IFSC Code of Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited, Mohali - Aerocity Branch, Punjab

Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited's MOHALI - AEROCITY branch in SAS NAGAR - MOHALI, PUNJAB. The branch's IFSC code KKBK0004142 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.

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 MOHALI - AEROCITY branch, the IFSC KKBK0004142 breaks down as follows: KKBK identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 004142 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 Mohali - Aerocity branch in Sas Nagar - Mohali, Punjab is part of this network and uses the IFSC code KKBK0004142 for all electronic settlement.

Mohali - Aerocity branch overview

Located at KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LTD, SCO-06, AEROCITY, G BLOCK, AEROARCADE, MOHALI - 140603, PUNJAB., the Mohali - Aerocity branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC KKBK0004142 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.

Branch details at a glance

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 MOHALI - AEROCITY of Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited — its own 11-character IFSC. The code KKBK0004142 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 KKBK0004142 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Mohali - Aerocity branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC KKBK0004142 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

How to transfer money using IFSC KKBK0004142

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 KKBK0004142 across all three.

How to use IFSC KKBK0004142 for an NEFT transfer

NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited's MOHALI - AEROCITY 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).

1. Log in to your internet banking or mobile banking app.
2. Choose Add Beneficiary and select NEFT / Other Bank.
3. Enter the beneficiary name, account number and the IFSC KKBK0004142.
4. Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited and the branch as MOHALI - AEROCITY.
5. 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 MOHALI - AEROCITY

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited's MOHALI - AEROCITY branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC KKBK0004142 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 – MOHALI - AEROCITY, use IMPS. With IFSC KKBK0004142 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 KKBK0004142 for Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited – MOHALI - AEROCITY, 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 Mohali - Aerocity 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.

UPI payments and IFSC KKBK0004142

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 – MOHALI - AEROCITY is still mapped to IFSC KKBK0004142. 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 KKBK0004142 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Mohali - Aerocity branch is mapped to IFSC KKBK0004142 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 KKBK0004142.

Banking services available

The Mohali - Aerocity 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 KKBK0004142

Online banking and IFSC KKBK0004142

Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the MOHALI - AEROCITY 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 KKBK0004142 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 Mohali - Aerocity branch

The branch is located at KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LTD, SCO-06, AEROCITY, G BLOCK, AEROARCADE, MOHALI - 140603, PUNJAB., which puts it inside Sas Nagar - Mohali, the broader Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district, and the state of Punjab. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited Mohali - Aerocity branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC KKBK0004142 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 KKBK0004142 and your account number.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC KKBK0004142

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 – MOHALI - AEROCITY, 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: KKBK0004142.
• 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 Mohali - Aerocity branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC KKBK0004142, however, work 24x7.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC KKBK0004142 for Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited – MOHALI - AEROCITY, 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

Summary

The IFSC code KKBK0004142 belongs to Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited's MOHALI - AEROCITY branch, located at KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LTD, SCO-06, AEROCITY, G BLOCK, AEROARCADE, MOHALI -… in SAS NAGAR - MOHALI, PUNJAB. 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.