IFSC Code of IDBI Bank, Almora Branch, Uttarakhand

This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for IDBI Bank, ALMORA branch in ALMORA. The 11-digit IFSC IBKL0000415 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 IDBI Bank at the ALMORA 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.

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 IDBI Bank – ALMORA is IBKL0000415. The first four letters IBKL are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 000415 map to this branch in ALMORA, UTTARAKHAND.

About IDBI Bank

IDBI Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Almora branch in Almora. 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, IBKL0000415.

Almora branch overview

Located at FIRST FLOOR,HOTEL KONARK,THE MALL , ALMORAPIN 263601, the Almora branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC IBKL0000415 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.

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 IDBI Bank's ALMORA branch came to be assigned the code IBKL0000415.

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 IBKL0000415, money simply cannot be routed to the ALMORA branch electronically.

MICR code & cheque clearing

Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by IDBI Bank carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC IBKL0000415 and the account number together uniquely identify the Almora branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.

How to transfer money using IFSC IBKL0000415

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 IBKL0000415 across all three.

NEFT to IDBI Bank, ALMORA using IFSC IBKL0000415

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 IBKL0000415, and confirm that the system picks up IDBI Bank – ALMORA. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC IBKL0000415

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 IDBI Bank – ALMORA, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC IBKL0000415 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

Send money instantly through IMPS

For a real-time, anytime transfer to IDBI Bank – ALMORA, use IMPS. With IFSC IBKL0000415 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 Almora

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 IBKL0000415:

• 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 ALMORA is still linked to IFSC IBKL0000415.

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.

How UPI relates to the IFSC code

UPI lets you pay using a short Virtual Payment Address instead of typing the IFSC every time, but behind the scenes every UPI mandate is mapped to an account number plus an IFSC. For accounts at IDBI Bank's ALMORA branch, the IFSC IBKL0000415 is what the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) uses to route the credit when you tap Pay on a UPI app.

That is why, even in the UPI era, it is still worth knowing the IFSC of your home branch — for failed UPI mandates, e-mandate set-ups, third-party platform onboarding and salary or refund credits.

Account types you can open at the Almora branch

Once you have an account at IDBI Bank – ALMORA, the IFSC IBKL0000415 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 Almora branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 91-8191916491.

• 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 IBKL0000415

Online banking and IFSC IBKL0000415

IDBI Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the ALMORA 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 IBKL0000415 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.

How to reach the Almora branch

The branch is located at FIRST FLOOR,HOTEL KONARK,THE MALL , ALMORAPIN 263601, which puts it inside Almora, the broader Almora district, and the state of Uttarakhand. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “IDBI Bank Almora branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC IBKL0000415 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 91-8191916491 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 IBKL0000415 and your account number.

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 IDBI Bank – ALMORA:

• The IFSC is exactly IBKL0000415 with no extra spaces.
• The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
• The portal auto-fills IDBI Bank as the bank name and ALMORA 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.

Working hours

Branch counters at Almora 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 IBKL0000415 continue to work without interruption.

Verifying IFSC IBKL0000415 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 IBKL0000415 by:

• Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
• Opening the passbook's first page.
• Calling the branch directly on 91-8191916491.
• Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Final notes

To recap: IBKL0000415 is the IFSC code of IDBI Bank, ALMORA branch, in ALMORA, UTTARAKHAND. 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.