IFSC Code of Bank of Baroda, Lohardaga, Jharkhand Branch, Jharkhand

If you are searching for the IFSC code of Bank of Baroda, LOHARDAGA, JHARKHAND branch in LOHARDAGA, JHARKHAND, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is BARB0LOHARD. 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 LOHARDAGA, JHARKHAND branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC BARB0LOHARD 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, BARB0LOHARD is the IFSC of Bank of Baroda's LOHARDAGA, JHARKHAND branch. The format is fixed: BARB = bank code, 0 = reserved, LOHARD = branch identifier.

Bank profile

Bank of Baroda is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Lohardaga, Jharkhand branch — IFSC BARB0LOHARD — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Lohardaga, Jharkhand.

About this branch

The branch is located at NEAR THAKURBARI,GUDRI BAZAR, LOHARDAGA, JHARKHAND - 835302. It serves the Lohardaga region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of Bank of Baroda. The IFSC BARB0LOHARD is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.

Branch details at a glance

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 LOHARDAGA, JHARKHAND of Bank of Baroda — its own 11-character IFSC. The code BARB0LOHARD 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 BARB0LOHARD 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 Lohardaga, Jharkhand branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC BARB0LOHARD 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 BARB0LOHARD

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 BARB0LOHARD across all three.

How to use IFSC BARB0LOHARD for an NEFT transfer

NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Bank of Baroda's LOHARDAGA, JHARKHAND 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).

1. Log in to your internet banking or mobile banking app.
2. Choose Add Beneficiary and select NEFT / Other Bank.
3. Enter the beneficiary name, account number and the IFSC BARB0LOHARD.
4. Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Bank of Baroda and the branch as LOHARDAGA, JHARKHAND.
5. Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC BARB0LOHARD

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 Bank of Baroda – LOHARDAGA, JHARKHAND, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC BARB0LOHARD while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

Send money instantly through IMPS

For a real-time, anytime transfer to Bank of Baroda – LOHARDAGA, JHARKHAND, use IMPS. With IFSC BARB0LOHARD 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 BARB0LOHARD for Bank of Baroda – LOHARDAGA, JHARKHAND, 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 Lohardaga, Jharkhand 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 BARB0LOHARD

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 – LOHARDAGA, JHARKHAND is still mapped to IFSC BARB0LOHARD. 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 BARB0LOHARD and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Lohardaga, Jharkhand branch is mapped to IFSC BARB0LOHARD 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 BARB0LOHARD.

Products and services

Customers walking into the Lohardaga, Jharkhand 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 BARB0LOHARD

Online banking and IFSC BARB0LOHARD

Bank of Baroda customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the LOHARDAGA, JHARKHAND 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 BARB0LOHARD 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 Lohardaga, Jharkhand branch

The branch is located at NEAR THAKURBARI,GUDRI BAZAR, LOHARDAGA, JHARKHAND - 835302, which puts it inside Lohardaga, the broader Lohardaga district, and the state of Jharkhand. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Bank of Baroda Lohardaga, Jharkhand branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC BARB0LOHARD should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 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 BARB0LOHARD and your account number.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC BARB0LOHARD

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 – LOHARDAGA, JHARKHAND, 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: BARB0LOHARD.
• 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 Lohardaga, Jharkhand 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 BARB0LOHARD continue to work without interruption.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC BARB0LOHARD for Bank of Baroda – LOHARDAGA, JHARKHAND, 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 BARB0LOHARD belongs to Bank of Baroda's LOHARDAGA, JHARKHAND branch, located at NEAR THAKURBARI,GUDRI BAZAR, LOHARDAGA, JHARKHAND - 835302 in LOHARDAGA, 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.