If you are searching for the IFSC code of Bank of Baroda, G S ROAD branch in SHILLONG, MEGHALAYA, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is BARB0VJSHIL. 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 G S ROAD branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC BARB0VJSHIL 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.
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 G S ROAD branch, the IFSC BARB0VJSHIL breaks down as follows: BARB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and VJSHIL 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 G S Road branch — IFSC BARB0VJSHIL — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Shillong, Meghalaya.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Bank of Baroda |
|---|---|
| Branch | G S Road |
| IFSC Code | BARB0VJSHIL |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | P B NO 18 , JAIL ROAD,NEAR MTC BUS STAND , SHILLONG , SHILLONG , 793001 |
| City | Shillong |
| District | East Khasi Hills |
| State | Meghalaya |
| STD Code | 22 |
| Phone | 1800223344 |
About the G S Road branch
The G S Road branch of Bank of Baroda is situated at P B NO 18 , JAIL ROAD,NEAR MTC BUS STAND , SHILLONG , SHILLONG , 793001. 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 BARB0VJSHIL is used.
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 G S ROAD branch came to be assigned the code BARB0VJSHIL.
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 BARB0VJSHIL, money simply cannot be routed to the G S ROAD branch electronically.
Account types you can open at the G S Road branch
Once you have an account at Bank of Baroda – G S ROAD, the IFSC BARB0VJSHIL 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.
Products and services
Customers walking into the G S Road 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 BARB0VJSHIL
How to transfer money using IFSC BARB0VJSHIL
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 BARB0VJSHIL across all three.
NEFT to Bank of Baroda, G S ROAD using IFSC BARB0VJSHIL
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 BARB0VJSHIL, and confirm that the system picks up Bank of Baroda – G S ROAD. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to G S ROAD
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Bank of Baroda's G S ROAD branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC BARB0VJSHIL while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to Bank of Baroda G S ROAD (IFSC BARB0VJSHIL)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC BARB0VJSHIL in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the G S ROAD branch account within seconds.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to G S Road
The right transfer rail depends on how urgent the payment is, how large it is, and whether the receiving bank participates in the chosen scheme. Every option below works with the IFSC BARB0VJSHIL:
- NEFT — best for everyday transfers of any amount; settles in half-hourly batches around the clock.
- RTGS — best for transfers of ₹2 lakh and above; settles each transaction individually in real time.
- IMPS — best when speed matters more than batch scheduling; instant credit up to ₹5 lakh.
- UPI — best for small peer-to-peer payments using a VPA; the underlying account at G S ROAD is still linked to IFSC BARB0VJSHIL.
For salary credits, vendor payouts and refunds, employers and merchants usually default to NEFT because of its zero per-transaction cost for retail customers and its 24x7 availability.
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 G S ROAD branch, the IFSC BARB0VJSHIL 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.
Online banking and IFSC BARB0VJSHIL
Bank of Baroda customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the G S ROAD 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 BARB0VJSHIL 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.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the G S Road branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC BARB0VJSHIL for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC BARB0VJSHIL
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 – G S ROAD, 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:
BARB0VJSHIL. - 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.
Reaching the branch
The G S Road branch sits at P B NO 18 , JAIL ROAD,NEAR MTC BUS STAND , SHILLONG , SHILLONG , 793001. If you are travelling from outside Shillong, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 22-1800223344 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 BARB0VJSHIL and your account number.
Verifying IFSC BARB0VJSHIL 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 BARB0VJSHIL 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 G S Road 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 BARB0VJSHIL continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Bank of BarodaG S Road Branch
P B NO 18 , JAIL ROAD,NEAR MTC BUS STAND , SHILLONG , SHILLONG , 793001
Shillong, Meghalaya
Phone: 22-1800223344
IFSC: BARB0VJSHIL
Frequently asked questions
Is IFSC BARB0VJSHIL the same for all accounts at G S Road branch?
Yes. The IFSC BARB0VJSHIL is shared by every account held at Bank of Baroda's G S Road branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Can I use IFSC BARB0VJSHIL for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC BARB0VJSHIL to send funds instantly.
Does Bank of Baroda G S Road branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 22-1800223344 to confirm.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using BARB0VJSHIL be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Bank of Baroda – G S Road reflect within 30 minutes.
What is the phone number of Bank of Baroda G S Road branch?
You can reach the branch at 22-1800223344 during regular banking hours.
How do I add Bank of Baroda G S Road as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC BARB0VJSHIL, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
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 G S Road branch but serve different purposes.
Final notes
To recap: BARB0VJSHIL is the IFSC code of Bank of Baroda, G S ROAD branch, in SHILLONG, MEGHALAYA. 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.
