This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for HDFC Bank, JAMAL ROAD BRANCH branch in PATNA. The 11-digit IFSC HDFC0004981 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 HDFC Bank at the JAMAL ROAD BRANCH 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.
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 JAMAL ROAD BRANCH branch, the IFSC HDFC0004981 breaks down as follows: HDFC identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 004981 identifies this particular branch.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | HDFC Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Jamal Road Branch |
| IFSC Code | HDFC0004981 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | PLOT NO 651 JAMAL ROAD PATNA BIHAR |
| City | Patna |
| District | Patna |
| State | Bihar |
| STD Code | 91 |
| Phone | 8602666161 |
Bank profile
HDFC Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Jamal Road Branch branch — IFSC HDFC0004981 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Patna, Bihar.
Jamal Road Branch branch overview
Located at PLOT NO 651 JAMAL ROAD PATNA BIHAR, the Jamal Road Branch branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC HDFC0004981 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 HDFC Bank's JAMAL ROAD BRANCH branch came to be assigned the code HDFC0004981.
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 HDFC0004981, money simply cannot be routed to the JAMAL ROAD BRANCH branch electronically.
How to transfer money using IFSC HDFC0004981
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 HDFC0004981 across all three.
How to use IFSC HDFC0004981 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to HDFC Bank's JAMAL ROAD BRANCH 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 HDFC0004981.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as HDFC Bank and the branch as JAMAL ROAD BRANCH.
- 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 JAMAL ROAD BRANCH
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at HDFC Bank's JAMAL ROAD BRANCH branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC HDFC0004981 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 – JAMAL ROAD BRANCH, use IMPS. With IFSC HDFC0004981 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 Jamal Road Branch
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 HDFC0004981:
- 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 JAMAL ROAD BRANCH is still linked to IFSC HDFC0004981.
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 HDFC0004981
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 – JAMAL ROAD BRANCH is still mapped to IFSC HDFC0004981. 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 HDFC0004981 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Jamal Road Branch branch is mapped to IFSC HDFC0004981 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of HDFC 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 HDFC0004981.
Banking services available
The Jamal Road Branch 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 HDFC0004981
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 HDFC0004981 and the account number together uniquely identify the Jamal Road Branch branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
Online banking and IFSC HDFC0004981
HDFC Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the JAMAL ROAD BRANCH 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 HDFC0004981 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 HDFC0004981
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 – JAMAL ROAD BRANCH, 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:
HDFC0004981. - 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 Jamal Road Branch branch
The branch is located at PLOT NO 651 JAMAL ROAD PATNA BIHAR, which puts it inside Patna, the broader Patna district, and the state of Bihar. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “HDFC Bank Jamal Road Branch branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC HDFC0004981 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 91-8602666161 before stepping out, especially around public holidays.
- 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 HDFC0004981 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC HDFC0004981 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 HDFC0004981 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.
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 Jamal Road Branch branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC HDFC0004981, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
HDFC BankJamal Road Branch Branch
PLOT NO 651 JAMAL ROAD PATNA BIHAR
Patna, Bihar
Phone: 91-8602666161
IFSC: HDFC0004981
Frequently asked questions
Is IFSC HDFC0004981 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC HDFC0004981 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Can I use IFSC HDFC0004981 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC HDFC0004981 to send funds instantly.
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 Jamal Road Branch branch but serve different purposes.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using HDFC0004981 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to HDFC Bank – Jamal Road Branch reflect within 30 minutes.
What is the phone number of HDFC Bank Jamal Road Branch branch?
You can reach the branch at 91-8602666161 during regular banking hours.
How do I add HDFC Bank Jamal Road Branch as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC HDFC0004981, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Does HDFC Bank Jamal Road Branch branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 91-8602666161 to confirm.
Summary
The IFSC code HDFC0004981 belongs to HDFC Bank's JAMAL ROAD BRANCH branch, located at PLOT NO 651 JAMAL ROAD PATNA BIHAR in PATNA, BIHAR. 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.


