IFSC Code of Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited, Alipore Branch Branch, West Bengal

Below are the complete branch details for Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited, ALIPORE BRANCH branch, located in KOLKATA, WEST BENGAL. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is KKBK0006607. 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 KKBK0006607 for Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited – ALIPORE BRANCH — 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 ALIPORE BRANCH branch, the IFSC KKBK0006607 breaks down as follows: KKBK identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 006607 identifies this particular branch.

About the bank

Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Alipore Branch branch in Kolkata, West Bengal is part of this network and uses the IFSC code KKBK0006607 for all electronic settlement.

Alipore Branch branch overview

Located at GROUND FLOOR 24 1 2 ALIPORE ROAD P S ALIPORE KOLKATTA 700027, the Alipore Branch branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC KKBK0006607 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.

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 Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited's ALIPORE BRANCH branch came to be assigned the code KKBK0006607.

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 KKBK0006607, money simply cannot be routed to the ALIPORE BRANCH branch electronically.

MICR code & cheque clearing

Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC KKBK0006607 and the account number together uniquely identify the Alipore Branch branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.

How to transfer money using IFSC KKBK0006607

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 KKBK0006607 across all three.

NEFT to Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited, ALIPORE BRANCH using IFSC KKBK0006607

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 KKBK0006607, and confirm that the system picks up Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited – ALIPORE BRANCH. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC KKBK0006607

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 Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited – ALIPORE BRANCH, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC KKBK0006607 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

IMPS to Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited ALIPORE BRANCH (IFSC KKBK0006607)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC KKBK0006607 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the ALIPORE BRANCH branch account within seconds.

Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Alipore Branch

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 KKBK0006607:

• 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 ALIPORE BRANCH is still linked to IFSC KKBK0006607.

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 KKBK0006607

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 Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited – ALIPORE BRANCH is still mapped to IFSC KKBK0006607. 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 KKBK0006607 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Alipore Branch branch is mapped to IFSC KKBK0006607 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of Kotak Mahindra 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 KKBK0006607.

Banking services available

The Alipore Branch 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 KKBK0006607

Online banking and IFSC KKBK0006607

Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the ALIPORE BRANCH 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 KKBK0006607 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.

How to reach the Alipore Branch branch

The branch is located at GROUND FLOOR 24 1 2 ALIPORE ROAD P S ALIPORE KOLKATTA 700027, which puts it inside Kolkata, the broader Kolkata district, and the state of West Bengal. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited Alipore Branch branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC KKBK0006607 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 KKBK0006607 and your account number.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC KKBK0006607

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 – ALIPORE BRANCH, 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: KKBK0006607.
• 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 Alipore Branch branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC KKBK0006607, however, work 24x7.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC KKBK0006607 for Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited – ALIPORE BRANCH, 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.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Final notes

To recap: KKBK0006607 is the IFSC code of Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited, ALIPORE BRANCH branch, in KOLKATA, WEST BENGAL. 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.