IFSC Code of Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited, Bagalkot Branch, Karnataka

This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited, BAGALKOT branch in BAGALKOT. The 11-digit IFSC ESFB0003068 uniquely identifies this branch in the RBI's centralised payments network and is required for every NEFT, RTGS or IMPS transaction routed to this branch. If you are paying somebody who banks with Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited at the BAGALKOT location, this is the only IFSC you need.

We have organised this page into clearly labelled sections so you can jump straight to the part that interests you — the IFSC and MICR details, the full postal address, the contact phone number, a quick primer on NEFT, RTGS and IMPS, the typical product line-up at the branch, and a frequently asked questions section that addresses the queries people raise most often about this branch.

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 BAGALKOT branch, the IFSC ESFB0003068 breaks down as follows: ESFB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 003068 identifies this particular branch.

Branch details at a glance

About Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited

Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Bagalkot branch in Bagalkot. 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, ESFB0003068.

Bagalkot branch overview

Located at NO.129 GROUND FLOOR M S KATTI BUILDING OPP.HONAKERI SHOP,19TH CROSS,VIDYAGIRI SIDDAGANGA NILAYA,BAGALKOT - 587102, the Bagalkot branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC ESFB0003068 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.

Why every Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited 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 BAGALKOT of Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited — its own 11-character IFSC. The code ESFB0003068 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 ESFB0003068 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.

How to transfer money using IFSC ESFB0003068

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 ESFB0003068 across all three.

How to use IFSC ESFB0003068 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 BAGALKOT 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 ESFB0003068.
4. Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited and the branch as BAGALKOT.
5. 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 BAGALKOT

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited's BAGALKOT branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC ESFB0003068 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

IMPS to Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited BAGALKOT (IFSC ESFB0003068)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC ESFB0003068 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the BAGALKOT branch account within seconds.

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

All three modes accept the IFSC ESFB0003068 for Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited – BAGALKOT, 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 Bagalkot 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 ESFB0003068

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 Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited – BAGALKOT is still mapped to IFSC ESFB0003068. 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 ESFB0003068 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Bagalkot branch is mapped to IFSC ESFB0003068 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 ESFB0003068.

Products and services

Customers walking into the Bagalkot 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 ESFB0003068

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Bagalkot branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC ESFB0003068 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

Online banking and IFSC ESFB0003068

Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the BAGALKOT 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 ESFB0003068 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 ESFB0003068

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 – BAGALKOT, 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: ESFB0003068.
• 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.

Reaching the branch

The Bagalkot branch sits at NO.129 GROUND FLOOR M S KATTI BUILDING OPP.HONAKERI SHOP,19TH CROSS,VIDYAGIRI SIDDAGANGA NILAYA,BAGALKOT - 587102. If you are travelling from outside Bagalkot, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call the branch contact number 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 ESFB0003068 and your account number.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC ESFB0003068 for Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited – BAGALKOT, 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.

Working hours

Branch counters at Bagalkot 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 ESFB0003068 continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code ESFB0003068 belongs to Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited's BAGALKOT branch, located at NO.129 GROUND FLOOR M S KATTI BUILDING OPP.HONAKERI SHOP,19TH CROSS,VIDYAGIRI… in BAGALKOT, KARNATAKA. 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.