Below are the complete branch details for Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited, RAHATA BRANCH branch, located in AHMADNAGAR, MAHARASHTRA. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is ESFB0009057. 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 ESFB0009057 for Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited – RAHATA BRANCH — 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 Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited's RAHATA BRANCH branch, the IFSC ESFB0009057 breaks down as follows: ESFB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 009057 identifies this particular branch.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited |
|---|---|
| Branch | Rahata Branch |
| IFSC Code | ESFB0009057 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | 1ST FLOOR,S NO 327,WARD NO 13,PIMPALAS ROAD,SARASWATI NAGAR,AT POST RAHATA TAL RAHATA,DIST AHMEDNAGAR-423107 |
| City | Ahmadnagar |
| District | Ahmadnagar |
| State | Maharashtra |
Bank profile
Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Rahata Branch branch — IFSC ESFB0009057 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Ahmadnagar, Maharashtra.
About the Rahata Branch branch
The Rahata Branch branch of Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited is situated at 1ST FLOOR,S NO 327,WARD NO 13,PIMPALAS ROAD,SARASWATI NAGAR,AT POST RAHATA TAL RAHATA,DIST AHMEDNAGAR-423107. 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 ESFB0009057 is used.
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 Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited's RAHATA BRANCH branch came to be assigned the code ESFB0009057.
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 ESFB0009057, money simply cannot be routed to the RAHATA BRANCH branch electronically.
How to transfer money using IFSC ESFB0009057
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 ESFB0009057 across all three.
How to use IFSC ESFB0009057 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited's RAHATA BRANCH 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).
- Log in to your internet banking or mobile banking app.
- Choose Add Beneficiary and select NEFT / Other Bank.
- Enter the beneficiary name, account number and the IFSC ESFB0009057.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited and the branch as RAHATA BRANCH.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to RAHATA BRANCH
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited's RAHATA BRANCH branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC ESFB0009057 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited – RAHATA BRANCH, use IMPS. With IFSC ESFB0009057 and the beneficiary's account number you can move up to ₹5 lakh per transaction with instant credit, any day of the year.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Rahata Branch
The right transfer rail depends on how urgent the payment is, how large it is, and whether the receiving bank participates in the chosen scheme. Every option below works with the IFSC ESFB0009057:
- NEFT — best for everyday transfers of any amount; settles in half-hourly batches around the clock.
- RTGS — best for transfers of ₹2 lakh and above; settles each transaction individually in real time.
- IMPS — best when speed matters more than batch scheduling; instant credit up to ₹5 lakh.
- UPI — best for small peer-to-peer payments using a VPA; the underlying account at RAHATA BRANCH is still linked to IFSC ESFB0009057.
For salary credits, vendor payouts and refunds, employers and merchants usually default to NEFT because of its zero per-transaction cost for retail customers and its 24x7 availability.
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 Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited's RAHATA BRANCH branch, the IFSC ESFB0009057 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 Rahata Branch branch is mapped to IFSC ESFB0009057 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of Equitas Small Finance 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 ESFB0009057.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Rahata Branch branch can access most of Equitas Small Finance 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 ESFB0009057
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Rahata Branch branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC ESFB0009057 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.
Online banking and IFSC ESFB0009057
Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the RAHATA BRANCH 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 ESFB0009057 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.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC ESFB0009057
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 Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited – RAHATA BRANCH, 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:
ESFB0009057. - 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.
How to reach the Rahata Branch branch
The branch is located at 1ST FLOOR,S NO 327,WARD NO 13,PIMPALAS ROAD,SARASWATI NAGAR,AT POST RAHATA TAL RAHATA,DIST AHMEDNAGAR-423107, which puts it inside Ahmadnagar, the broader Ahmadnagar district, and the state of Maharashtra. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited Rahata Branch branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC ESFB0009057 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling the branch contact number before stepping out, especially around public holidays.
- 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 ESFB0009057 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC ESFB0009057 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 ESFB0009057 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on the branch contact number.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Working hours
Branch counters at Rahata Branch 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 ESFB0009057 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Equitas Small Finance Bank LimitedRahata Branch Branch
1ST FLOOR,S NO 327,WARD NO 13,PIMPALAS ROAD,SARASWATI NAGAR,AT POST RAHATA TAL RAHATA,DIST AHMEDNAGAR-423107
Ahmadnagar, Maharashtra
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: ESFB0009057
Frequently asked questions
Is IFSC ESFB0009057 the same for all accounts at Rahata Branch branch?
Yes. The IFSC ESFB0009057 is shared by every account held at Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited's Rahata Branch 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 Rahata Branch branch but serve different purposes.
How do I add Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited Rahata Branch as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC ESFB0009057, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Does Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited Rahata Branch branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on the branch contact number to confirm.
Is IFSC ESFB0009057 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC ESFB0009057 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Where is Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited Rahata Branch branch located?
Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited's Rahata Branch branch is located at 1ST FLOOR,S NO 327,WARD NO 13,PIMPALAS ROAD,SARASWATI NAGAR,AT POST RAHATA TAL RAHATA,DIST AHMEDNAGAR-423107, Ahmadnagar, Maharashtra.
What is the phone number of Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited Rahata Branch branch?
You can reach the branch at the branch contact number during regular banking hours.
Summary
The IFSC code ESFB0009057 belongs to Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited's RAHATA BRANCH branch, located at 1ST FLOOR,S NO 327,WARD NO 13,PIMPALAS ROAD,SARASWATI NAGAR,AT POST RAHATA TAL… in AHMADNAGAR, MAHARASHTRA. 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.


