This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for The Greater Bombay Cooperative Bank Limited, branch in . The 11-digit IFSC GBCB0000018 uniquely identifies this branch in the RBI's centralised payments network and is required for every NEFT, RTGS or IMPS transaction routed to this branch. If you are paying somebody who banks with The Greater Bombay Cooperative Bank Limited at the location, this is the only IFSC you need.
We have organised this page into clearly labelled sections so you can jump straight to the part that interests you — the IFSC and MICR details, the full postal address, the contact phone number, a quick primer on NEFT, RTGS and IMPS, the typical product line-up at the branch, and a frequently asked questions section that addresses the queries people raise most often about this branch.
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, GBCB0000018 is the IFSC of The Greater Bombay Cooperative Bank Limited's branch. The format is fixed: GBCB = bank code, 0 = reserved, 000018 = branch identifier.
About the bank
The Greater Bombay Cooperative Bank Limited serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its branch in , Maharashtra is part of this network and uses the IFSC code GBCB0000018 for all electronic settlement.
About this branch
The branch is located at VISHWAKARMA, GATE 1,OPP LILAWATI HOSPITAL,BANDRA RECLAMATION, BANDRA W. It serves the region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of The Greater Bombay Cooperative Bank Limited. The IFSC GBCB0000018 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | The Greater Bombay Cooperative Bank Limited |
|---|---|
| IFSC Code | GBCB0000018 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | VISHWAKARMA, GATE 1,OPP LILAWATI HOSPITAL,BANDRA RECLAMATION, BANDRA W |
| State | Maharashtra |
| Phone | 61285800 |
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 Greater Bombay Cooperative Bank Limited's branch came to be assigned the code GBCB0000018.
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 GBCB0000018, money simply cannot be routed to the branch electronically.
MICR code & cheque clearing
Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by The Greater Bombay Cooperative Bank Limited carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC GBCB0000018 and the account number together uniquely identify the branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
How to transfer money using IFSC GBCB0000018
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 GBCB0000018 across all three.
NEFT to The Greater Bombay Cooperative Bank Limited, using IFSC GBCB0000018
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 GBCB0000018, and confirm that the system picks up The Greater Bombay Cooperative Bank Limited – . Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at The Greater Bombay Cooperative Bank Limited's branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC GBCB0000018 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to The Greater Bombay Cooperative Bank Limited (IFSC GBCB0000018)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC GBCB0000018 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC GBCB0000018 for The Greater Bombay Cooperative Bank Limited – , 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 – GBCB0000018 | Yes – GBCB0000018 | Yes – GBCB0000018 |
For most retail customers crediting the 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 GBCB0000018
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 Greater Bombay Cooperative Bank Limited – is still mapped to IFSC GBCB0000018. 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 GBCB0000018 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Account types you can open at the branch
Once you have an account at The Greater Bombay Cooperative Bank Limited – , the IFSC GBCB0000018 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 branch can access most of The Greater Bombay Cooperative Bank Limited'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 GBCB0000018
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the 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 GBCB0000018 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.
Reaching the branch
The branch sits at VISHWAKARMA, GATE 1,OPP LILAWATI HOSPITAL,BANDRA RECLAMATION, BANDRA W. If you are travelling from outside , search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 61285800 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 GBCB0000018 and your account number.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC GBCB0000018
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 Greater Bombay Cooperative Bank Limited – , 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:
GBCB0000018. - 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 branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC GBCB0000018, however, work 24x7.
Verifying IFSC GBCB0000018 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 GBCB0000018 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 61285800.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Branch address & contact
The Greater Bombay Cooperative Bank LimitedBranch
VISHWAKARMA, GATE 1,OPP LILAWATI HOSPITAL,BANDRA RECLAMATION, BANDRA W
, Maharashtra
Phone: 61285800
IFSC: GBCB0000018
Frequently asked questions
What is the IFSC code of The Greater Bombay Cooperative Bank Limited branch?
The IFSC code of The Greater Bombay Cooperative Bank Limited, branch is GBCB0000018. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using GBCB0000018 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to The Greater Bombay Cooperative Bank Limited – reflect within 30 minutes.
Is IFSC GBCB0000018 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC GBCB0000018 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
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 branch but serve different purposes.
Is IFSC GBCB0000018 the same for all accounts at branch?
Yes. The IFSC GBCB0000018 is shared by every account held at The Greater Bombay Cooperative Bank Limited's branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Does The Greater Bombay Cooperative Bank Limited branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 61285800 to confirm.
What is the phone number of The Greater Bombay Cooperative Bank Limited branch?
You can reach the branch at 61285800 during regular banking hours.
How do I add The Greater Bombay Cooperative Bank Limited as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC GBCB0000018, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Final notes
To recap: GBCB0000018 is the IFSC code of The Greater Bombay Cooperative Bank Limited, branch, in , 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.
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