IFSC Code of DCB Bank Limited, Dhokheda Branch, Madhya Pradesh

Below are the complete branch details for DCB Bank Limited, DHOKHEDA branch, located in DHOKHEDA, MADHYA PRADESH. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is DCBL0000161. Whether you want to transfer money, add a beneficiary, verify a cheque or simply confirm the branch address, you will find authentic, up-to-date information on this page that has been cross-checked against the bank's branch directory and the RBI's master list of participants in the National Electronic Funds Transfer system.

The IFSC code is one of the most frequently asked-for pieces of information when somebody wants to send you money or set up a recurring credit such as a salary, EMI auto-debit or supplier payment. Knowing exactly which IFSC belongs to your branch — in this case DCBL0000161 for DCB Bank Limited – DHOKHEDA — saves you from rejected transfers, returned credits and the back-and-forth that follows them.

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 DCB Bank Limited's DHOKHEDA branch, the IFSC DCBL0000161 breaks down as follows: DCBL identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 000161 identifies this particular branch.

About DCB Bank Limited

DCB Bank Limited operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Dhokheda branch in Dhokheda. Each branch is enabled for NEFT, RTGS, IMPS and core banking, allowing customers to send and receive money anywhere in the country using a unique IFSC – in this case, DCBL0000161.

About the Dhokheda branch

The Dhokheda branch of DCB Bank Limited is situated at DCB BANK LTD.DHOKHEDA BRANCH,GROUND FLOOR,220-2,PH 30,DHOKHEDA,TEHSIL-BARELI,DISTRICT-RAISEN,MADHYA PRADESH-464668.. Customers visiting this branch can complete cash deposits, withdrawals, demand draft requests, cheque clearing, passbook updates and KYC formalities. For online transactions to or from this branch, the IFSC code DCBL0000161 is used.

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 DHOKHEDA branch came to be assigned the code DCBL0000161.

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 DCBL0000161, money simply cannot be routed to the DHOKHEDA branch electronically.

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Dhokheda branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC DCBL0000161 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 DCBL0000161

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 DCBL0000161 across all three.

How to use IFSC DCBL0000161 for an NEFT transfer

NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to DCB Bank Limited's DHOKHEDA branch. NEFT now settles on a 24x7 basis in half-hourly batches and has no upper limit for retail customers (individual banks may impose their own caps).

1. Log in to your internet banking or mobile banking app.
2. Choose Add Beneficiary and select NEFT / Other Bank.
3. Enter the beneficiary name, account number and the IFSC DCBL0000161.
4. Confirm the bank name auto-populates as DCB Bank Limited and the branch as DHOKHEDA.
5. Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC DCBL0000161

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 DCB Bank Limited – DHOKHEDA, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC DCBL0000161 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

Send money instantly through IMPS

For a real-time, anytime transfer to DCB Bank Limited – DHOKHEDA, use IMPS. With IFSC DCBL0000161 and the beneficiary's account number you can move up to ₹5 lakh per transaction with instant credit, any day of the year.

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

All three modes accept the IFSC DCBL0000161 for DCB Bank Limited – DHOKHEDA, 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 Dhokheda 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 DHOKHEDA branch, the IFSC DCBL0000161 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.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Dhokheda branch is mapped to IFSC DCBL0000161 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of DCB Bank Limited, 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 DCBL0000161.

Products and services

Customers walking into the Dhokheda 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 DCBL0000161

Online banking and IFSC DCBL0000161

DCB Bank Limited customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the DHOKHEDA 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 DCBL0000161 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.

How to reach the Dhokheda branch

The branch is located at DCB BANK LTD.DHOKHEDA BRANCH,GROUND FLOOR,220-2,PH 30,DHOKHEDA,TEHSIL-BARELI,DISTRICT-RAISEN,MADHYA PRADESH-464668., which puts it inside Dhokheda, the broader Raisen district, and the state of Madhya Pradesh. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “DCB Bank Limited Dhokheda branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC DCBL0000161 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 7486-9425193131 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 DCBL0000161 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 DCB Bank Limited – DHOKHEDA:

• The IFSC is exactly DCBL0000161 with no extra spaces.
• The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
• The portal auto-fills DCB Bank Limited as the bank name and DHOKHEDA 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.

Working hours

Branch counters at Dhokheda 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 DCBL0000161 continue to work without interruption.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC DCBL0000161 for DCB Bank Limited – DHOKHEDA, 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.

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Summary

The IFSC code DCBL0000161 belongs to DCB Bank Limited's DHOKHEDA branch, located at DCB BANK LTD.DHOKHEDA BRANCH,GROUND FLOOR,220-2,PH… in DHOKHEDA, MADHYA PRADESH. 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.