IFSC Code of Bharat Cooperative Bank Mumbai Limited, Malad East - Koknipada Branch, Maharashtra

This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Bharat Cooperative Bank Mumbai Limited, MALAD EAST - KOKNIPADA branch in MUMBAI. The 11-digit IFSC BCBM0000071 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 Bharat Cooperative Bank Mumbai Limited at the MALAD EAST - KOKNIPADA 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.

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, BCBM0000071 is the IFSC of Bharat Cooperative Bank Mumbai Limited's MALAD EAST - KOKNIPADA branch. The format is fixed: BCBM = bank code, 0 = reserved, 000071 = branch identifier.

Branch details at a glance

Bank profile

Bharat Cooperative Bank Mumbai Limited is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Malad East - Koknipada branch — IFSC BCBM0000071 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Mumbai, Maharashtra.

Malad East - Koknipada branch overview

Located at FIRST FLOOR OF COSMIC HERITAGE,SHOP NO.2, G.G. MAHAKARI MARG, KOKNIPADA, MALAD EAST, MUMBAI - 400097, the Malad East - Koknipada branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC BCBM0000071 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 Bharat Cooperative Bank Mumbai Limited's MALAD EAST - KOKNIPADA branch came to be assigned the code BCBM0000071.

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 BCBM0000071, money simply cannot be routed to the MALAD EAST - KOKNIPADA branch electronically.

How to transfer money using IFSC BCBM0000071

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 BCBM0000071 across all three.

NEFT to Bharat Cooperative Bank Mumbai Limited, MALAD EAST - KOKNIPADA using IFSC BCBM0000071

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 BCBM0000071, and confirm that the system picks up Bharat Cooperative Bank Mumbai Limited – MALAD EAST - KOKNIPADA. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC BCBM0000071

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 Bharat Cooperative Bank Mumbai Limited – MALAD EAST - KOKNIPADA, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC BCBM0000071 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

Send money instantly through IMPS

For a real-time, anytime transfer to Bharat Cooperative Bank Mumbai Limited – MALAD EAST - KOKNIPADA, use IMPS. With IFSC BCBM0000071 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 Malad East - Koknipada

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 BCBM0000071:

• 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 MALAD EAST - KOKNIPADA is still linked to IFSC BCBM0000071.

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.

UPI payments and IFSC BCBM0000071

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 Bharat Cooperative Bank Mumbai Limited – MALAD EAST - KOKNIPADA is still mapped to IFSC BCBM0000071. 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 BCBM0000071 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Account types you can open at the Malad East - Koknipada branch

Once you have an account at Bharat Cooperative Bank Mumbai Limited – MALAD EAST - KOKNIPADA, the IFSC BCBM0000071 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 Malad East - Koknipada branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 22-61890107.

• 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 BCBM0000071

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Malad East - Koknipada branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC BCBM0000071 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

Online banking and IFSC BCBM0000071

Bharat Cooperative Bank Mumbai Limited customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the MALAD EAST - KOKNIPADA 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 BCBM0000071 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 BCBM0000071

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 Bharat Cooperative Bank Mumbai Limited – MALAD EAST - KOKNIPADA, 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: BCBM0000071.
• 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.

How to reach the Malad East - Koknipada branch

The branch is located at FIRST FLOOR OF COSMIC HERITAGE,SHOP NO.2, G.G. MAHAKARI MARG, KOKNIPADA, MALAD EAST, MUMBAI - 400097, which puts it inside Mumbai, the broader Greater Bombay district, and the state of Maharashtra. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Bharat Cooperative Bank Mumbai Limited Malad East - Koknipada branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC BCBM0000071 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 22-61890107 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 BCBM0000071 and your account number.

Verifying IFSC BCBM0000071 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 BCBM0000071 by:

• Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
• Opening the passbook's first page.
• Calling the branch directly on 22-61890107.
• Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.

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 Malad East - Koknipada branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC BCBM0000071, however, work 24x7.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code BCBM0000071 belongs to Bharat Cooperative Bank Mumbai Limited's MALAD EAST - KOKNIPADA branch, located at FIRST FLOOR OF COSMIC HERITAGE,SHOP NO.2, G.G. MAHAKARI MARG, KOKNIPADA, MALAD… in MUMBAI, 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.