Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to The Ahmednagar District Central Co-Operative Bank Ltd's CHINCHPUR branch in AHMEDNAGAR, MAHARASHTRA. The branch's IFSC code AHDC0000286 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.
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, AHDC0000286 is the IFSC of The Ahmednagar District Central Co-Operative Bank Ltd's CHINCHPUR branch. The format is fixed: AHDC = bank code, 0 = reserved, 000286 = branch identifier.
About The Ahmednagar District Central Co-Operative Bank Ltd
The Ahmednagar District Central Co-Operative Bank Ltd operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Chinchpur branch in Ahmednagar. Each branch is enabled for NEFT, RTGS, IMPS and core banking, allowing customers to send and receive money anywhere in the country using a unique IFSC – in this case, AHDC0000286.
Chinchpur branch overview
Located at POST CHINCHAPUR TAL SANGAMNER 414102, the Chinchpur branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC AHDC0000286 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | The Ahmednagar District Central Co-Operative Bank Ltd |
|---|---|
| Branch | Chinchpur |
| IFSC Code | AHDC0000286 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | POST CHINCHAPUR TAL SANGAMNER 414102 |
| City | Ahmednagar |
| District | Chinchpur |
| State | Maharashtra |
| STD Code | 2425 |
| Phone | 247156 |
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 The Ahmednagar District Central Co-Operative Bank Ltd's CHINCHPUR branch came to be assigned the code AHDC0000286.
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 AHDC0000286, money simply cannot be routed to the CHINCHPUR branch electronically.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Chinchpur branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC AHDC0000286 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 AHDC0000286
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 AHDC0000286 across all three.
How to use IFSC AHDC0000286 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to The Ahmednagar District Central Co-Operative Bank Ltd's CHINCHPUR 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 AHDC0000286.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as The Ahmednagar District Central Co-Operative Bank Ltd and the branch as CHINCHPUR.
- 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 CHINCHPUR
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at The Ahmednagar District Central Co-Operative Bank Ltd's CHINCHPUR branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC AHDC0000286 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to The Ahmednagar District Central Co-Operative Bank Ltd – CHINCHPUR, use IMPS. With IFSC AHDC0000286 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 AHDC0000286 for The Ahmednagar District Central Co-Operative Bank Ltd – CHINCHPUR, 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 – AHDC0000286 | Yes – AHDC0000286 | Yes – AHDC0000286 |
For most retail customers crediting the Chinchpur 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 AHDC0000286
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 The Ahmednagar District Central Co-Operative Bank Ltd – CHINCHPUR is still mapped to IFSC AHDC0000286. 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 AHDC0000286 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Account types you can open at the Chinchpur branch
Once you have an account at The Ahmednagar District Central Co-Operative Bank Ltd – CHINCHPUR, the IFSC AHDC0000286 stays the same regardless of the type of account you hold. The branch typically supports the following options:
- Savings account — for individuals, with chequebook, ATM card and net-banking access.
- Current account — for sole proprietors, partnerships and companies that need higher transaction volumes.
- Salary account — opened in bulk for corporate employees, often with zero-balance benefits.
- NRE / NRO accounts — for non-resident Indians who want to repatriate or maintain rupee balances in India.
- Fixed deposit and recurring deposit — term-based investment accounts with quarterly or cumulative interest.
- Senior citizen accounts — concessional minimum balance and a small interest rate premium on FDs.
- Minor and student accounts — operated jointly with a guardian until the customer turns 18.
Eligibility, minimum balance and KYC requirements vary by product. Speak to a relationship officer at the branch for the latest schedule of charges and interest rates.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Chinchpur branch can access most of The Ahmednagar District Central Co-Operative Bank Ltd'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 AHDC0000286
Online banking and IFSC AHDC0000286
The Ahmednagar District Central Co-Operative Bank Ltd customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the CHINCHPUR 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 AHDC0000286 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.
Reaching the branch
The Chinchpur branch sits at POST CHINCHAPUR TAL SANGAMNER 414102. If you are travelling from outside Ahmednagar, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 2425-247156 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 AHDC0000286 and your account number.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC AHDC0000286
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 The Ahmednagar District Central Co-Operative Bank Ltd – CHINCHPUR, 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:
AHDC0000286. - 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.
Working hours
Branch counters at Chinchpur 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 AHDC0000286 continue to work without interruption.
Verifying IFSC AHDC0000286 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 AHDC0000286 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 2425-247156.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Branch address & contact
The Ahmednagar District Central Co-Operative Bank LtdChinchpur Branch
POST CHINCHAPUR TAL SANGAMNER 414102
Ahmednagar, Maharashtra
Phone: 2425-247156
IFSC: AHDC0000286
Frequently asked questions
Where is The Ahmednagar District Central Co-Operative Bank Ltd Chinchpur branch located?
The Ahmednagar District Central Co-Operative Bank Ltd's Chinchpur branch is located at POST CHINCHAPUR TAL SANGAMNER 414102, Ahmednagar, Maharashtra.
Is IFSC AHDC0000286 the same for all accounts at Chinchpur branch?
Yes. The IFSC AHDC0000286 is shared by every account held at The Ahmednagar District Central Co-Operative Bank Ltd's Chinchpur branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
How do I add The Ahmednagar District Central Co-Operative Bank Ltd Chinchpur as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC AHDC0000286, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
What is the IFSC code of The Ahmednagar District Central Co-Operative Bank Ltd Chinchpur branch?
The IFSC code of The Ahmednagar District Central Co-Operative Bank Ltd, Chinchpur branch is AHDC0000286. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Does The Ahmednagar District Central Co-Operative Bank Ltd Chinchpur branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 2425-247156 to confirm.
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 Chinchpur branch but serve different purposes.
Final notes
To recap: AHDC0000286 is the IFSC code of The Ahmednagar District Central Co-Operative Bank Ltd, CHINCHPUR branch, in AHMEDNAGAR, MAHARASHTRA. 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.


