IFSC Code of Bank of Maharashtra, Kolhua Muzaffarpur Branch, Bihar

Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Bank of Maharashtra's KOLHUA MUZAFFARPUR branch in KOLHUA, BIHAR. The branch's IFSC code MAHB0002833 is the key identifier you need whenever a remitter, employer or biller asks for a bank routing number to send funds to an account held at this branch. We have also included the branch's postal address, telephone number, banking hours, common services, and an extensive FAQ block that should answer almost every question that comes up when you are about to add this branch as a beneficiary in your net-banking app for the first time.

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, MAHB0002833 is the IFSC of Bank of Maharashtra's KOLHUA MUZAFFARPUR branch. The format is fixed: MAHB = bank code, 0 = reserved, 002833 = branch identifier.

Bank profile

Bank of Maharashtra is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Kolhua Muzaffarpur branch — IFSC MAHB0002833 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Kolhua, Bihar.

Kolhua Muzaffarpur branch overview

Located at SUBHASH NAGAR, OLD MOTIHARI ROAD, KOLHUA, PAIGAMBARPURA, DIST. - MUZAFFARPUR, BIHAR - 843108, the Kolhua Muzaffarpur branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC MAHB0002833 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.

Branch details at a glance

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 Maharashtra's KOLHUA MUZAFFARPUR branch came to be assigned the code MAHB0002833.

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 MAHB0002833, money simply cannot be routed to the KOLHUA MUZAFFARPUR branch electronically.

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Kolhua Muzaffarpur branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC MAHB0002833 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 MAHB0002833

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 MAHB0002833 across all three.

How to use IFSC MAHB0002833 for an NEFT transfer

NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Bank of Maharashtra's KOLHUA MUZAFFARPUR 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 MAHB0002833.
4. Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Bank of Maharashtra and the branch as KOLHUA MUZAFFARPUR.
5. Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.

Real-Time Gross Settlement to KOLHUA MUZAFFARPUR

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Bank of Maharashtra's KOLHUA MUZAFFARPUR branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC MAHB0002833 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 Maharashtra – KOLHUA MUZAFFARPUR, use IMPS. With IFSC MAHB0002833 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 MAHB0002833 for Bank of Maharashtra – KOLHUA MUZAFFARPUR, 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 Kolhua Muzaffarpur 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 MAHB0002833

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 Maharashtra – KOLHUA MUZAFFARPUR is still mapped to IFSC MAHB0002833. 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 MAHB0002833 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Account types you can open at the Kolhua Muzaffarpur branch

Once you have an account at Bank of Maharashtra – KOLHUA MUZAFFARPUR, the IFSC MAHB0002833 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 Kolhua Muzaffarpur branch can access most of Bank of Maharashtra'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 MAHB0002833

Online banking and IFSC MAHB0002833

Bank of Maharashtra customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the KOLHUA MUZAFFARPUR 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 MAHB0002833 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 Kolhua Muzaffarpur branch

The branch is located at SUBHASH NAGAR, OLD MOTIHARI ROAD, KOLHUA, PAIGAMBARPURA, DIST. - MUZAFFARPUR, BIHAR - 843108, which puts it inside Kolhua, the broader Muzaffarpur district, and the state of Bihar. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Bank of Maharashtra Kolhua Muzaffarpur branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC MAHB0002833 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 91-9031675302 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 MAHB0002833 and your account number.

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 Maharashtra – KOLHUA MUZAFFARPUR:

• The IFSC is exactly MAHB0002833 with no extra spaces.
• The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
• The portal auto-fills Bank of Maharashtra as the bank name and KOLHUA MUZAFFARPUR 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.

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 Kolhua Muzaffarpur branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC MAHB0002833, however, work 24x7.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC MAHB0002833 for Bank of Maharashtra – KOLHUA MUZAFFARPUR, 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 MAHB0002833 belongs to Bank of Maharashtra's KOLHUA MUZAFFARPUR branch, located at SUBHASH NAGAR, OLD MOTIHARI ROAD, KOLHUA, PAIGAMBARPURA, DIST. - MUZAFFARPUR,… in KOLHUA, BIHAR. 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.