IFSC Code of Standard Chartered Bank, Preet Vihar Branch, Delhi

Below are the complete branch details for Standard Chartered Bank, PREET VIHAR branch, located in NEW DELHI, DELHI. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is SCBL0036023. Whether you want to transfer money, add a beneficiary, verify a cheque or simply confirm the branch address, you will find authentic, up-to-date information on this page that has been cross-checked against the bank's branch directory and the RBI's master list of participants in the National Electronic Funds Transfer system.

The IFSC code is one of the most frequently asked-for pieces of information when somebody wants to send you money or set up a recurring credit such as a salary, EMI auto-debit or supplier payment. Knowing exactly which IFSC belongs to your branch — in this case SCBL0036023 for Standard Chartered Bank – PREET VIHAR — saves you from rejected transfers, returned credits and the back-and-forth that follows them.

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 Standard Chartered Bank's PREET VIHAR branch, the IFSC SCBL0036023 breaks down as follows: SCBL identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 036023 identifies this particular branch.

About the bank

Standard Chartered Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Preet Vihar branch in New Delhi, Delhi is part of this network and uses the IFSC code SCBL0036023 for all electronic settlement.

Branch details at a glance

About the Preet Vihar branch

The Preet Vihar branch of Standard Chartered Bank is situated at ADITYA ARCADE. 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 SCBL0036023 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 Standard Chartered Bank's PREET VIHAR branch came to be assigned the code SCBL0036023.

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 SCBL0036023, money simply cannot be routed to the PREET VIHAR branch electronically.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Preet Vihar branch is mapped to IFSC SCBL0036023 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 SCBL0036023.

Banking services available

The Preet Vihar branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 11-22440201.

• 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 SCBL0036023

How to transfer money using IFSC SCBL0036023

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 SCBL0036023 across all three.

How to use IFSC SCBL0036023 for an NEFT transfer

NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Standard Chartered Bank's PREET VIHAR 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 SCBL0036023.
4. Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Standard Chartered Bank and the branch as PREET VIHAR.
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 SCBL0036023

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 – PREET VIHAR, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC SCBL0036023 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

IMPS to Standard Chartered Bank PREET VIHAR (IFSC SCBL0036023)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC SCBL0036023 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the PREET VIHAR branch account within seconds.

Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Preet Vihar

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 SCBL0036023:

• 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 PREET VIHAR is still linked to IFSC SCBL0036023.

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 SCBL0036023

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 – PREET VIHAR is still mapped to IFSC SCBL0036023. 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 SCBL0036023 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 Preet Vihar 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 SCBL0036023 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 & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Preet Vihar branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC SCBL0036023 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC SCBL0036023

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 – PREET VIHAR, 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: SCBL0036023.
• 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 Preet Vihar branch

The branch is located at ADITYA ARCADE, which puts it inside New Delhi, the broader New Delhi district, and the state of Delhi. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Standard Chartered Bank Preet Vihar branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC SCBL0036023 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 11-22440201 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 SCBL0036023 and your account number.

Verifying IFSC SCBL0036023 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 SCBL0036023 by:

• Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
• Opening the passbook's first page.
• Calling the branch directly on 11-22440201.
• Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.

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 Preet Vihar branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC SCBL0036023, however, work 24x7.

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Final notes

To recap: SCBL0036023 is the IFSC code of Standard Chartered Bank, PREET VIHAR branch, in NEW DELHI, DELHI. 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.