IFSC Code of HDFC Bank, Vakola Santacruz East Branch, Maharashtra

If you are searching for the IFSC code of HDFC Bank, VAKOLA SANTACRUZ EAST branch in MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is HDFC0010882. You can use it for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers, online banking add-payee actions, UPI mandates and any other electronic payment request that asks for an Indian Financial System Code. The information on this page is curated specifically for customers, remitters, employers and businesses who need to credit funds to an account maintained at this branch, and it is structured so you can find what you need within a few seconds of landing here.

You will see the complete branch address, the area STD code and phone number, the city and state, the day-to-day banking services that are typically offered at the VAKOLA SANTACRUZ EAST branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC HDFC0010882 across NEFT, RTGS and IMPS rails. A frequently-asked-questions section at the end answers the most common queries we receive about this particular branch.

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 HDFC Bank – VAKOLA SANTACRUZ EAST is HDFC0010882. The first four letters HDFC are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 010882 map to this branch in MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA.

Bank profile

HDFC Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Vakola Santacruz East branch — IFSC HDFC0010882 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Mumbai, Maharashtra.

About this branch

The branch is located at GRD FLOOR SUNRISE APARTMENT NEHRU ROAD VAKOLA SANTACRUZ EAST MUMBAI SUBURBAN MUMBAI MAHARASHTRA 400055. It serves the Mumbai region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of HDFC Bank. The IFSC HDFC0010882 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.

Branch details at a glance

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 VAKOLA SANTACRUZ EAST branch came to be assigned the code HDFC0010882.

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 HDFC0010882, money simply cannot be routed to the VAKOLA SANTACRUZ EAST branch electronically.

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Vakola Santacruz East branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC HDFC0010882 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

How to transfer money using IFSC HDFC0010882

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 HDFC0010882 across all three.

NEFT to HDFC Bank, VAKOLA SANTACRUZ EAST using IFSC HDFC0010882

National Electronic Funds Transfer is the simplest way to move money into an account at this branch. NEFT works around the clock, including Sundays and public holidays, and settles in half-hourly batches.

To send funds, add the recipient as a beneficiary in your bank's online portal, key in the account number, paste the IFSC HDFC0010882, and confirm that the system picks up HDFC Bank – VAKOLA SANTACRUZ EAST. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

Real-Time Gross Settlement to VAKOLA SANTACRUZ EAST

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at HDFC Bank's VAKOLA SANTACRUZ EAST branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC HDFC0010882 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

Send money instantly through IMPS

For a real-time, anytime transfer to HDFC Bank – VAKOLA SANTACRUZ EAST, use IMPS. With IFSC HDFC0010882 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 Vakola Santacruz East

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 HDFC0010882:

• 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 VAKOLA SANTACRUZ EAST is still linked to IFSC HDFC0010882.

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 HDFC0010882

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 – VAKOLA SANTACRUZ EAST is still mapped to IFSC HDFC0010882. 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 HDFC0010882 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Account types you can open at the Vakola Santacruz East branch

Once you have an account at HDFC Bank – VAKOLA SANTACRUZ EAST, the IFSC HDFC0010882 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 Vakola Santacruz East branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 1800-2026161.

• 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 HDFC0010882

Online banking and IFSC HDFC0010882

HDFC Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the VAKOLA SANTACRUZ EAST 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 HDFC0010882 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.

Reaching the branch

The Vakola Santacruz East branch sits at GRD FLOOR SUNRISE APARTMENT NEHRU ROAD VAKOLA SANTACRUZ EAST MUMBAI SUBURBAN MUMBAI MAHARASHTRA 400055. If you are travelling from outside Mumbai, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 1800-2026161 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 HDFC0010882 and your account number.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC HDFC0010882

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 HDFC Bank – VAKOLA SANTACRUZ EAST, 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: HDFC0010882.
• 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.

Branch banking hours and holidays

Indian bank branches typically operate from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday, and from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM on working Saturdays (usually the 1st, 3rd and 5th Saturdays). The Vakola Santacruz East branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC HDFC0010882, however, work 24x7.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC HDFC0010882 for HDFC Bank – VAKOLA SANTACRUZ EAST, 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.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code HDFC0010882 belongs to HDFC Bank's VAKOLA SANTACRUZ EAST branch, located at GRD FLOOR SUNRISE APARTMENT NEHRU ROAD VAKOLA SANTACRUZ EAST MUMBAI SUBURBAN… in MUMBAI, 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.