If you are searching for the IFSC code of Standard Chartered Bank, N S ROAD branch in KOLKATA, WEST BENGAL, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is SCBL0036008. You can use it for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers, online banking add-payee actions, UPI mandates and any other electronic payment request that asks for an Indian Financial System Code. The information on this page is curated specifically for customers, remitters, employers and businesses who need to credit funds to an account maintained at this branch, and it is structured so you can find what you need within a few seconds of landing here.
You will see the complete branch address, the area STD code and phone number, the city and state, the day-to-day banking services that are typically offered at the N S ROAD branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC SCBL0036008 across NEFT, RTGS and IMPS rails. A frequently-asked-questions section at the end answers the most common queries we receive about this particular branch.
IFSC stands for Indian Financial System Code. It is an 11-character code that pinpoints a particular bank branch on the RBI's real-time payment rails. Every NEFT, RTGS or IMPS instruction must carry the destination branch's IFSC for the credit to land in the correct account.
In our case, SCBL0036008 is the IFSC of Standard Chartered Bank's N S ROAD branch. The format is fixed: SCBL = bank code, 0 = reserved, 036008 = branch identifier.
About the bank
Standard Chartered Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its N S Road branch in Kolkata, West Bengal is part of this network and uses the IFSC code SCBL0036008 for all electronic settlement.
About this branch
The branch is located at 19, N S ROAD. It serves the Kolkata region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of Standard Chartered Bank. The IFSC SCBL0036008 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Standard Chartered Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | N S Road |
| IFSC Code | SCBL0036008 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | 19, N S ROAD |
| City | Kolkata |
| District | Kolkata |
| State | West Bengal |
| STD Code | 33 |
| Phone | 22220101 |
Why every Standard Chartered 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 N S ROAD of Standard Chartered Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code SCBL0036008 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 SCBL0036008 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 Standard Chartered Bank carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC SCBL0036008 and the account number together uniquely identify the N S Road branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
How to transfer money using IFSC SCBL0036008
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 SCBL0036008 across all three.
How to use IFSC SCBL0036008 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Standard Chartered Bank's N S ROAD 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 SCBL0036008.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Standard Chartered Bank and the branch as N S ROAD.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC SCBL0036008
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 Standard Chartered Bank – N S ROAD, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC SCBL0036008 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
IMPS to Standard Chartered Bank N S ROAD (IFSC SCBL0036008)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC SCBL0036008 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the N S ROAD branch account within seconds.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to N S Road
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 SCBL0036008:
- 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 N S ROAD is still linked to IFSC SCBL0036008.
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 SCBL0036008
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 Standard Chartered Bank – N S ROAD is still mapped to IFSC SCBL0036008. 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 SCBL0036008 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the N S Road branch is mapped to IFSC SCBL0036008 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of Standard Chartered 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 SCBL0036008.
Banking services available
The N S Road branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 33-22220101.
- 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 SCBL0036008
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the N S Road 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 SCBL0036008 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 N S Road branch sits at 19, N S ROAD. If you are travelling from outside Kolkata, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 33-22220101 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 SCBL0036008 and your account number.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC SCBL0036008
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 Standard Chartered Bank – N S ROAD, 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:
SCBL0036008. - 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 N S Road branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC SCBL0036008, however, work 24x7.
Verifying IFSC SCBL0036008 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 SCBL0036008 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 33-22220101.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Branch address & contact
Standard Chartered BankN S Road Branch
19, N S ROAD
Kolkata, West Bengal
Phone: 33-22220101
IFSC: SCBL0036008
Frequently asked questions
How do I add Standard Chartered Bank N S Road as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC SCBL0036008, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
What is the IFSC code of Standard Chartered Bank N S Road branch?
The IFSC code of Standard Chartered Bank, N S Road branch is SCBL0036008. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Can I use IFSC SCBL0036008 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC SCBL0036008 to send funds instantly.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using SCBL0036008 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Standard Chartered Bank – N S Road reflect within 30 minutes.
What is the phone number of Standard Chartered Bank N S Road branch?
You can reach the branch at 33-22220101 during regular banking hours.
Does Standard Chartered Bank N S Road branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 33-22220101 to confirm.
Final notes
To recap: SCBL0036008 is the IFSC code of Standard Chartered Bank, N S ROAD 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.
