Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Jana Small Finance Bank Limited's MUZAFFARPUR branch in MUZAFFARPUR, BIHAR. The branch's IFSC code JSFB0004505 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.
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 Jana Small Finance Bank Limited – MUZAFFARPUR is JSFB0004505. The first four letters JSFB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 004505 map to this branch in MUZAFFARPUR, BIHAR.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Jana Small Finance Bank Limited |
|---|---|
| Branch | Muzaffarpur |
| IFSC Code | JSFB0004505 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | YAMUNA COMPLEX, GROUND FLOOR, MITHANPURA CHOWK MUZAFFARPUR, PIN 842002 |
| City | Muzaffarpur |
| District | Muzaffarpur |
| State | Bihar |
About Jana Small Finance Bank Limited
Jana Small Finance Bank Limited operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Muzaffarpur branch in Muzaffarpur. 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, JSFB0004505.
About the Muzaffarpur branch
The Muzaffarpur branch of Jana Small Finance Bank Limited is situated at YAMUNA COMPLEX, GROUND FLOOR, MITHANPURA CHOWK MUZAFFARPUR, PIN 842002. 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 JSFB0004505 is used.
Why every Jana Small Finance 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 MUZAFFARPUR of Jana Small Finance Bank Limited — its own 11-character IFSC. The code JSFB0004505 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 JSFB0004505 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 JSFB0004505
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 JSFB0004505 across all three.
NEFT to Jana Small Finance Bank Limited, MUZAFFARPUR using IFSC JSFB0004505
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 JSFB0004505, and confirm that the system picks up Jana Small Finance Bank Limited – MUZAFFARPUR. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to MUZAFFARPUR
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Jana Small Finance Bank Limited's MUZAFFARPUR branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC JSFB0004505 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Jana Small Finance Bank Limited – MUZAFFARPUR, use IMPS. With IFSC JSFB0004505 and the beneficiary's account number you can move up to ₹5 lakh per transaction with instant credit, any day of the year.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Muzaffarpur
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 JSFB0004505:
- 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 MUZAFFARPUR is still linked to IFSC JSFB0004505.
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.
UPI payments and IFSC JSFB0004505
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 Jana Small Finance Bank Limited – MUZAFFARPUR is still mapped to IFSC JSFB0004505. 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 JSFB0004505 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Account types you can open at the Muzaffarpur branch
Once you have an account at Jana Small Finance Bank Limited – MUZAFFARPUR, the IFSC JSFB0004505 stays the same regardless of the type of account you hold. The branch typically supports the following options:
- Savings account — for individuals, with chequebook, ATM card and net-banking access.
- Current account — for sole proprietors, partnerships and companies that need higher transaction volumes.
- Salary account — opened in bulk for corporate employees, often with zero-balance benefits.
- NRE / NRO accounts — for non-resident Indians who want to repatriate or maintain rupee balances in India.
- Fixed deposit and recurring deposit — term-based investment accounts with quarterly or cumulative interest.
- Senior citizen accounts — concessional minimum balance and a small interest rate premium on FDs.
- Minor and student accounts — operated jointly with a guardian until the customer turns 18.
Eligibility, minimum balance and KYC requirements vary by product. Speak to a relationship officer at the branch for the latest schedule of charges and interest rates.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Muzaffarpur branch can access most of Jana Small Finance 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 JSFB0004505
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Muzaffarpur branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC JSFB0004505 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.
Online banking and IFSC JSFB0004505
Jana Small Finance Bank Limited customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the MUZAFFARPUR 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 JSFB0004505 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.
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 Jana Small Finance Bank Limited – MUZAFFARPUR:
- The IFSC is exactly JSFB0004505 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills Jana Small Finance Bank Limited as the bank name and MUZAFFARPUR 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.
How to reach the Muzaffarpur branch
The branch is located at YAMUNA COMPLEX, GROUND FLOOR, MITHANPURA CHOWK MUZAFFARPUR, PIN 842002, which puts it inside Muzaffarpur, the broader Muzaffarpur district, and the state of Bihar. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Jana Small Finance Bank Limited Muzaffarpur branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC JSFB0004505 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 JSFB0004505 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC JSFB0004505 for Jana Small Finance Bank Limited – MUZAFFARPUR, 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 Muzaffarpur 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 JSFB0004505 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Jana Small Finance Bank LimitedMuzaffarpur Branch
YAMUNA COMPLEX, GROUND FLOOR, MITHANPURA CHOWK MUZAFFARPUR, PIN 842002
Muzaffarpur, Bihar
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: JSFB0004505
Frequently asked questions
What is the phone number of Jana Small Finance Bank Limited Muzaffarpur branch?
You can reach the branch at the branch contact number during regular banking hours.
Does Jana Small Finance Bank Limited Muzaffarpur branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on the branch contact number to confirm.
How do I add Jana Small Finance Bank Limited Muzaffarpur as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC JSFB0004505, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Is IFSC JSFB0004505 the same for all accounts at Muzaffarpur branch?
Yes. The IFSC JSFB0004505 is shared by every account held at Jana Small Finance Bank Limited's Muzaffarpur branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using JSFB0004505 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Jana Small Finance Bank Limited – Muzaffarpur reflect within 30 minutes.
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 Muzaffarpur branch but serve different purposes.
Final notes
To recap: JSFB0004505 is the IFSC code of Jana Small Finance Bank Limited, MUZAFFARPUR branch, in MUZAFFARPUR, BIHAR. 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.


