IFSC Code of IDFC First Bank Limited, Gokak Branch Branch, Karnataka

Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to IDFC First Bank Limited's GOKAK BRANCH branch in GOKAK, KARNATAKA. The branch's IFSC code IDFB0080252 is the key identifier you need whenever a remitter, employer or biller asks for a bank routing number to send funds to an account held at this branch. We have also included the branch's postal address, telephone number, banking hours, common services, and an extensive FAQ block that should answer almost every question that comes up when you are about to add this branch as a beneficiary in your net-banking app for the first time.

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 IDFC First Bank Limited – GOKAK BRANCH is IDFB0080252. The first four letters IDFB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 080252 map to this branch in GOKAK, KARNATAKA.

About the bank

IDFC First Bank Limited serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Gokak Branch branch in Gokak, Karnataka is part of this network and uses the IFSC code IDFB0080252 for all electronic settlement.

Gokak Branch branch overview

Located at GROUND FLOOR & FIRST FLOOR, ASSESSMENT NO.2982, PID NO.26-2-9-41, BAFNA CHOWK, RAVIWARPETH , GOKAK, KARNATAKA - 591307, the Gokak 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 IDFB0080252 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.

Branch details at a glance

Why every IDFC First Bank Limited 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 GOKAK BRANCH of IDFC First Bank Limited — its own 11-character IFSC. The code IDFB0080252 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 IDFB0080252 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.

MICR code & cheque clearing

Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by IDFC First Bank Limited carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC IDFB0080252 and the account number together uniquely identify the Gokak Branch branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.

How to transfer money using IFSC IDFB0080252

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 IDFB0080252 across all three.

How to use IFSC IDFB0080252 for an NEFT transfer

NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to IDFC First Bank Limited's GOKAK 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).

1. Log in to your internet banking or mobile banking app.
2. Choose Add Beneficiary and select NEFT / Other Bank.
3. Enter the beneficiary name, account number and the IFSC IDFB0080252.
4. Confirm the bank name auto-populates as IDFC First Bank Limited and the branch as GOKAK BRANCH.
5. Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC IDFB0080252

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 IDFC First Bank Limited – GOKAK BRANCH, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC IDFB0080252 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

IMPS to IDFC First Bank Limited GOKAK BRANCH (IFSC IDFB0080252)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC IDFB0080252 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the GOKAK BRANCH branch account within seconds.

NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?

All three modes accept the IFSC IDFB0080252 for IDFC First Bank Limited – GOKAK BRANCH, 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 Gokak Branch 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 IDFB0080252

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 IDFC First Bank Limited – GOKAK BRANCH is still mapped to IFSC IDFB0080252. 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 IDFB0080252 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Gokak Branch branch is mapped to IFSC IDFB0080252 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of IDFC First Bank Limited, 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 IDFB0080252.

Banking services available

The Gokak Branch branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 0.

• 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 IDFB0080252

Online banking and IFSC IDFB0080252

IDFC First Bank Limited customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the GOKAK 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 IDFB0080252 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 Gokak Branch branch

The branch is located at GROUND FLOOR & FIRST FLOOR, ASSESSMENT NO.2982, PID NO.26-2-9-41, BAFNA CHOWK, RAVIWARPETH , GOKAK, KARNATAKA - 591307, which puts it inside Gokak, the broader Belgaum district, and the state of Karnataka. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “IDFC First Bank Limited Gokak Branch branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC IDFB0080252 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 0 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 IDFB0080252 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 IDFC First Bank Limited – GOKAK BRANCH:

• The IFSC is exactly IDFB0080252 with no extra spaces.
• The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
• The portal auto-fills IDFC First Bank Limited as the bank name and GOKAK BRANCH 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 Gokak Branch 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 IDFB0080252 continue to work without interruption.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC IDFB0080252 for IDFC First Bank Limited – GOKAK BRANCH, 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 IDFB0080252 belongs to IDFC First Bank Limited's GOKAK BRANCH branch, located at GROUND FLOOR & FIRST FLOOR, ASSESSMENT NO.2982, PID NO.26-2-9-41, BAFNA CHOWK,… in GOKAK, KARNATAKA. 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.