Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Indian Bank's SARDAR SHAHAR branch in SARDAR SHAHAR, RAJASTHAN. The branch's IFSC code IDIB000S579 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.
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, IDIB000S579 is the IFSC of Indian Bank's SARDAR SHAHAR branch. The format is fixed: IDIB = bank code, 0 = reserved, 00S579 = branch identifier.
Bank profile
Indian Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Sardar Shahar branch — IFSC IDIB000S579 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Sardar Shahar, Rajasthan.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Indian Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Sardar Shahar |
| IFSC Code | IDIB000S579 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | DAGA BHAWAN DAK GALI SARDAR SHAHAR SARDAR SHAHAR PIN 331403 |
| City | Sardar Shahar |
| District | Churu |
| State | Rajasthan |
| STD Code | 91 |
| Phone | 9478718977 |
About the Sardar Shahar branch
The Sardar Shahar branch of Indian Bank is situated at DAGA BHAWAN DAK GALI SARDAR SHAHAR SARDAR SHAHAR PIN 331403. Customers visiting this branch can complete cash deposits, withdrawals, demand draft requests, cheque clearing, passbook updates and KYC formalities. For online transactions to or from this branch, the IFSC code IDIB000S579 is used.
Why every Indian Bank 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 SARDAR SHAHAR of Indian Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code IDIB000S579 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 IDIB000S579 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Sardar Shahar branch is mapped to IFSC IDIB000S579 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of Indian 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 IDIB000S579.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Sardar Shahar branch can access most of Indian Bank'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 IDIB000S579
How to transfer money using IFSC IDIB000S579
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 IDIB000S579 across all three.
NEFT to Indian Bank, SARDAR SHAHAR using IFSC IDIB000S579
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 IDIB000S579, and confirm that the system picks up Indian Bank – SARDAR SHAHAR. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC IDIB000S579
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 Indian Bank – SARDAR SHAHAR, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC IDIB000S579 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
IMPS to Indian Bank SARDAR SHAHAR (IFSC IDIB000S579)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC IDIB000S579 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the SARDAR SHAHAR branch account within seconds.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Sardar Shahar
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 IDIB000S579:
- 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 SARDAR SHAHAR is still linked to IFSC IDIB000S579.
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 Indian Bank's SARDAR SHAHAR branch, the IFSC IDIB000S579 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.
Online banking and IFSC IDIB000S579
Indian Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the SARDAR SHAHAR 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 IDIB000S579 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.
MICR code & cheque clearing
Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by Indian Bank carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC IDIB000S579 and the account number together uniquely identify the Sardar Shahar branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
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 Indian Bank – SARDAR SHAHAR:
- The IFSC is exactly IDIB000S579 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills Indian Bank as the bank name and SARDAR SHAHAR 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.
Reaching the branch
The Sardar Shahar branch sits at DAGA BHAWAN DAK GALI SARDAR SHAHAR SARDAR SHAHAR PIN 331403. If you are travelling from outside Sardar Shahar, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 91-9478718977 to ask for landmarks. Many customers find it easier to skip the trip altogether: net banking, mobile apps, NEFT, RTGS, IMPS and UPI all work using the IFSC IDIB000S579 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC IDIB000S579 for Indian Bank – SARDAR SHAHAR, 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.
Working hours
Branch counters at Sardar Shahar 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 IDIB000S579 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Indian BankSardar Shahar Branch
DAGA BHAWAN DAK GALI SARDAR SHAHAR SARDAR SHAHAR PIN 331403
Sardar Shahar, Rajasthan
Phone: 91-9478718977
IFSC: IDIB000S579
Frequently asked questions
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using IDIB000S579 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Indian Bank – Sardar Shahar reflect within 30 minutes.
What is the IFSC code of Indian Bank Sardar Shahar branch?
The IFSC code of Indian Bank, Sardar Shahar branch is IDIB000S579. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Is IFSC IDIB000S579 the same for all accounts at Sardar Shahar branch?
Yes. The IFSC IDIB000S579 is shared by every account held at Indian Bank's Sardar Shahar branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Can I use IFSC IDIB000S579 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC IDIB000S579 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 Sardar Shahar branch but serve different purposes.
What is the phone number of Indian Bank Sardar Shahar branch?
You can reach the branch at 91-9478718977 during regular banking hours.
Summary
The IFSC code IDIB000S579 belongs to Indian Bank's SARDAR SHAHAR branch, located at DAGA BHAWAN DAK GALI SARDAR SHAHAR SARDAR SHAHAR PIN 331403 in SARDAR SHAHAR, RAJASTHAN. 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.


