This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited, PUNE KOTHRUD BRANCH branch in PUNE. The 11-digit IFSC KKBK0001765 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 Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited at the PUNE KOTHRUD BRANCH 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 Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited's PUNE KOTHRUD BRANCH branch, the IFSC KKBK0001765 breaks down as follows: KKBK identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 001765 identifies this particular branch.
About Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited
Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Pune Kothrud Branch branch in Pune. 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, KKBK0001765.
About this branch
The branch is located at GR AND MEZ FLR LEFT SIDE PORTION B JUNCTION SR NO 1 2 NEAR KARVE STATUS KOTHRUD PUNE 411038. It serves the Pune region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited. The IFSC KKBK0001765 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited |
|---|---|
| Branch | Pune Kothrud Branch |
| IFSC Code | KKBK0001765 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | GR AND MEZ FLR LEFT SIDE PORTION B JUNCTION SR NO 1 2 NEAR KARVE STATUS KOTHRUD PUNE 411038 |
| City | Pune |
| District | Pune |
| State | Maharashtra |
| STD Code | 1860 |
| Phone | 2662666 |
Why every Kotak Mahindra 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 PUNE KOTHRUD BRANCH of Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited — its own 11-character IFSC. The code KKBK0001765 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 KKBK0001765 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
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 KKBK0001765 and the account number together uniquely identify the Pune Kothrud 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 KKBK0001765
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 KKBK0001765 across all three.
How to use IFSC KKBK0001765 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited's PUNE KOTHRUD BRANCH branch. NEFT now settles on a 24x7 basis in half-hourly batches and has no upper limit for retail customers (individual banks may impose their own caps).
- Log in to your internet banking or mobile banking app.
- Choose Add Beneficiary and select NEFT / Other Bank.
- Enter the beneficiary name, account number and the IFSC KKBK0001765.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited and the branch as PUNE KOTHRUD BRANCH.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to PUNE KOTHRUD BRANCH
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited's PUNE KOTHRUD BRANCH branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC KKBK0001765 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited PUNE KOTHRUD BRANCH (IFSC KKBK0001765)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC KKBK0001765 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the PUNE KOTHRUD BRANCH branch account within seconds.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Pune Kothrud 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 KKBK0001765:
- 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 PUNE KOTHRUD BRANCH is still linked to IFSC KKBK0001765.
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.
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 PUNE KOTHRUD BRANCH branch, the IFSC KKBK0001765 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 Pune Kothrud Branch branch
Once you have an account at Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited – PUNE KOTHRUD BRANCH, the IFSC KKBK0001765 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 Pune Kothrud 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 KKBK0001765
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Pune Kothrud Branch 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 KKBK0001765 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.
Reaching the branch
The Pune Kothrud Branch branch sits at GR AND MEZ FLR LEFT SIDE PORTION B JUNCTION SR NO 1 2 NEAR KARVE STATUS KOTHRUD PUNE 411038. If you are travelling from outside Pune, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 1860-2662666 to ask for landmarks. Many customers find it easier to skip the trip altogether: net banking, mobile apps, NEFT, RTGS, IMPS and UPI all work using the IFSC KKBK0001765 and your account number.
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 Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited – PUNE KOTHRUD BRANCH:
- The IFSC is exactly KKBK0001765 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited as the bank name and PUNE KOTHRUD BRANCH 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.
Working hours
Branch counters at Pune Kothrud Branch 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 KKBK0001765 continue to work without interruption.
Verifying IFSC KKBK0001765 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 KKBK0001765 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 address & contact
Kotak Mahindra Bank LimitedPune Kothrud Branch Branch
GR AND MEZ FLR LEFT SIDE PORTION B JUNCTION SR NO 1 2 NEAR KARVE STATUS KOTHRUD PUNE 411038
Pune, Maharashtra
Phone: 1860-2662666
IFSC: KKBK0001765
Frequently asked questions
Is IFSC KKBK0001765 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC KKBK0001765 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
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 Pune Kothrud Branch branch but serve different purposes.
Can I use IFSC KKBK0001765 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC KKBK0001765 to send funds instantly.
What is the phone number of Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited Pune Kothrud Branch branch?
You can reach the branch at 1860-2662666 during regular banking hours.
How do I add Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited Pune Kothrud Branch as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC KKBK0001765, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
What is the IFSC code of Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited Pune Kothrud Branch branch?
The IFSC code of Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited, Pune Kothrud Branch branch is KKBK0001765. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Final notes
To recap: KKBK0001765 is the IFSC code of Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited, PUNE KOTHRUD BRANCH branch, in PUNE, MAHARASHTRA. 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.


