IFSC Code of Bank of Baroda, Salgawan Branch, Jharkhand

Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Bank of Baroda's SALGAWAN branch in HAZARIBAG, JHARKHAND. The branch's IFSC code BARB0DBSALG 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 SALGAWAN branch, the IFSC BARB0DBSALG breaks down as follows: BARB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and DBSALG identifies this particular branch.

About the bank

Bank of Baroda serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Salgawan branch in Hazaribag, Jharkhand is part of this network and uses the IFSC code BARB0DBSALG for all electronic settlement.

About the Salgawan branch

The Salgawan branch of Bank of Baroda is situated at SALGAWAN PO KADAM BLOCKKATKMDAG HAZARIBAUG SALGAWAN HAZARIBAGH JHARKHAND 825301. 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 BARB0DBSALG 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 Bank of Baroda's SALGAWAN branch came to be assigned the code BARB0DBSALG.

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 BARB0DBSALG, money simply cannot be routed to the SALGAWAN branch electronically.

MICR code & cheque clearing

Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by Bank of Baroda carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC BARB0DBSALG and the account number together uniquely identify the Salgawan branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.

How to transfer money using IFSC BARB0DBSALG

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 BARB0DBSALG across all three.

NEFT to Bank of Baroda, SALGAWAN using IFSC BARB0DBSALG

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 BARB0DBSALG, and confirm that the system picks up Bank of Baroda – SALGAWAN. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

Real-Time Gross Settlement to SALGAWAN

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Bank of Baroda's SALGAWAN branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC BARB0DBSALG while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

IMPS to Bank of Baroda SALGAWAN (IFSC BARB0DBSALG)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC BARB0DBSALG in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the SALGAWAN branch account within seconds.

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

All three modes accept the IFSC BARB0DBSALG for Bank of Baroda – SALGAWAN, 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 Salgawan 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 BARB0DBSALG

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 Baroda – SALGAWAN is still mapped to IFSC BARB0DBSALG. 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 BARB0DBSALG and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Account types you can open at the Salgawan branch

Once you have an account at Bank of Baroda – SALGAWAN, the IFSC BARB0DBSALG stays the same regardless of the type of account you hold. The branch typically supports the following options:

• Savings account — for individuals, with chequebook, ATM card and net-banking access.
• Current account — for sole proprietors, partnerships and companies that need higher transaction volumes.
• Salary account — opened in bulk for corporate employees, often with zero-balance benefits.
• NRE / NRO accounts — for non-resident Indians who want to repatriate or maintain rupee balances in India.
• Fixed deposit and recurring deposit — term-based investment accounts with quarterly or cumulative interest.
• Senior citizen accounts — concessional minimum balance and a small interest rate premium on FDs.
• Minor and student accounts — operated jointly with a guardian until the customer turns 18.

Eligibility, minimum balance and KYC requirements vary by product. Speak to a relationship officer at the branch for the latest schedule of charges and interest rates.

Banking services available

The Salgawan branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 22-1800223344.

• 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 BARB0DBSALG

Online banking and IFSC BARB0DBSALG

Bank of Baroda customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the SALGAWAN 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 BARB0DBSALG 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 Salgawan branch

The branch is located at SALGAWAN PO KADAM BLOCKKATKMDAG HAZARIBAUG SALGAWAN HAZARIBAGH JHARKHAND 825301, which puts it inside Hazaribag, the broader Hazaribag district, and the state of Jharkhand. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Bank of Baroda Salgawan branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC BARB0DBSALG should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 22-1800223344 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 BARB0DBSALG and your account number.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC BARB0DBSALG

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 Bank of Baroda – SALGAWAN, 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: BARB0DBSALG.
• 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.

Working hours

Branch counters at Salgawan 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 BARB0DBSALG continue to work without interruption.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC BARB0DBSALG for Bank of Baroda – SALGAWAN, 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

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code BARB0DBSALG belongs to Bank of Baroda's SALGAWAN branch, located at SALGAWAN PO KADAM BLOCKKATKMDAG HAZARIBAUG SALGAWAN HAZARIBAGH JHARKHAND 825301 in HAZARIBAG, JHARKHAND. 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.