IFSC Code of Maharashtra Gramin Bank, Kalne Branch, Maharashtra

Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Maharashtra Gramin Bank's KALNE branch in SINDHUDURG, MAHARASHTRA. The branch's IFSC code MAHG0007211 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 Maharashtra Gramin Bank's KALNE branch, the IFSC MAHG0007211 breaks down as follows: MAHG identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 007211 identifies this particular branch.

Branch details at a glance

Bank profile

Maharashtra Gramin Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Kalne branch — IFSC MAHG0007211 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Sindhudurg, Maharashtra.

About this branch

The branch is located at A.P.KALANE, TAL - SAWANTWADI, DIST - SINDHUDURG,PIN-416511.. It serves the Sindhudurg region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of Maharashtra Gramin Bank. The IFSC MAHG0007211 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.

Why every Maharashtra Gramin Bank 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 KALNE of Maharashtra Gramin Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code MAHG0007211 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 MAHG0007211 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.

How to transfer money using IFSC MAHG0007211

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 MAHG0007211 across all three.

How to use IFSC MAHG0007211 for an NEFT transfer

NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Maharashtra Gramin Bank's KALNE 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 MAHG0007211.
4. Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Maharashtra Gramin Bank and the branch as KALNE.
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 KALNE

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Maharashtra Gramin Bank's KALNE branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC MAHG0007211 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

IMPS to Maharashtra Gramin Bank KALNE (IFSC MAHG0007211)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC MAHG0007211 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the KALNE branch account within seconds.

Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Kalne

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 MAHG0007211:

• 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 KALNE is still linked to IFSC MAHG0007211.

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 MAHG0007211

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 – KALNE is still mapped to IFSC MAHG0007211. 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 MAHG0007211 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Account types you can open at the Kalne branch

Once you have an account at Maharashtra Gramin Bank – KALNE, the IFSC MAHG0007211 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 Kalne branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 2362-9422967197.

• 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 MAHG0007211

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 MAHG0007211 and the account number together uniquely identify the Kalne branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.

Online banking and IFSC MAHG0007211

Maharashtra Gramin Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the KALNE 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 MAHG0007211 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.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC MAHG0007211

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 – KALNE, 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: MAHG0007211.
• 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.

Reaching the branch

The Kalne branch sits at A.P.KALANE, TAL - SAWANTWADI, DIST - SINDHUDURG,PIN-416511.. If you are travelling from outside Sindhudurg, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 2362-9422967197 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 MAHG0007211 and your account number.

Verifying IFSC MAHG0007211 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 MAHG0007211 by:

• Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
• Opening the passbook's first page.
• Calling the branch directly on 2362-9422967197.
• Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.

Working hours

Branch counters at Kalne 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 MAHG0007211 continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Final notes

To recap: MAHG0007211 is the IFSC code of Maharashtra Gramin Bank, KALNE branch, in SINDHUDURG, 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.