IFSC Code of Deutsche Bank, Kolkatta Branch, West Bengal

Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Deutsche Bank's KOLKATTA branch in KOLKATTA, WEST BENGAL. The branch's IFSC code DEUT0917CAL 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 Deutsche Bank – KOLKATTA is DEUT0917CAL. The first four letters DEUT are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 917CAL map to this branch in KOLKATTA, WEST BENGAL.

About Deutsche Bank

Deutsche Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Kolkatta branch in Kolkatta. 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, DEUT0917CAL.

Branch details at a glance

About the Kolkatta branch

The Kolkatta branch of Deutsche Bank is situated at BROOKE HOUSE, 9, SHAKESPEARE SARANI, KOLKATTA - 700 071.. 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 DEUT0917CAL is used.

Why every Deutsche 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 KOLKATTA of Deutsche Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code DEUT0917CAL 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 DEUT0917CAL the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.

Account types you can open at the Kolkatta branch

Once you have an account at Deutsche Bank – KOLKATTA, the IFSC DEUT0917CAL 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 Kolkatta branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 0.

• 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 DEUT0917CAL

How to transfer money using IFSC DEUT0917CAL

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 DEUT0917CAL across all three.

How to use IFSC DEUT0917CAL for an NEFT transfer

NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Deutsche Bank's KOLKATTA 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 DEUT0917CAL.
4. Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Deutsche Bank and the branch as KOLKATTA.
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 DEUT0917CAL

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 Deutsche Bank – KOLKATTA, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC DEUT0917CAL while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

Send money instantly through IMPS

For a real-time, anytime transfer to Deutsche Bank – KOLKATTA, use IMPS. With IFSC DEUT0917CAL 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 DEUT0917CAL for Deutsche Bank – KOLKATTA, 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 Kolkatta 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 Deutsche Bank's KOLKATTA branch, the IFSC DEUT0917CAL 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.

Online banking and IFSC DEUT0917CAL

Deutsche Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the KOLKATTA 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 DEUT0917CAL 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.

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Kolkatta branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC DEUT0917CAL for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

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 Deutsche Bank – KOLKATTA:

• The IFSC is exactly DEUT0917CAL with no extra spaces.
• The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
• The portal auto-fills Deutsche Bank as the bank name and KOLKATTA 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 Kolkatta branch

The branch is located at BROOKE HOUSE, 9, SHAKESPEARE SARANI, KOLKATTA - 700 071., which puts it inside Kolkatta, the broader Kolkata district, and the state of West Bengal. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Deutsche Bank Kolkatta branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC DEUT0917CAL should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 0 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 DEUT0917CAL and your account number.

Verifying IFSC DEUT0917CAL 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 DEUT0917CAL by:

• Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
• Opening the passbook's first page.
• Calling the branch directly on 0.
• Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.

Working hours

Branch counters at Kolkatta 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 DEUT0917CAL continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code DEUT0917CAL belongs to Deutsche Bank's KOLKATTA branch, located at BROOKE HOUSE, 9, SHAKESPEARE SARANI, KOLKATTA - 700 071. in KOLKATTA, WEST BENGAL. 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.