IFSC Code of HDFC Bank, Vartak Nagar - Maharashtra Branch, Maharashtra

If you are searching for the IFSC code of HDFC Bank, VARTAK NAGAR - MAHARASHTRA branch in MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is HDFC0000488. 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 VARTAK NAGAR - MAHARASHTRA branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC HDFC0000488 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 – VARTAK NAGAR - MAHARASHTRA is HDFC0000488. The first four letters HDFC are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 000488 map to this branch in MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA.

Branch details at a glance

About HDFC Bank

HDFC Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Vartak Nagar - Maharashtra branch in Mumbai. 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, HDFC0000488.

About the Vartak Nagar - Maharashtra branch

The Vartak Nagar - Maharashtra branch of HDFC Bank is situated at SHOP NO 1 - 6, DEV DAYA PARK, OPP. RAYMOND GATE, VARTAK NAGAR, MUMBAI, MAHARASTRA - 400606. 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 HDFC0000488 is used.

Why every HDFC Bank 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 VARTAK NAGAR - MAHARASHTRA of HDFC Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code HDFC0000488 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 HDFC0000488 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 HDFC0000488

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 HDFC0000488 across all three.

NEFT to HDFC Bank, VARTAK NAGAR - MAHARASHTRA using IFSC HDFC0000488

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 HDFC0000488, and confirm that the system picks up HDFC Bank – VARTAK NAGAR - MAHARASHTRA. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

Real-Time Gross Settlement to VARTAK NAGAR - MAHARASHTRA

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at HDFC Bank's VARTAK NAGAR - MAHARASHTRA branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC HDFC0000488 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 – VARTAK NAGAR - MAHARASHTRA, use IMPS. With IFSC HDFC0000488 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 HDFC0000488 for HDFC Bank – VARTAK NAGAR - MAHARASHTRA, 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 Vartak Nagar - Maharashtra 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 HDFC0000488

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 – VARTAK NAGAR - MAHARASHTRA is still mapped to IFSC HDFC0000488. 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 HDFC0000488 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Account types you can open at the Vartak Nagar - Maharashtra branch

Once you have an account at HDFC Bank – VARTAK NAGAR - MAHARASHTRA, the IFSC HDFC0000488 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 Vartak Nagar - Maharashtra branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 91-9890603333.

• 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 HDFC0000488

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Vartak Nagar - Maharashtra branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC HDFC0000488 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

Online banking and IFSC HDFC0000488

HDFC Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the VARTAK NAGAR - MAHARASHTRA 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 HDFC0000488 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 HDFC0000488

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 – VARTAK NAGAR - MAHARASHTRA, 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: HDFC0000488.
• 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 Vartak Nagar - Maharashtra branch

The branch is located at SHOP NO 1 - 6, DEV DAYA PARK, OPP. RAYMOND GATE, VARTAK NAGAR, MUMBAI, MAHARASTRA - 400606, which puts it inside Mumbai, the broader Greater Mumbai district, and the state of Maharashtra. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “HDFC Bank Vartak Nagar - Maharashtra branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC HDFC0000488 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 91-9890603333 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 HDFC0000488 and your account number.

Verifying IFSC HDFC0000488 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 HDFC0000488 by:

• Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
• Opening the passbook's first page.
• Calling the branch directly on 91-9890603333.
• Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.

Working hours

Branch counters at Vartak Nagar - Maharashtra 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 HDFC0000488 continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code HDFC0000488 belongs to HDFC Bank's VARTAK NAGAR - MAHARASHTRA branch, located at SHOP NO 1 - 6, DEV DAYA PARK, OPP. RAYMOND GATE, VARTAK NAGAR, MUMBAI,… 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.