This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for IDFC First Bank Limited, KANKER BRANCH branch in KANKER. The 11-digit IFSC IDFB0061401 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 KANKER 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.
IFSC stands for Indian Financial System Code. It is an 11-character code that pinpoints a particular bank branch on the RBI's real-time payment rails. Every NEFT, RTGS or IMPS instruction must carry the destination branch's IFSC for the credit to land in the correct account.
In our case, IDFB0061401 is the IFSC of IDFC First Bank Limited's KANKER BRANCH branch. The format is fixed: IDFB = bank code, 0 = reserved, 061401 = branch identifier.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | IDFC First Bank Limited |
|---|---|
| Branch | Kanker Branch |
| IFSC Code | IDFB0061401 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | UPPER GROUND FLOOR,KANKER CITY CENTER,SHOP NO.-29/1,30/1,31/1,50/1,51/1,52/1,54,55, MAIN ROAD KANER,ADHAN NAGAR,CHHATISGARH-494334,TOLL FREE NO 18602582000 |
| City | Kanker |
| District | Uttar Bastar Kanker |
| State | Chhattisgarh |
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 Kanker Branch branch in Kanker, Chhattisgarh is part of this network and uses the IFSC code IDFB0061401 for all electronic settlement.
Kanker Branch branch overview
Located at UPPER GROUND FLOOR,KANKER CITY CENTER,SHOP NO.-29/1,30/1,31/1,50/1,51/1,52/1,54,55, MAIN ROAD KANER,ADHAN NAGAR,CHHATISGARH-494334,TOLL FREE NO 18602582000, the Kanker 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 IDFB0061401 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 IDFC First Bank Limited's KANKER BRANCH branch came to be assigned the code IDFB0061401.
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 IDFB0061401, money simply cannot be routed to the KANKER BRANCH branch electronically.
How to transfer money using IFSC IDFB0061401
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 IDFB0061401 across all three.
NEFT to IDFC First Bank Limited, KANKER BRANCH using IFSC IDFB0061401
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 IDFB0061401, and confirm that the system picks up IDFC First Bank Limited – KANKER BRANCH. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC IDFB0061401
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 – KANKER BRANCH, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC IDFB0061401 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
IMPS to IDFC First Bank Limited KANKER BRANCH (IFSC IDFB0061401)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC IDFB0061401 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the KANKER BRANCH branch account within seconds.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Kanker 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 IDFB0061401:
- 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 KANKER BRANCH is still linked to IFSC IDFB0061401.
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 IDFC First Bank Limited's KANKER BRANCH branch, the IFSC IDFB0061401 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.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Kanker Branch branch is mapped to IFSC IDFB0061401 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 IDFB0061401.
Banking services available
The Kanker Branch branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on the branch contact number.
- 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 IDFB0061401
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 IDFB0061401 and the account number together uniquely identify the Kanker Branch branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
Online banking and IFSC IDFB0061401
IDFC First Bank Limited customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the KANKER 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 IDFB0061401 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 IDFB0061401
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 – KANKER 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:
IDFB0061401. - 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 Kanker Branch branch
The branch is located at UPPER GROUND FLOOR,KANKER CITY CENTER,SHOP NO.-29/1,30/1,31/1,50/1,51/1,52/1,54,55, MAIN ROAD KANER,ADHAN NAGAR,CHHATISGARH-494334,TOLL FREE NO 18602582000, which puts it inside Kanker, the broader Uttar Bastar Kanker district, and the state of Chhattisgarh. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “IDFC First Bank Limited Kanker Branch branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC IDFB0061401 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling the branch contact number 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 IDFB0061401 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC IDFB0061401 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 IDFB0061401 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on the branch contact number.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Working hours
Branch counters at Kanker 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 IDFB0061401 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
IDFC First Bank LimitedKanker Branch Branch
UPPER GROUND FLOOR,KANKER CITY CENTER,SHOP NO.-29/1,30/1,31/1,50/1,51/1,52/1,54,55, MAIN ROAD KANER,ADHAN NAGAR,CHHATISGARH-494334,TOLL FREE NO 18602582000
Kanker, Chhattisgarh
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: IDFB0061401
Frequently asked questions
Is IFSC IDFB0061401 the same for all accounts at Kanker Branch branch?
Yes. The IFSC IDFB0061401 is shared by every account held at IDFC First Bank Limited's Kanker Branch branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Where is IDFC First Bank Limited Kanker Branch branch located?
IDFC First Bank Limited's Kanker Branch branch is located at UPPER GROUND FLOOR,KANKER CITY CENTER,SHOP NO.-29/1,30/1,31/1,50/1,51/1,52/1,54,55, MAIN ROAD KANER,ADHAN NAGAR,CHHATISGARH-494334,TOLL FREE NO 18602582000, Kanker, Chhattisgarh.
Does IDFC First Bank Limited Kanker Branch branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on the branch contact number to confirm.
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 Kanker Branch branch but serve different purposes.
What is the phone number of IDFC First Bank Limited Kanker Branch branch?
You can reach the branch at the branch contact number during regular banking hours.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using IDFB0061401 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to IDFC First Bank Limited – Kanker Branch reflect within 30 minutes.
Summary
The IFSC code IDFB0061401 belongs to IDFC First Bank Limited's KANKER BRANCH branch, located at UPPER GROUND FLOOR,KANKER CITY CENTER,SHOP… in KANKER, CHHATTISGARH. 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.
