If you are searching for the IFSC code of Bank of India, LALGANJ ITARHI ROAD branch in BUXAR, BIHAR, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is BKID0005788. 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 LALGANJ ITARHI ROAD branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC BKID0005788 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, BKID0005788 is the IFSC of Bank of India's LALGANJ ITARHI ROAD branch. The format is fixed: BKID = bank code, 0 = reserved, 005788 = branch identifier.
About the bank
Bank of India serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Lalganj Itarhi Road branch in Buxar, Bihar is part of this network and uses the IFSC code BKID0005788 for all electronic settlement.
Lalganj Itarhi Road branch overview
Located at BANK OF INDIA FOUNDATION SCHOOL LALGANJ ITAVILLAGTOWN BUXARBLOCK BUXAR DISTRICT, the Lalganj Itarhi Road branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC BKID0005788 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Bank of India |
|---|---|
| Branch | Lalganj Itarhi Road |
| IFSC Code | BKID0005788 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | BANK OF INDIA FOUNDATION SCHOOL LALGANJ ITAVILLAGTOWN BUXARBLOCK BUXAR DISTRICT |
| City | Buxar |
| District | Buxar |
| State | Bihar |
| STD Code | 91 |
| Phone | 9638576412 |
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 LALGANJ ITARHI ROAD of Bank of India — its own 11-character IFSC. The code BKID0005788 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 BKID0005788 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
MICR code & cheque clearing
Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by Bank of India carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC BKID0005788 and the account number together uniquely identify the Lalganj Itarhi Road branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
How to transfer money using IFSC BKID0005788
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 BKID0005788 across all three.
NEFT to Bank of India, LALGANJ ITARHI ROAD using IFSC BKID0005788
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 BKID0005788, and confirm that the system picks up Bank of India – LALGANJ ITARHI 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 LALGANJ ITARHI ROAD
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Bank of India's LALGANJ ITARHI ROAD branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC BKID0005788 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Bank of India – LALGANJ ITARHI ROAD, use IMPS. With IFSC BKID0005788 and the beneficiary's account number you can move up to ₹5 lakh per transaction with instant credit, any day of the year.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Lalganj Itarhi 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 BKID0005788:
- 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 LALGANJ ITARHI ROAD is still linked to IFSC BKID0005788.
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 India's LALGANJ ITARHI ROAD branch, the IFSC BKID0005788 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.
Account types you can open at the Lalganj Itarhi Road branch
Once you have an account at Bank of India – LALGANJ ITARHI ROAD, the IFSC BKID0005788 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 Lalganj Itarhi Road branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 91-9638576412.
- 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 BKID0005788
Online banking and IFSC BKID0005788
Bank of India customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the LALGANJ ITARHI 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 BKID0005788 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 Lalganj Itarhi Road branch
The branch is located at BANK OF INDIA FOUNDATION SCHOOL LALGANJ ITAVILLAGTOWN BUXARBLOCK BUXAR DISTRICT, which puts it inside Buxar, the broader Buxar district, and the state of Bihar. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Bank of India Lalganj Itarhi Road branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC BKID0005788 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 91-9638576412 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 BKID0005788 and your account number.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC BKID0005788
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 – LALGANJ ITARHI 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:
BKID0005788. - 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 Lalganj Itarhi 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 BKID0005788 continue to work without interruption.
Verifying IFSC BKID0005788 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 BKID0005788 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 91-9638576412.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Branch address & contact
Bank of IndiaLalganj Itarhi Road Branch
BANK OF INDIA FOUNDATION SCHOOL LALGANJ ITAVILLAGTOWN BUXARBLOCK BUXAR DISTRICT
Buxar, Bihar
Phone: 91-9638576412
IFSC: BKID0005788
Frequently asked questions
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using BKID0005788 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Bank of India – Lalganj Itarhi Road reflect within 30 minutes.
Is IFSC BKID0005788 the same for all accounts at Lalganj Itarhi Road branch?
Yes. The IFSC BKID0005788 is shared by every account held at Bank of India's Lalganj Itarhi Road branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Can I use IFSC BKID0005788 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC BKID0005788 to send funds instantly.
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 Lalganj Itarhi Road branch but serve different purposes.
Is IFSC BKID0005788 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC BKID0005788 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
What is the IFSC code of Bank of India Lalganj Itarhi Road branch?
The IFSC code of Bank of India, Lalganj Itarhi Road branch is BKID0005788. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Where is Bank of India Lalganj Itarhi Road branch located?
Bank of India's Lalganj Itarhi Road branch is located at BANK OF INDIA FOUNDATION SCHOOL LALGANJ ITAVILLAGTOWN BUXARBLOCK BUXAR DISTRICT, Buxar, Bihar.
Final notes
To recap: BKID0005788 is the IFSC code of Bank of India, LALGANJ ITARHI ROAD branch, in BUXAR, BIHAR. 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.


