 |
| Best for | Routine transfers | High-value transfers | Urgent small / mid transfers |
| IFSC required | Yes – BARB0CHUNAI | Yes – BARB0CHUNAI | Yes – BARB0CHUNAI |
For most retail customers crediting the Churigarh, Uttarakhan 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 Bank of Baroda's CHURIGARH, UTTARAKHAN branch, the IFSC BARB0CHUNAI 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 Churigarh, Uttarakhan branch is mapped to IFSC BARB0CHUNAI on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of Bank of Baroda, 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 BARB0CHUNAI.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Churigarh, Uttarakhan branch can access most of Bank of Baroda'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 BARB0CHUNAI
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Churigarh, Uttarakhan 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 BARB0CHUNAI 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.
Reaching the branch
The Churigarh, Uttarakhan branch sits at PO.GUNIALEKH, CHURIGARH, DIST.NAINITAL, UTTARAKHAND - 263 136.. If you are travelling from outside Churigar, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 1800223344 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 BARB0CHUNAI and your account number.
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 Baroda – CHURIGARH, UTTARAKHAN:
- The IFSC is exactly BARB0CHUNAI with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills Bank of Baroda as the bank name and CHURIGARH, UTTARAKHAN 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.
Working hours
Branch counters at Churigarh, Uttarakhan 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 BARB0CHUNAI continue to work without interruption.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC BARB0CHUNAI for Bank of Baroda – CHURIGARH, UTTARAKHAN, 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.
Branch address & contact
Bank of BarodaChurigarh, Uttarakhan Branch
PO.GUNIALEKH, CHURIGARH, DIST.NAINITAL, UTTARAKHAND - 263 136.
Churigar, Uttarakhand
Phone: 1800223344
IFSC: BARB0CHUNAI
Frequently asked questions
Can I use IFSC BARB0CHUNAI for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC BARB0CHUNAI to send funds instantly.
Is IFSC BARB0CHUNAI the same for all accounts at Churigarh, Uttarakhan branch?
Yes. The IFSC BARB0CHUNAI is shared by every account held at Bank of Baroda's Churigarh, Uttarakhan branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
What is the IFSC code of Bank of Baroda Churigarh, Uttarakhan branch?
The IFSC code of Bank of Baroda, Churigarh, Uttarakhan branch is BARB0CHUNAI. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Does Bank of Baroda Churigarh, Uttarakhan branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 1800223344 to confirm.
What is the phone number of Bank of Baroda Churigarh, Uttarakhan branch?
You can reach the branch at 1800223344 during regular banking hours.
What is the difference between IFSC and MICR code?
IFSC is an 11-character alphanumeric code used for online transfers, while MICR is a 9-digit numeric code printed on cheques and used by cheque-clearing machines. Both identify the Churigarh, Uttarakhan branch but serve different purposes.
Summary
The IFSC code BARB0CHUNAI belongs to Bank of Baroda's CHURIGARH, UTTARAKHAN branch, located at PO.GUNIALEKH, CHURIGARH, DIST.NAINITAL, UTTARAKHAND - 263 136. in CHURIGAR, UTTARAKHAND. 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.


