IFSC Code of IDFC First Bank Limited, Janakpuri Branch Branch, Delhi

This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for IDFC First Bank Limited, JANAKPURI BRANCH branch in JANAKPURI. The 11-digit IFSC IDFB0020128 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 IDFC First Bank Limited at the JANAKPURI 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 IDFC First Bank Limited's JANAKPURI BRANCH branch, the IFSC IDFB0020128 breaks down as follows: IDFB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 020128 identifies this particular branch.

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 Janakpuri Branch branch in Janakpuri, Delhi is part of this network and uses the IFSC code IDFB0020128 for all electronic settlement.

Janakpuri Branch branch overview

Located at GROUND FLOOR, B-1-515 JANAKPURI, NEW DELHI - 110058, the Janakpuri 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 IDFB0020128 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 IDFC First Bank Limited's JANAKPURI BRANCH branch came to be assigned the code IDFB0020128.

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 IDFB0020128, money simply cannot be routed to the JANAKPURI BRANCH branch electronically.

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 IDFB0020128 and the account number together uniquely identify the Janakpuri 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 IDFB0020128

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 IDFB0020128 across all three.

NEFT to IDFC First Bank Limited, JANAKPURI BRANCH using IFSC IDFB0020128

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 IDFB0020128, and confirm that the system picks up IDFC First Bank Limited – JANAKPURI BRANCH. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC IDFB0020128

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 – JANAKPURI BRANCH, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC IDFB0020128 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

IMPS to IDFC First Bank Limited JANAKPURI BRANCH (IFSC IDFB0020128)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC IDFB0020128 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the JANAKPURI BRANCH branch account within seconds.

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

All three modes accept the IFSC IDFB0020128 for IDFC First Bank Limited – JANAKPURI 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 Janakpuri 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 IDFB0020128

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 – JANAKPURI BRANCH is still mapped to IFSC IDFB0020128. 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 IDFB0020128 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Janakpuri Branch branch is mapped to IFSC IDFB0020128 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 IDFB0020128.

Products and services

Customers walking into the Janakpuri Branch branch can access most of IDFC First Bank Limited'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 IDFB0020128

Digital banking channels

Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Janakpuri Branch branch counter can now be completed digitally — adding a beneficiary, transferring funds, applying for a fixed deposit, raising a service request or downloading account statements. The IFSC IDFB0020128 is the link between the digital channel and the branch ledger; once a transaction is confirmed, the credit or debit is reflected in the same core banking system that the branch officers see.

How to reach the Janakpuri Branch branch

The branch is located at GROUND FLOOR, B-1-515 JANAKPURI, NEW DELHI - 110058, which puts it inside Janakpuri, the broader West Delhi district, and the state of Delhi. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “IDFC First Bank Limited Janakpuri Branch branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC IDFB0020128 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 9205988246 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 IDFB0020128 and your account number.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC IDFB0020128

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 IDFC First Bank Limited – JANAKPURI 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: IDFB0020128.
• 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 Janakpuri Branch branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC IDFB0020128, however, work 24x7.

Verifying IFSC IDFB0020128 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 IDFB0020128 by:

• Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
• Opening the passbook's first page.
• Calling the branch directly on 9205988246.
• Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Final notes

To recap: IDFB0020128 is the IFSC code of IDFC First Bank Limited, JANAKPURI BRANCH branch, in JANAKPURI, DELHI. 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.