IFSC Code of Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank, Baloda Branch, Chhattisgarh

This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank, BALODA branch in BALODA. The 11-digit IFSC CRGB0000703 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 Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank at the BALODA 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.

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 Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank's BALODA branch, the IFSC CRGB0000703 breaks down as follows: CRGB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 000703 identifies this particular branch.

Bank profile

Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Baloda branch — IFSC CRGB0000703 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Baloda, Chhattisgarh.

Branch details at a glance

Baloda branch overview

Located at AT & POST-BALODA THE.-BALOUDA DIST.-JANJGIR PIN-495559, the Baloda branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC CRGB0000703 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.

Why every Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank 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 BALODA of Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code CRGB0000703 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 CRGB0000703 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Baloda branch is mapped to IFSC CRGB0000703 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank, 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 CRGB0000703.

Products and services

Customers walking into the Baloda branch can access most of Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank'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 CRGB0000703

How to transfer money using IFSC CRGB0000703

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 CRGB0000703 across all three.

NEFT to Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank, BALODA using IFSC CRGB0000703

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 CRGB0000703, and confirm that the system picks up Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank – BALODA. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

Real-Time Gross Settlement to BALODA

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank's BALODA branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC CRGB0000703 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

IMPS to Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank BALODA (IFSC CRGB0000703)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC CRGB0000703 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the BALODA branch account within seconds.

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

All three modes accept the IFSC CRGB0000703 for Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank – BALODA, 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 Baloda 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 Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank's BALODA branch, the IFSC CRGB0000703 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 Baloda 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 CRGB0000703 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 Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC CRGB0000703 and the account number together uniquely identify the Baloda 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 Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank – BALODA:

• The IFSC is exactly CRGB0000703 with no extra spaces.
• The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
• The portal auto-fills Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank as the bank name and BALODA 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 Baloda branch

The branch is located at AT & POST-BALODA THE.-BALOUDA DIST.-JANJGIR PIN-495559, which puts it inside Baloda, the broader Janjgir Champa district, and the state of Chhattisgarh. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank Baloda branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC CRGB0000703 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 6232032623 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 CRGB0000703 and your account number.

Verifying IFSC CRGB0000703 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 CRGB0000703 by:

• Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
• Opening the passbook's first page.
• Calling the branch directly on 6232032623.
• Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.

Working hours

Branch counters at Baloda 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 CRGB0000703 continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code CRGB0000703 belongs to Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank's BALODA branch, located at AT & POST-BALODA THE.-BALOUDA DIST.-JANJGIR PIN-495559 in BALODA, CHHATTISGARH. 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.