IFSC Code of Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited, SSI Lal Chowk Srinagr Branch, Jammu and Kashmir

This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited, SSI LAL CHOWK SRINAGR branch in SRINAGAR. The 11-digit IFSC JAKA0SSISGR 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 SSI LAL CHOWK SRINAGR 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 Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited's SSI LAL CHOWK SRINAGR branch, the IFSC JAKA0SSISGR breaks down as follows: JAKA identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and SSISGR identifies this particular branch.

Branch details at a glance

About the bank

Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its SSI Lal Chowk Srinagr branch in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir is part of this network and uses the IFSC code JAKA0SSISGR for all electronic settlement.

About the SSI Lal Chowk Srinagr branch

The SSI Lal Chowk Srinagr branch of Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited is situated at NEAR GANTA GHAR. 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 JAKA0SSISGR is used.

Why every Jammu and Kashmir 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 SSI LAL CHOWK SRINAGR of Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited — its own 11-character IFSC. The code JAKA0SSISGR 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 JAKA0SSISGR the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.

How to transfer money using IFSC JAKA0SSISGR

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 JAKA0SSISGR across all three.

NEFT to Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited, SSI LAL CHOWK SRINAGR using IFSC JAKA0SSISGR

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 JAKA0SSISGR, and confirm that the system picks up Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited – SSI LAL CHOWK SRINAGR. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

Real-Time Gross Settlement to SSI LAL CHOWK SRINAGR

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited's SSI LAL CHOWK SRINAGR branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC JAKA0SSISGR 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 – SSI LAL CHOWK SRINAGR, use IMPS. With IFSC JAKA0SSISGR 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 JAKA0SSISGR for Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited – SSI LAL CHOWK SRINAGR, 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 SSI Lal Chowk Srinagr 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.

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 Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited's SSI LAL CHOWK SRINAGR branch, the IFSC JAKA0SSISGR 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 SSI Lal Chowk Srinagr branch is mapped to IFSC JAKA0SSISGR 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 JAKA0SSISGR.

Banking services available

The SSI Lal Chowk Srinagr branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 194-2459279.

• 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 JAKA0SSISGR

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the SSI Lal Chowk Srinagr branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC JAKA0SSISGR for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

Digital banking channels

Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the SSI Lal Chowk Srinagr 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 JAKA0SSISGR 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.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC JAKA0SSISGR

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 – SSI LAL CHOWK SRINAGR, 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: JAKA0SSISGR.
• 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 SSI Lal Chowk Srinagr branch

The branch is located at NEAR GANTA GHAR, 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 SSI Lal Chowk Srinagr branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC JAKA0SSISGR should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 194-2459279 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 JAKA0SSISGR and your account number.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC JAKA0SSISGR for Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited – SSI LAL CHOWK SRINAGR, 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 SSI Lal Chowk Srinagr 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 JAKA0SSISGR continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Final notes

To recap: JAKA0SSISGR is the IFSC code of Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited, SSI LAL CHOWK SRINAGR 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.