IFSC Code of Maharashtra Gramin Bank, Ashti Branch, Maharashtra

Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Maharashtra Gramin Bank's ASHTI branch in ASHTI, MAHARASHTRA. The branch's IFSC code MAHG0004551 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 Maharashtra Gramin Bank – ASHTI is MAHG0004551. The first four letters MAHG are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 004551 map to this branch in ASHTI, MAHARASHTRA.

Bank profile

Maharashtra Gramin Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Ashti branch — IFSC MAHG0004551 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Ashti, Maharashtra.

Branch details at a glance

About the Ashti branch

The Ashti branch of Maharashtra Gramin Bank is situated at AT ASHTI TQ ASHTI DIST BEED. 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 MAHG0004551 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 Maharashtra Gramin Bank's ASHTI branch came to be assigned the code MAHG0004551.

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 MAHG0004551, money simply cannot be routed to the ASHTI branch electronically.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Ashti branch is mapped to IFSC MAHG0004551 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of Maharashtra Gramin Bank, 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 MAHG0004551.

Banking services available

The Ashti branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 2441-282173.

• 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 MAHG0004551

How to transfer money using IFSC MAHG0004551

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 MAHG0004551 across all three.

How to use IFSC MAHG0004551 for an NEFT transfer

NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Maharashtra Gramin Bank's ASHTI 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 MAHG0004551.
4. Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Maharashtra Gramin Bank and the branch as ASHTI.
5. Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC MAHG0004551

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 Maharashtra Gramin Bank – ASHTI, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC MAHG0004551 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

IMPS to Maharashtra Gramin Bank ASHTI (IFSC MAHG0004551)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC MAHG0004551 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the ASHTI branch account within seconds.

NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?

All three modes accept the IFSC MAHG0004551 for Maharashtra Gramin Bank – ASHTI, 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 Ashti 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 MAHG0004551

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 Maharashtra Gramin Bank – ASHTI is still mapped to IFSC MAHG0004551. 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 MAHG0004551 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Digital banking channels

Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Ashti 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 MAHG0004551 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.

MICR code & cheque clearing

Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by Maharashtra Gramin Bank carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC MAHG0004551 and the account number together uniquely identify the Ashti branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC MAHG0004551

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 Maharashtra Gramin Bank – ASHTI, 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: MAHG0004551.
• 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 Ashti branch

The branch is located at AT ASHTI TQ ASHTI DIST BEED, which puts it inside Ashti, the broader Beed district, and the state of Maharashtra. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Maharashtra Gramin Bank Ashti branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC MAHG0004551 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 2441-282173 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 MAHG0004551 and your account number.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC MAHG0004551 for Maharashtra Gramin Bank – ASHTI, 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 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 Ashti branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC MAHG0004551, however, work 24x7.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code MAHG0004551 belongs to Maharashtra Gramin Bank's ASHTI branch, located at AT ASHTI TQ ASHTI DIST BEED in ASHTI, MAHARASHTRA. 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.