IFSC Code of DCB Bank Limited, Bareja Branch, Gujarat

Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to DCB Bank Limited's BAREJA branch in BAREJA, GUJARAT. The branch's IFSC code DCBL0000160 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 DCB Bank Limited – BAREJA is DCBL0000160. The first four letters DCBL are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 000160 map to this branch in BAREJA, GUJARAT.

Bank profile

DCB Bank Limited is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Bareja branch — IFSC DCBL0000160 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Bareja, Gujarat.

Bareja branch overview

Located at DCB BANK LTD. 101, 104 ,SURYADEEP ENCLAVE BAREJA KHEDA ROAD DASKOI AHMEDABAD GUJARAT 382425, the Bareja branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC DCBL0000160 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 DCB Bank Limited's BAREJA branch came to be assigned the code DCBL0000160.

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 DCBL0000160, money simply cannot be routed to the BAREJA branch electronically.

MICR code & cheque clearing

Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by DCB Bank Limited carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC DCBL0000160 and the account number together uniquely identify the Bareja branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.

How to transfer money using IFSC DCBL0000160

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 DCBL0000160 across all three.

NEFT to DCB Bank Limited, BAREJA using IFSC DCBL0000160

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 DCBL0000160, and confirm that the system picks up DCB Bank Limited – BAREJA. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

Real-Time Gross Settlement to BAREJA

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at DCB Bank Limited's BAREJA branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC DCBL0000160 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

IMPS to DCB Bank Limited BAREJA (IFSC DCBL0000160)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC DCBL0000160 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the BAREJA branch account within seconds.

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

All three modes accept the IFSC DCBL0000160 for DCB Bank Limited – BAREJA, 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 Bareja 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 DCB Bank Limited's BAREJA branch, the IFSC DCBL0000160 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.

Account types you can open at the Bareja branch

Once you have an account at DCB Bank Limited – BAREJA, the IFSC DCBL0000160 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 Bareja branch can access most of DCB Bank Limited'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 DCBL0000160

Digital banking channels

Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Bareja 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 DCBL0000160 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.

How to reach the Bareja branch

The branch is located at DCB BANK LTD. 101, 104 ,SURYADEEP ENCLAVE BAREJA KHEDA ROAD DASKOI AHMEDABAD GUJARAT 382425, which puts it inside Bareja, the broader Ahmedabad district, and the state of Gujarat. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “DCB Bank Limited Bareja branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC DCBL0000160 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 1800-2095363 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 DCBL0000160 and your account number.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC DCBL0000160

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 DCB Bank Limited – BAREJA, 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: DCBL0000160.
• 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.

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 Bareja branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC DCBL0000160, however, work 24x7.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC DCBL0000160 for DCB Bank Limited – BAREJA, 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 DCBL0000160 belongs to DCB Bank Limited's BAREJA branch, located at DCB BANK LTD. 101, 104 ,SURYADEEP ENCLAVE BAREJA KHEDA ROAD DASKOI AHMEDABAD … in BAREJA, GUJARAT. 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.