Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to HDFC Bank's BARHI branch in BARHI, JHARKHAND. The branch's IFSC code HDFC0002854 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.
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, HDFC0002854 is the IFSC of HDFC Bank's BARHI branch. The format is fixed: HDFC = bank code, 0 = reserved, 002854 = branch identifier.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | HDFC Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Barhi |
| IFSC Code | HDFC0002854 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | HDFC BANK LTD., KESRI BHAWAN, PATNA RAN CHI ROAD, NH 31, BARHI, DIST.-HAZARIBAGH PAKUR JHARKHAND 825405 |
| City | Barhi |
| District | Hazaribag |
| State | Jharkhand |
| STD Code | 91 |
| Phone | 8602666161 |
About the bank
HDFC Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Barhi branch in Barhi, Jharkhand is part of this network and uses the IFSC code HDFC0002854 for all electronic settlement.
About the Barhi branch
The Barhi branch of HDFC Bank is situated at HDFC BANK LTD., KESRI BHAWAN, PATNA RAN CHI ROAD, NH 31, BARHI, DIST.-HAZARIBAGH PAKUR JHARKHAND 825405. 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 HDFC0002854 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 HDFC Bank's BARHI branch came to be assigned the code HDFC0002854.
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 HDFC0002854, money simply cannot be routed to the BARHI branch electronically.
How to transfer money using IFSC HDFC0002854
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 HDFC0002854 across all three.
How to use IFSC HDFC0002854 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to HDFC Bank's BARHI 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 HDFC0002854.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as HDFC Bank and the branch as BARHI.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC HDFC0002854
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 HDFC Bank – BARHI, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC HDFC0002854 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to HDFC Bank – BARHI, use IMPS. With IFSC HDFC0002854 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 HDFC0002854 for HDFC Bank – BARHI, 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.
| Parameter | NEFT | RTGS | IMPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum amount | ₹1 | ₹2,00,000 | ₹1 |
| Maximum amount | No RBI cap | No RBI cap | ₹5,00,000 |
| Settlement | Half-hourly batches | Real-time | Real-time |
| Availability | 24x7 | 24x7 | 24x7 |
| Best for | Routine transfers | High-value transfers | Urgent small / mid transfers |
| IFSC required | Yes – HDFC0002854 | Yes – HDFC0002854 | Yes – HDFC0002854 |
For most retail customers crediting the Barhi 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 HDFC0002854
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 HDFC Bank – BARHI is still mapped to IFSC HDFC0002854. 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 HDFC0002854 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Account types you can open at the Barhi branch
Once you have an account at HDFC Bank – BARHI, the IFSC HDFC0002854 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 Barhi branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 91-8602666161.
- 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 HDFC0002854
MICR code & cheque clearing
Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by HDFC Bank carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC HDFC0002854 and the account number together uniquely identify the Barhi branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
Online banking and IFSC HDFC0002854
HDFC Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the BARHI 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 HDFC0002854 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.
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 HDFC Bank – BARHI:
- The IFSC is exactly HDFC0002854 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills HDFC Bank as the bank name and BARHI 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.
Reaching the branch
The Barhi branch sits at HDFC BANK LTD., KESRI BHAWAN, PATNA RAN CHI ROAD, NH 31, BARHI, DIST.-HAZARIBAGH PAKUR JHARKHAND 825405. If you are travelling from outside Barhi, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 91-8602666161 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 HDFC0002854 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC HDFC0002854 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 HDFC0002854 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 91-8602666161.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Working hours
Branch counters at Barhi 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 HDFC0002854 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
HDFC BankBarhi Branch
HDFC BANK LTD., KESRI BHAWAN, PATNA RAN CHI ROAD, NH 31, BARHI, DIST.-HAZARIBAGH PAKUR JHARKHAND 825405
Barhi, Jharkhand
Phone: 91-8602666161
IFSC: HDFC0002854
Frequently asked questions
Is IFSC HDFC0002854 the same for all accounts at Barhi branch?
Yes. The IFSC HDFC0002854 is shared by every account held at HDFC Bank's Barhi branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Is IFSC HDFC0002854 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC HDFC0002854 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
What is the phone number of HDFC Bank Barhi branch?
You can reach the branch at 91-8602666161 during regular banking hours.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using HDFC0002854 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to HDFC Bank – Barhi reflect within 30 minutes.
Does HDFC Bank Barhi branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 91-8602666161 to confirm.
What is the IFSC code of HDFC Bank Barhi branch?
The IFSC code of HDFC Bank, Barhi branch is HDFC0002854. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Where is HDFC Bank Barhi branch located?
HDFC Bank's Barhi branch is located at HDFC BANK LTD., KESRI BHAWAN, PATNA RAN CHI ROAD, NH 31, BARHI, DIST.-HAZARIBAGH PAKUR JHARKHAND 825405, Barhi, Jharkhand.
Summary
The IFSC code HDFC0002854 belongs to HDFC Bank's BARHI branch, located at HDFC BANK LTD., KESRI BHAWAN, PATNA RAN CHI ROAD, NH 31, BARHI,… in BARHI, JHARKHAND. 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.


