IFSC Code of Bank of Maharashtra, Pune-Chatushrungi Branch, Maharashtra

This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Bank of Maharashtra, PUNE-CHATUSHRUNGI branch in PUNE. The 11-digit IFSC MAHB0000049 uniquely identifies this branch in the RBI's centralised payments network and is required for every NEFT, RTGS or IMPS transaction routed to this branch. If you are paying somebody who banks with Bank of Maharashtra at the PUNE-CHATUSHRUNGI location, this is the only IFSC you need.

We have organised this page into clearly labelled sections so you can jump straight to the part that interests you — the IFSC and MICR details, the full postal address, the contact phone number, a quick primer on NEFT, RTGS and IMPS, the typical product line-up at the branch, and a frequently asked questions section that addresses the queries people raise most often about this 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 Maharashtra – PUNE-CHATUSHRUNGI is MAHB0000049. The first four letters MAHB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 000049 map to this branch in PUNE, MAHARASHTRA.

About the bank

Bank of Maharashtra serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Pune-Chatushrungi branch in Pune, Maharashtra is part of this network and uses the IFSC code MAHB0000049 for all electronic settlement.

Branch details at a glance

Pune-Chatushrungi branch overview

Located at SAI CAPITAL BUILDING, OPP J W MARRIOT HOTEL, SENAPATI BAPAT ROAD, PUNE, the Pune-Chatushrungi branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC MAHB0000049 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 Maharashtra's PUNE-CHATUSHRUNGI branch came to be assigned the code MAHB0000049.

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 MAHB0000049, money simply cannot be routed to the PUNE-CHATUSHRUNGI branch electronically.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Pune-Chatushrungi branch is mapped to IFSC MAHB0000049 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of Bank of Maharashtra, including:

• Resident savings accounts and salary accounts
• Current accounts for businesses and professionals
• Fixed deposits, recurring deposits and tax-saver deposits
• Demand drafts, banker's cheques and pay orders
• Retail loans — personal, vehicle, education, gold and home
• Credit cards and overdraft facilities (subject to eligibility)
• Third-party investment products such as mutual funds and insurance (through tie-ups)

Whichever product you choose, the IFSC for incoming credits remains MAHB0000049.

Products and services

Customers walking into the Pune-Chatushrungi 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 MAHB0000049

How to transfer money using IFSC MAHB0000049

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 MAHB0000049 across all three.

NEFT to Bank of Maharashtra, PUNE-CHATUSHRUNGI using IFSC MAHB0000049

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 MAHB0000049, and confirm that the system picks up Bank of Maharashtra – PUNE-CHATUSHRUNGI. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC MAHB0000049

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 Maharashtra – PUNE-CHATUSHRUNGI, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC MAHB0000049 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

IMPS to Bank of Maharashtra PUNE-CHATUSHRUNGI (IFSC MAHB0000049)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC MAHB0000049 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the PUNE-CHATUSHRUNGI branch account within seconds.

NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?

All three modes accept the IFSC MAHB0000049 for Bank of Maharashtra – PUNE-CHATUSHRUNGI, 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 Pune-Chatushrungi 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.

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 Maharashtra's PUNE-CHATUSHRUNGI branch, the IFSC MAHB0000049 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.

Digital banking channels

Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Pune-Chatushrungi 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 MAHB0000049 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.

MICR code & cheque clearing

Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by Bank of Maharashtra carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC MAHB0000049 and the account number together uniquely identify the Pune-Chatushrungi branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.

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 – PUNE-CHATUSHRUNGI:

• The IFSC is exactly MAHB0000049 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 PUNE-CHATUSHRUNGI 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 Pune-Chatushrungi branch

The branch is located at SAI CAPITAL BUILDING, OPP J W MARRIOT HOTEL, SENAPATI BAPAT ROAD, PUNE, which puts it inside Pune, the broader Pune district, and the state of Maharashtra. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Bank of Maharashtra Pune-Chatushrungi branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC MAHB0000049 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 91-7030924089 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 MAHB0000049 and your account number.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC MAHB0000049 for Bank of Maharashtra – PUNE-CHATUSHRUNGI, 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 Pune-Chatushrungi branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC MAHB0000049, however, work 24x7.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code MAHB0000049 belongs to Bank of Maharashtra's PUNE-CHATUSHRUNGI branch, located at SAI CAPITAL BUILDING, OPP J W MARRIOT HOTEL, SENAPATI BAPAT ROAD, PUNE in PUNE, MAHARASHTRA. 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.