Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank's KAMTHEE branch in KAMTHEE, CHHATTISGARH. The branch's IFSC code CRGB0008253 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.
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 Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank – KAMTHEE is CRGB0008253. The first four letters CRGB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 008253 map to this branch in KAMTHEE, CHHATTISGARH.
Bank profile
Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Kamthee branch — IFSC CRGB0008253 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Kamthee, Chhattisgarh.
About this branch
The branch is located at VILLAGE & POST - KAMTHEE BLOCK - PANDARIYA DISTT - KABIRDHAM 491559. It serves the Kamthee region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank. The IFSC CRGB0008253 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Kamthee |
| IFSC Code | CRGB0008253 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | VILLAGE & POST - KAMTHEE BLOCK - PANDARIYA DISTT - KABIRDHAM 491559 |
| City | Kamthee |
| District | Kawardha |
| State | Chhattisgarh |
| Phone | 6232032253 |
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 KAMTHEE of Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code CRGB0008253 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 CRGB0008253 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Kamthee branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC CRGB0008253 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 CRGB0008253
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 CRGB0008253 across all three.
NEFT to Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank, KAMTHEE using IFSC CRGB0008253
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 CRGB0008253, and confirm that the system picks up Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank – KAMTHEE. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to KAMTHEE
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank's KAMTHEE branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC CRGB0008253 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank KAMTHEE (IFSC CRGB0008253)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC CRGB0008253 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the KAMTHEE branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC CRGB0008253 for Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank – KAMTHEE, 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.
| Parameter | NEFT | RTGS | IMPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum amount | ₹1 | ₹2,00,000 | ₹1 |
| Maximum amount | No RBI cap | No RBI cap | ₹5,00,000 |
| Settlement | Half-hourly batches | Real-time | Real-time |
| Availability | 24x7 | 24x7 | 24x7 |
| Best for | Routine transfers | High-value transfers | Urgent small / mid transfers |
| IFSC required | Yes – CRGB0008253 | Yes – CRGB0008253 | Yes – CRGB0008253 |
For most retail customers crediting the Kamthee 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 CRGB0008253
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 Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank – KAMTHEE is still mapped to IFSC CRGB0008253. 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 CRGB0008253 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Account types you can open at the Kamthee branch
Once you have an account at Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank – KAMTHEE, the IFSC CRGB0008253 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 Kamthee branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 6232032253.
- 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 CRGB0008253
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Kamthee 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 CRGB0008253 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.
Reaching the branch
The Kamthee branch sits at VILLAGE & POST - KAMTHEE BLOCK - PANDARIYA DISTT - KABIRDHAM 491559. If you are travelling from outside Kamthee, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 6232032253 to ask for landmarks. Many customers find it easier to skip the trip altogether: net banking, mobile apps, NEFT, RTGS, IMPS and UPI all work using the IFSC CRGB0008253 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 Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank – KAMTHEE:
- The IFSC is exactly CRGB0008253 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 KAMTHEE 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 Kamthee branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC CRGB0008253, however, work 24x7.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC CRGB0008253 for Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank – KAMTHEE, 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
Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin BankKamthee Branch
VILLAGE & POST - KAMTHEE BLOCK - PANDARIYA DISTT - KABIRDHAM 491559
Kamthee, Chhattisgarh
Phone: 6232032253
IFSC: CRGB0008253
Frequently asked questions
What is the IFSC code of Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank Kamthee branch?
The IFSC code of Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank, Kamthee branch is CRGB0008253. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Is IFSC CRGB0008253 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC CRGB0008253 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Is IFSC CRGB0008253 the same for all accounts at Kamthee branch?
Yes. The IFSC CRGB0008253 is shared by every account held at Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank's Kamthee branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
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 Kamthee branch but serve different purposes.
Does Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank Kamthee branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 6232032253 to confirm.
How do I add Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank Kamthee as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CRGB0008253, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
What is the phone number of Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank Kamthee branch?
You can reach the branch at 6232032253 during regular banking hours.
Summary
The IFSC code CRGB0008253 belongs to Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank's KAMTHEE branch, located at VILLAGE & POST - KAMTHEE BLOCK - PANDARIYA DISTT - KABIRDHAM 491559 in KAMTHEE, 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.


