If you are searching for the IFSC code of State Bank of India, BHIMARAYANGUDI branch in GULBERGA, KARNATAKA, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is SBIN0020402. 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 BHIMARAYANGUDI branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC SBIN0020402 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.
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 State Bank of India's BHIMARAYANGUDI branch, the IFSC SBIN0020402 breaks down as follows: SBIN identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 020402 identifies this particular branch.
About the bank
State Bank of India serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Bhimarayangudi branch in Gulberga, Karnataka is part of this network and uses the IFSC code SBIN0020402 for all electronic settlement.
Bhimarayangudi branch overview
Located at HHUQUBDIIC, the Bhimarayangudi branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC SBIN0020402 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | State Bank of India |
|---|---|
| Branch | Bhimarayangudi |
| IFSC Code | SBIN0020402 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | HHUQUBDIIC |
| City | Gulberga |
| District | Gulberga |
| State | Karnataka |
| STD Code | 8479 |
| Phone | 222013 |
Why every State Bank of India 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 BHIMARAYANGUDI of State Bank of India — its own 11-character IFSC. The code SBIN0020402 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 SBIN0020402 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 Bhimarayangudi branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC SBIN0020402 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 SBIN0020402
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 SBIN0020402 across all three.
How to use IFSC SBIN0020402 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to State Bank of India's BHIMARAYANGUDI 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 SBIN0020402.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as State Bank of India and the branch as BHIMARAYANGUDI.
- 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 BHIMARAYANGUDI
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at State Bank of India's BHIMARAYANGUDI branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC SBIN0020402 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to State Bank of India – BHIMARAYANGUDI, use IMPS. With IFSC SBIN0020402 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 SBIN0020402 for State Bank of India – BHIMARAYANGUDI, 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.
| Parameter | NEFT | RTGS | IMPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum amount | ₹1 | ₹2,00,000 | ₹1 |
| Maximum amount | No RBI cap | No RBI cap | ₹5,00,000 |
| Settlement | Half-hourly batches | Real-time | Real-time |
| Availability | 24x7 | 24x7 | 24x7 |
| Best for | Routine transfers | High-value transfers | Urgent small / mid transfers |
| IFSC required | Yes – SBIN0020402 | Yes – SBIN0020402 | Yes – SBIN0020402 |
For most retail customers crediting the Bhimarayangudi 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 SBIN0020402
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 State Bank of India – BHIMARAYANGUDI is still mapped to IFSC SBIN0020402. 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 SBIN0020402 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Bhimarayangudi branch is mapped to IFSC SBIN0020402 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of State Bank of India, 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 SBIN0020402.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Bhimarayangudi branch can access most of State Bank of India's standard product suite, including:
- Account opening – savings, current, NRI, salary
- Term deposits and recurring deposits
- Retail and small-business loans
- Insurance and mutual-fund tie-ups
- Locker, safe deposit and ATM card services
- Online and mobile banking activation
- Electronic transfers via IFSC SBIN0020402
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Bhimarayangudi 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 SBIN0020402 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.
How to reach the Bhimarayangudi branch
The branch is located at HHUQUBDIIC, which puts it inside Gulberga, the broader Gulberga district, and the state of Karnataka. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “State Bank of India Bhimarayangudi branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC SBIN0020402 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 8479-222013 before stepping out, especially around public holidays.
- 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 SBIN0020402 and your account number.
Things to verify before sending money
Banking errors are usually small typos that snowball into delayed credits and customer-care follow-ups. Use this short checklist before you confirm any transfer to State Bank of India – BHIMARAYANGUDI:
- The IFSC is exactly SBIN0020402 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills State Bank of India as the bank name and BHIMARAYANGUDI as the branch.
- The amount and the purpose of payment are correct.
- You have a valid OTP-verifying mobile number on hand.
A 30-second review here saves hours of reconciliation later.
Working hours
Branch counters at Bhimarayangudi 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 SBIN0020402 continue to work without interruption.
Verifying IFSC SBIN0020402 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 SBIN0020402 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 8479-222013.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Branch address & contact
State Bank of IndiaBhimarayangudi Branch
HHUQUBDIIC
Gulberga, Karnataka
Phone: 8479-222013
IFSC: SBIN0020402
Frequently asked questions
How do I add State Bank of India Bhimarayangudi as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC SBIN0020402, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using SBIN0020402 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to State Bank of India – Bhimarayangudi reflect within 30 minutes.
What is the phone number of State Bank of India Bhimarayangudi branch?
You can reach the branch at 8479-222013 during regular banking hours.
Can I use IFSC SBIN0020402 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC SBIN0020402 to send funds instantly.
Is IFSC SBIN0020402 the same for all accounts at Bhimarayangudi branch?
Yes. The IFSC SBIN0020402 is shared by every account held at State Bank of India's Bhimarayangudi branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Does State Bank of India Bhimarayangudi branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 8479-222013 to confirm.
What is the IFSC code of State Bank of India Bhimarayangudi branch?
The IFSC code of State Bank of India, Bhimarayangudi branch is SBIN0020402. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Final notes
To recap: SBIN0020402 is the IFSC code of State Bank of India, BHIMARAYANGUDI branch, in GULBERGA, KARNATAKA. 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.


