Below are the complete branch details for HDFC Bank, GHANTAGHAR KATNI branch, located in MURWARA KATNI, MADHYA PRADESH. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is HDFC0006237. Whether you want to transfer money, add a beneficiary, verify a cheque or simply confirm the branch address, you will find authentic, up-to-date information on this page that has been cross-checked against the bank's branch directory and the RBI's master list of participants in the National Electronic Funds Transfer system.
The IFSC code is one of the most frequently asked-for pieces of information when somebody wants to send you money or set up a recurring credit such as a salary, EMI auto-debit or supplier payment. Knowing exactly which IFSC belongs to your branch — in this case HDFC0006237 for HDFC Bank – GHANTAGHAR KATNI — saves you from rejected transfers, returned credits and the back-and-forth that follows them.
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 HDFC Bank's GHANTAGHAR KATNI branch, the IFSC HDFC0006237 breaks down as follows: HDFC identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 006237 identifies this particular branch.
About HDFC Bank
HDFC Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Ghantaghar Katni branch in Murwara Katni. 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, HDFC0006237.
About the Ghantaghar Katni branch
The Ghantaghar Katni branch of HDFC Bank is situated at GROUND FLOOR JALPA WARD GHANTA GHAR ROAD MURWARA KATNI MADHYA PRADESH 483501. 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 HDFC0006237 is used.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | HDFC Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Ghantaghar Katni |
| IFSC Code | HDFC0006237 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | GROUND FLOOR JALPA WARD GHANTA GHAR ROAD MURWARA KATNI MADHYA PRADESH 483501 |
| City | Murwara Katni |
| District | Katni |
| State | Madhya Pradesh |
| STD Code | 1800 |
| Phone | 2026161 |
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 GHANTAGHAR KATNI branch came to be assigned the code HDFC0006237.
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 HDFC0006237, money simply cannot be routed to the GHANTAGHAR KATNI branch electronically.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Ghantaghar Katni branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC HDFC0006237 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 HDFC0006237
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 HDFC0006237 across all three.
How to use IFSC HDFC0006237 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to HDFC Bank's GHANTAGHAR KATNI 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 HDFC0006237.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as HDFC Bank and the branch as GHANTAGHAR KATNI.
- 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 GHANTAGHAR KATNI
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at HDFC Bank's GHANTAGHAR KATNI branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC HDFC0006237 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 – GHANTAGHAR KATNI, use IMPS. With IFSC HDFC0006237 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 HDFC0006237 for HDFC Bank – GHANTAGHAR KATNI, 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 – HDFC0006237 | Yes – HDFC0006237 | Yes – HDFC0006237 |
For most retail customers crediting the Ghantaghar Katni 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 HDFC0006237
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 – GHANTAGHAR KATNI is still mapped to IFSC HDFC0006237. 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 HDFC0006237 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Account types you can open at the Ghantaghar Katni branch
Once you have an account at HDFC Bank – GHANTAGHAR KATNI, the IFSC HDFC0006237 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.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Ghantaghar Katni branch can access most of HDFC 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 HDFC0006237
Online banking and IFSC HDFC0006237
HDFC Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the GHANTAGHAR KATNI 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 HDFC0006237 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 Ghantaghar Katni branch sits at GROUND FLOOR JALPA WARD GHANTA GHAR ROAD MURWARA KATNI MADHYA PRADESH 483501. If you are travelling from outside Murwara Katni, 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 HDFC0006237 and your account number.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC HDFC0006237
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 – GHANTAGHAR KATNI, 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:
HDFC0006237. - 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 Ghantaghar Katni branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC HDFC0006237, however, work 24x7.
Verifying IFSC HDFC0006237 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 HDFC0006237 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 1800-2026161.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Branch address & contact
HDFC BankGhantaghar Katni Branch
GROUND FLOOR JALPA WARD GHANTA GHAR ROAD MURWARA KATNI MADHYA PRADESH 483501
Murwara Katni, Madhya Pradesh
Phone: 1800-2026161
IFSC: HDFC0006237
Frequently asked questions
How do I add HDFC Bank Ghantaghar Katni as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC HDFC0006237, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using HDFC0006237 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to HDFC Bank – Ghantaghar Katni reflect within 30 minutes.
What is the difference between IFSC and MICR code?
IFSC is an 11-character alphanumeric code used for online transfers, while MICR is a 9-digit numeric code printed on cheques and used by cheque-clearing machines. Both identify the Ghantaghar Katni branch but serve different purposes.
What is the phone number of HDFC Bank Ghantaghar Katni branch?
You can reach the branch at 1800-2026161 during regular banking hours.
Can I use IFSC HDFC0006237 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC HDFC0006237 to send funds instantly.
What is the IFSC code of HDFC Bank Ghantaghar Katni branch?
The IFSC code of HDFC Bank, Ghantaghar Katni branch is HDFC0006237. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Final notes
To recap: HDFC0006237 is the IFSC code of HDFC Bank, GHANTAGHAR KATNI branch, in MURWARA KATNI, MADHYA PRADESH. 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.
