Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to State Bank of India's KAJALI branch in WARDHA, MAHARASHTRA. The branch's IFSC code SBIN0008908 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 State Bank of India's KAJALI branch, the IFSC SBIN0008908 breaks down as follows: SBIN identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 008908 identifies this particular branch.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | State Bank of India |
|---|---|
| Branch | Kajali |
| IFSC Code | SBIN0008908 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | WARDHAMAHARASHTRA |
| City | Wardha |
| District | Thoothkudi |
| State | Maharashtra |
Bank profile
State Bank of India is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Kajali branch — IFSC SBIN0008908 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Wardha, Maharashtra.
About this branch
The branch is located at WARDHAMAHARASHTRA. It serves the Wardha 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 SBIN0008908 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
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 KAJALI branch came to be assigned the code SBIN0008908.
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 SBIN0008908, money simply cannot be routed to the KAJALI branch electronically.
How to transfer money using IFSC SBIN0008908
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 SBIN0008908 across all three.
How to use IFSC SBIN0008908 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to State Bank of India's KAJALI 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 SBIN0008908.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as State Bank of India and the branch as KAJALI.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC SBIN0008908
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 State Bank of India – KAJALI, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC SBIN0008908 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to State Bank of India – KAJALI, use IMPS. With IFSC SBIN0008908 and the beneficiary's account number you can move up to ₹5 lakh per transaction with instant credit, any day of the year.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Kajali
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 SBIN0008908:
- 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 KAJALI is still linked to IFSC SBIN0008908.
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.
How UPI relates to the IFSC code
UPI lets you pay using a short Virtual Payment Address instead of typing the IFSC every time, but behind the scenes every UPI mandate is mapped to an account number plus an IFSC. For accounts at State Bank of India's KAJALI branch, the IFSC SBIN0008908 is what the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) uses to route the credit when you tap Pay on a UPI app.
That is why, even in the UPI era, it is still worth knowing the IFSC of your home branch — for failed UPI mandates, e-mandate set-ups, third-party platform onboarding and salary or refund credits.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Kajali branch is mapped to IFSC SBIN0008908 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 SBIN0008908.
Banking services available
The Kajali branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on the branch contact number.
- 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 SBIN0008908
MICR code & cheque clearing
Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by State Bank of India carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC SBIN0008908 and the account number together uniquely identify the Kajali branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Kajali 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 SBIN0008908 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.
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 – KAJALI:
- The IFSC is exactly SBIN0008908 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 KAJALI 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.
How to reach the Kajali branch
The branch is located at WARDHAMAHARASHTRA, which puts it inside Wardha, the broader Thoothkudi district, and the state of Maharashtra. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “State Bank of India Kajali branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC SBIN0008908 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling the branch contact number 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 SBIN0008908 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC SBIN0008908 for State Bank of India – KAJALI, 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.
Working hours
Branch counters at Kajali 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 SBIN0008908 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
State Bank of IndiaKajali Branch
WARDHAMAHARASHTRA
Wardha, Maharashtra
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: SBIN0008908
Frequently asked questions
Where is State Bank of India Kajali branch located?
State Bank of India's Kajali branch is located at WARDHAMAHARASHTRA, Wardha, Maharashtra.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using SBIN0008908 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to State Bank of India – Kajali reflect within 30 minutes.
Can I use IFSC SBIN0008908 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC SBIN0008908 to send funds instantly.
What is the difference between IFSC and MICR code?
IFSC is an 11-character alphanumeric code used for online transfers, while MICR is a 9-digit numeric code printed on cheques and used by cheque-clearing machines. Both identify the Kajali branch but serve different purposes.
Is IFSC SBIN0008908 the same for all accounts at Kajali branch?
Yes. The IFSC SBIN0008908 is shared by every account held at State Bank of India's Kajali branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
What is the phone number of State Bank of India Kajali branch?
You can reach the branch at the branch contact number during regular banking hours.
Is IFSC SBIN0008908 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC SBIN0008908 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
How do I add State Bank of India Kajali as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC SBIN0008908, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Summary
The IFSC code SBIN0008908 belongs to State Bank of India's KAJALI branch, located at WARDHAMAHARASHTRA in WARDHA, MAHARASHTRA. 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.


