IFSC Code of Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited, Bagh E Mehtab Srinagar Branch, Jammu and Kashmir

This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited, BAGH E MEHTAB SRINAGAR branch in SRINAGAR. The 11-digit IFSC JAKA0MEHTAB 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 Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited at the BAGH E MEHTAB SRINAGAR 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 Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited – BAGH E MEHTAB SRINAGAR is JAKA0MEHTAB. The first four letters JAKA are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters MEHTAB map to this branch in SRINAGAR, JAMMU AND KASHMIR.

About Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited

Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Bagh E Mehtab Srinagar branch in Srinagar. 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, JAKA0MEHTAB.

About this branch

The branch is located at BAGH-E-MEHTAB. It serves the Srinagar region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited. The IFSC JAKA0MEHTAB is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.

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 Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited's BAGH E MEHTAB SRINAGAR branch came to be assigned the code JAKA0MEHTAB.

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 JAKA0MEHTAB, money simply cannot be routed to the BAGH E MEHTAB SRINAGAR branch electronically.

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Bagh E Mehtab Srinagar branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC JAKA0MEHTAB for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

How to transfer money using IFSC JAKA0MEHTAB

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 JAKA0MEHTAB across all three.

NEFT to Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited, BAGH E MEHTAB SRINAGAR using IFSC JAKA0MEHTAB

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 JAKA0MEHTAB, and confirm that the system picks up Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited – BAGH E MEHTAB SRINAGAR. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

Real-Time Gross Settlement to BAGH E MEHTAB SRINAGAR

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited's BAGH E MEHTAB SRINAGAR branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC JAKA0MEHTAB while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

Send money instantly through IMPS

For a real-time, anytime transfer to Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited – BAGH E MEHTAB SRINAGAR, use IMPS. With IFSC JAKA0MEHTAB and the beneficiary's account number you can move up to ₹5 lakh per transaction with instant credit, any day of the year.

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

All three modes accept the IFSC JAKA0MEHTAB for Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited – BAGH E MEHTAB SRINAGAR, 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 Bagh E Mehtab Srinagar 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 JAKA0MEHTAB

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 Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited – BAGH E MEHTAB SRINAGAR is still mapped to IFSC JAKA0MEHTAB. 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 JAKA0MEHTAB and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Bagh E Mehtab Srinagar branch is mapped to IFSC JAKA0MEHTAB on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of Jammu and Kashmir 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 JAKA0MEHTAB.

Banking services available

The Bagh E Mehtab Srinagar branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 194-2440493.

• 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 JAKA0MEHTAB

Digital banking channels

Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Bagh E Mehtab Srinagar 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 JAKA0MEHTAB 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 Bagh E Mehtab Srinagar branch

The branch is located at BAGH-E-MEHTAB, which puts it inside Srinagar, the broader Srinagar district, and the state of Jammu and Kashmir. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited Bagh E Mehtab Srinagar branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC JAKA0MEHTAB should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 194-2440493 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 JAKA0MEHTAB and your account number.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC JAKA0MEHTAB

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 Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited – BAGH E MEHTAB SRINAGAR, 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: JAKA0MEHTAB.
• 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 Bagh E Mehtab Srinagar branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC JAKA0MEHTAB, however, work 24x7.

Verifying IFSC JAKA0MEHTAB 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 JAKA0MEHTAB by:

• Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
• Opening the passbook's first page.
• Calling the branch directly on 194-2440493.
• Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Final notes

To recap: JAKA0MEHTAB is the IFSC code of Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited, BAGH E MEHTAB SRINAGAR branch, in SRINAGAR, JAMMU AND KASHMIR. 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.