IFSC Code of Federal Bank, Shillong Laitumkhrah Branch, Meghalaya

This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Federal Bank, SHILLONG LAITUMKHRAH branch in SHILLONG. The 11-digit IFSC FDRL0001779 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 Federal Bank at the SHILLONG LAITUMKHRAH 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.

IFSC stands for Indian Financial System Code. It is an 11-character code that pinpoints a particular bank branch on the RBI's real-time payment rails. Every NEFT, RTGS or IMPS instruction must carry the destination branch's IFSC for the credit to land in the correct account.

In our case, FDRL0001779 is the IFSC of Federal Bank's SHILLONG LAITUMKHRAH branch. The format is fixed: FDRL = bank code, 0 = reserved, 001779 = branch identifier.

About the bank

Federal Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Shillong Laitumkhrah branch in Shillong, Meghalaya is part of this network and uses the IFSC code FDRL0001779 for all electronic settlement.

Branch details at a glance

Shillong Laitumkhrah branch overview

Located at BEAT HOUSE , LAITUMKHRAH, the Shillong Laitumkhrah branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC FDRL0001779 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.

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 Federal Bank's SHILLONG LAITUMKHRAH branch came to be assigned the code FDRL0001779.

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 FDRL0001779, money simply cannot be routed to the SHILLONG LAITUMKHRAH branch electronically.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Shillong Laitumkhrah branch is mapped to IFSC FDRL0001779 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of Federal Bank, 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 FDRL0001779.

Products and services

Customers walking into the Shillong Laitumkhrah branch can access most of Federal Bank'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 FDRL0001779

How to transfer money using IFSC FDRL0001779

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 FDRL0001779 across all three.

How to use IFSC FDRL0001779 for an NEFT transfer

NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Federal Bank's SHILLONG LAITUMKHRAH 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 FDRL0001779.
4. Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Federal Bank and the branch as SHILLONG LAITUMKHRAH.
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 FDRL0001779

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 Federal Bank – SHILLONG LAITUMKHRAH, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC FDRL0001779 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

IMPS to Federal Bank SHILLONG LAITUMKHRAH (IFSC FDRL0001779)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC FDRL0001779 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the SHILLONG LAITUMKHRAH branch account within seconds.

Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Shillong Laitumkhrah

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 FDRL0001779:

• 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 SHILLONG LAITUMKHRAH is still linked to IFSC FDRL0001779.

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.

UPI payments and IFSC FDRL0001779

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 Federal Bank – SHILLONG LAITUMKHRAH is still mapped to IFSC FDRL0001779. 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 FDRL0001779 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Online banking and IFSC FDRL0001779

Federal Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the SHILLONG LAITUMKHRAH 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 FDRL0001779 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 Shillong Laitumkhrah branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC FDRL0001779 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 Federal Bank – SHILLONG LAITUMKHRAH:

• The IFSC is exactly FDRL0001779 with no extra spaces.
• The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
• The portal auto-fills Federal Bank as the bank name and SHILLONG LAITUMKHRAH 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 Shillong Laitumkhrah branch

The branch is located at BEAT HOUSE , LAITUMKHRAH, which puts it inside Shillong, the broader East Khasi Hills district, and the state of Meghalaya. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Federal Bank Shillong Laitumkhrah branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC FDRL0001779 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 364-2501349 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 FDRL0001779 and your account number.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC FDRL0001779 for Federal Bank – SHILLONG LAITUMKHRAH, 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 Shillong Laitumkhrah 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 FDRL0001779 continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Final notes

To recap: FDRL0001779 is the IFSC code of Federal Bank, SHILLONG LAITUMKHRAH branch, in SHILLONG, MEGHALAYA. It is required for every electronic transfer to an account held at this branch. We keep this page updated with the latest address and contact details, so you can rely on the information here for your day-to-day banking needs.