IFSC Code of Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited, Defence Colony New Delhi Branch, Delhi

Below are the complete branch details for Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited, DEFENCE COLONY NEW DELHI branch, located in DELHI, DELHI. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is KKBK0004620. Whether you want to transfer money, add a beneficiary, verify a cheque or simply confirm the branch address, you will find authentic, up-to-date information on this page that has been cross-checked against the bank's branch directory and the RBI's master list of participants in the National Electronic Funds Transfer system.

The IFSC code is one of the most frequently asked-for pieces of information when somebody wants to send you money or set up a recurring credit such as a salary, EMI auto-debit or supplier payment. Knowing exactly which IFSC belongs to your branch — in this case KKBK0004620 for Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited – DEFENCE COLONY NEW DELHI — saves you from rejected transfers, returned credits and the back-and-forth that follows them.

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 Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited's DEFENCE COLONY NEW DELHI branch, the IFSC KKBK0004620 breaks down as follows: KKBK identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 004620 identifies this particular branch.

Branch details at a glance

Bank profile

Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Defence Colony New Delhi branch — IFSC KKBK0004620 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Delhi, Delhi.

About the Defence Colony New Delhi branch

The Defence Colony New Delhi branch of Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited is situated at A 266 BHISHMA PITAMAH MARG DEFENCE COLONY NEW DELHI 110 024. 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 KKBK0004620 is used.

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 Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited's DEFENCE COLONY NEW DELHI branch came to be assigned the code KKBK0004620.

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 KKBK0004620, money simply cannot be routed to the DEFENCE COLONY NEW DELHI branch electronically.

How to transfer money using IFSC KKBK0004620

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 KKBK0004620 across all three.

NEFT to Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited, DEFENCE COLONY NEW DELHI using IFSC KKBK0004620

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 KKBK0004620, and confirm that the system picks up Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited – DEFENCE COLONY NEW DELHI. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

Real-Time Gross Settlement to DEFENCE COLONY NEW DELHI

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited's DEFENCE COLONY NEW DELHI branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC KKBK0004620 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

Send money instantly through IMPS

For a real-time, anytime transfer to Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited – DEFENCE COLONY NEW DELHI, use IMPS. With IFSC KKBK0004620 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 KKBK0004620 for Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited – DEFENCE COLONY NEW DELHI, 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 Defence Colony New Delhi 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 Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited's DEFENCE COLONY NEW DELHI branch, the IFSC KKBK0004620 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.

Account types you can open at the Defence Colony New Delhi branch

Once you have an account at Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited – DEFENCE COLONY NEW DELHI, the IFSC KKBK0004620 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.

Banking services available

The Defence Colony New Delhi branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 1860-2662666.

• 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 KKBK0004620

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Defence Colony New Delhi branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC KKBK0004620 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 Defence Colony New Delhi 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 KKBK0004620 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 KKBK0004620

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 Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited – DEFENCE COLONY NEW DELHI, 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: KKBK0004620.
• 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 Defence Colony New Delhi branch

The branch is located at A 266 BHISHMA PITAMAH MARG DEFENCE COLONY NEW DELHI 110 024, which puts it inside Delhi, the broader Delhi district, and the state of Delhi. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited Defence Colony New Delhi branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC KKBK0004620 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 1860-2662666 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 KKBK0004620 and your account number.

Verifying IFSC KKBK0004620 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 KKBK0004620 by:

• Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
• Opening the passbook's first page.
• Calling the branch directly on 1860-2662666.
• Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.

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 Defence Colony New Delhi branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC KKBK0004620, however, work 24x7.

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Summary

The IFSC code KKBK0004620 belongs to Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited's DEFENCE COLONY NEW DELHI branch, located at A 266 BHISHMA PITAMAH MARG DEFENCE COLONY NEW DELHI 110 024 in DELHI, DELHI. 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.