If you are searching for the IFSC code of Bank of Baroda, KANTAPADA branch in PURI, ODISHA, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is BARB0KANTAP. 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 KANTAPADA branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC BARB0KANTAP 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.
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 Baroda – KANTAPADA is BARB0KANTAP. The first four letters BARB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters KANTAP map to this branch in PURI, ODISHA.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Bank of Baroda |
|---|---|
| Branch | Kantapada |
| IFSC Code | BARB0KANTAP |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | AT KANTAPADA DIST PURI ORISSA 752108 |
| City | Puri |
| District | Puri |
| State | Odisha |
| STD Code | 22 |
| Phone | 1800223344 |
About the bank
Bank of Baroda serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Kantapada branch in Puri, Odisha is part of this network and uses the IFSC code BARB0KANTAP for all electronic settlement.
Kantapada branch overview
Located at AT KANTAPADA DIST PURI ORISSA 752108, the Kantapada branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC BARB0KANTAP is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.
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 KANTAPADA branch came to be assigned the code BARB0KANTAP.
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 BARB0KANTAP, money simply cannot be routed to the KANTAPADA branch electronically.
How to transfer money using IFSC BARB0KANTAP
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 BARB0KANTAP across all three.
How to use IFSC BARB0KANTAP for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Bank of Baroda's KANTAPADA 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 BARB0KANTAP.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Bank of Baroda and the branch as KANTAPADA.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC BARB0KANTAP
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 – KANTAPADA, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC BARB0KANTAP while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Bank of Baroda – KANTAPADA, use IMPS. With IFSC BARB0KANTAP 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 BARB0KANTAP for Bank of Baroda – KANTAPADA, 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 – BARB0KANTAP | Yes – BARB0KANTAP | Yes – BARB0KANTAP |
For most retail customers crediting the Kantapada 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 BARB0KANTAP
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 – KANTAPADA is still mapped to IFSC BARB0KANTAP. 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 BARB0KANTAP and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Account types you can open at the Kantapada branch
Once you have an account at Bank of Baroda – KANTAPADA, the IFSC BARB0KANTAP 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 Kantapada 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 BARB0KANTAP
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 BARB0KANTAP and the account number together uniquely identify the Kantapada branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Kantapada 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 BARB0KANTAP 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.
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 – KANTAPADA:
- The IFSC is exactly BARB0KANTAP 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 KANTAPADA 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.
How to reach the Kantapada branch
The branch is located at AT KANTAPADA DIST PURI ORISSA 752108, which puts it inside Puri, the broader Puri district, and the state of Odisha. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Bank of Baroda Kantapada branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC BARB0KANTAP should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 22-1800223344 before stepping out, especially around public holidays.
- 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 BARB0KANTAP and your account number.
Verifying IFSC BARB0KANTAP 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 BARB0KANTAP by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 22-1800223344.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Working hours
Branch counters at Kantapada 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 BARB0KANTAP continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Bank of BarodaKantapada Branch
AT KANTAPADA DIST PURI ORISSA 752108
Puri, Odisha
Phone: 22-1800223344
IFSC: BARB0KANTAP
Frequently asked questions
How do I add Bank of Baroda Kantapada as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC BARB0KANTAP, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Is IFSC BARB0KANTAP the same for all accounts at Kantapada branch?
Yes. The IFSC BARB0KANTAP is shared by every account held at Bank of Baroda's Kantapada branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Can I use IFSC BARB0KANTAP for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC BARB0KANTAP to send funds instantly.
Does Bank of Baroda Kantapada branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 22-1800223344 to confirm.
Is IFSC BARB0KANTAP valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC BARB0KANTAP is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Where is Bank of Baroda Kantapada branch located?
Bank of Baroda's Kantapada branch is located at AT KANTAPADA DIST PURI ORISSA 752108, Puri, Odisha.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using BARB0KANTAP be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Bank of Baroda – Kantapada reflect within 30 minutes.
Summary
The IFSC code BARB0KANTAP belongs to Bank of Baroda's KANTAPADA branch, located at AT KANTAPADA DIST PURI ORISSA 752108 in PURI, ODISHA. 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.
