IFSC Code of Bank of India, Bokaro Steel City Service Branch Branch, Jharkhand

If you are searching for the IFSC code of Bank of India, BOKARO STEEL CITY SERVICE BRANCH branch in BOKARO STEEL CITY, JHARKHAND, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is BKID0005260. 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 BOKARO STEEL CITY SERVICE BRANCH branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC BKID0005260 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 India's BOKARO STEEL CITY SERVICE BRANCH branch, the IFSC BKID0005260 breaks down as follows: BKID identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 005260 identifies this particular branch.

Branch details at a glance

About Bank of India

Bank of India operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Bokaro Steel City Service Branch branch in Bokaro Steel City. Each branch is enabled for NEFT, RTGS, IMPS and core banking, allowing customers to send and receive money anywhere in the country using a unique IFSC – in this case, BKID0005260.

Bokaro Steel City Service Branch branch overview

Located at BANK OF INDIA BOKARO STEEL CITY SERVICE BRANCHE17FIRST FLOOR CITY CENTRESECTOR 4BOKARO STEEL CITYBOKAROJHARKHANDPIN CODE 827004, the Bokaro Steel City Service Branch branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC BKID0005260 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.

Why every Bank of India 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 BOKARO STEEL CITY SERVICE BRANCH of Bank of India — its own 11-character IFSC. The code BKID0005260 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 BKID0005260 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.

How to transfer money using IFSC BKID0005260

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 BKID0005260 across all three.

NEFT to Bank of India, BOKARO STEEL CITY SERVICE BRANCH using IFSC BKID0005260

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 BKID0005260, and confirm that the system picks up Bank of India – BOKARO STEEL CITY SERVICE BRANCH. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC BKID0005260

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 India – BOKARO STEEL CITY SERVICE BRANCH, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC BKID0005260 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

Send money instantly through IMPS

For a real-time, anytime transfer to Bank of India – BOKARO STEEL CITY SERVICE BRANCH, use IMPS. With IFSC BKID0005260 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 BKID0005260 for Bank of India – BOKARO STEEL CITY SERVICE BRANCH, 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 Bokaro Steel City Service Branch 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 BKID0005260

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 India – BOKARO STEEL CITY SERVICE BRANCH is still mapped to IFSC BKID0005260. 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 BKID0005260 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Account types you can open at the Bokaro Steel City Service Branch branch

Once you have an account at Bank of India – BOKARO STEEL CITY SERVICE BRANCH, the IFSC BKID0005260 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 Bokaro Steel City Service Branch branch can access most of Bank of India'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 BKID0005260

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Bokaro Steel City Service Branch branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC BKID0005260 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

Online banking and IFSC BKID0005260

Bank of India customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the BOKARO STEEL CITY SERVICE BRANCH 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 BKID0005260 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.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC BKID0005260

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 India – BOKARO STEEL CITY SERVICE BRANCH, 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: BKID0005260.
• 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 Bokaro Steel City Service Branch branch sits at BANK OF INDIA BOKARO STEEL CITY SERVICE BRANCHE17FIRST FLOOR CITY CENTRESECTOR 4BOKARO STEEL CITYBOKAROJHARKHANDPIN CODE 827004. If you are travelling from outside Bokaro Steel City, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 91-9234231677 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 BKID0005260 and your account number.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC BKID0005260 for Bank of India – BOKARO STEEL CITY SERVICE BRANCH, 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 banking hours and holidays

Indian bank branches typically operate from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday, and from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM on working Saturdays (usually the 1st, 3rd and 5th Saturdays). The Bokaro Steel City Service Branch branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC BKID0005260, however, work 24x7.

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Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code BKID0005260 belongs to Bank of India's BOKARO STEEL CITY SERVICE BRANCH branch, located at BANK OF INDIA BOKARO STEEL CITY SERVICE BRANCHE17FIRST FLOOR CITY CENTRESECTOR… in BOKARO STEEL CITY, 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.