IFSC Code of State Bank of India, Shingla Dakolar Branch, Himachal Pradesh

Below are the complete branch details for State Bank of India, SHINGLA DAKOLAR branch, located in SHIMLA, HIMACHAL PRADESH. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is SBIN0051377. 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 SBIN0051377 for State Bank of India – SHINGLA DAKOLAR — saves you from rejected transfers, returned credits and the back-and-forth that follows them.

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, SBIN0051377 is the IFSC of State Bank of India's SHINGLA DAKOLAR branch. The format is fixed: SBIN = bank code, 0 = reserved, 051377 = branch identifier.

Bank profile

State Bank of India is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Shingla Dakolar branch — IFSC SBIN0051377 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.

About this branch

The branch is located at MEERA NIWAS DAKOLAR NEW RAMPUR PO SHINGLA TEHSIL RAMPUR DISTT SHIMLA H P PIN CODE 172001. It serves the Shimla region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of State Bank of India. The IFSC SBIN0051377 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.

Branch details at a glance

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 State Bank of India's SHINGLA DAKOLAR branch came to be assigned the code SBIN0051377.

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 SBIN0051377, money simply cannot be routed to the SHINGLA DAKOLAR branch electronically.

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Shingla Dakolar branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC SBIN0051377 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 SBIN0051377

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 SBIN0051377 across all three.

NEFT to State Bank of India, SHINGLA DAKOLAR using IFSC SBIN0051377

National Electronic Funds Transfer is the simplest way to move money into an account at this branch. NEFT works around the clock, including Sundays and public holidays, and settles in half-hourly batches.

To send funds, add the recipient as a beneficiary in your bank's online portal, key in the account number, paste the IFSC SBIN0051377, and confirm that the system picks up State Bank of India – SHINGLA DAKOLAR. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

Real-Time Gross Settlement to SHINGLA DAKOLAR

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at State Bank of India's SHINGLA DAKOLAR branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC SBIN0051377 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

IMPS to State Bank of India SHINGLA DAKOLAR (IFSC SBIN0051377)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC SBIN0051377 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the SHINGLA DAKOLAR branch account within seconds.

Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Shingla Dakolar

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 SBIN0051377:

• 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 SHINGLA DAKOLAR is still linked to IFSC SBIN0051377.

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 SBIN0051377

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 – SHINGLA DAKOLAR is still mapped to IFSC SBIN0051377. 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 SBIN0051377 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Shingla Dakolar branch is mapped to IFSC SBIN0051377 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 SBIN0051377.

Products and services

Customers walking into the Shingla Dakolar 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 SBIN0051377

Online banking and IFSC SBIN0051377

State Bank of India customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the SHINGLA DAKOLAR 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 SBIN0051377 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.

How to reach the Shingla Dakolar branch

The branch is located at MEERA NIWAS DAKOLAR NEW RAMPUR PO SHINGLA TEHSIL RAMPUR DISTT SHIMLA H P PIN CODE 172001, which puts it inside Shimla, the broader Shimla district, and the state of Himachal Pradesh. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “State Bank of India Shingla Dakolar branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC SBIN0051377 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 1782-9816126791 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 SBIN0051377 and your account number.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC SBIN0051377

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 State Bank of India – SHINGLA DAKOLAR, 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: SBIN0051377.
• 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 Shingla Dakolar branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC SBIN0051377, however, work 24x7.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC SBIN0051377 for State Bank of India – SHINGLA DAKOLAR, 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.

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Summary

The IFSC code SBIN0051377 belongs to State Bank of India's SHINGLA DAKOLAR branch, located at MEERA NIWAS DAKOLAR NEW RAMPUR PO SHINGLA TEHSIL RAMPUR DISTT SHIMLA H P PIN… in SHIMLA, HIMACHAL PRADESH. 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.