Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited's THE SABARKANTHA DIST CEN CO OP BANK LTD SALAL branch in PRANTIJ, GUJARAT. The branch's IFSC code GSCB0SKB016 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 The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited's THE SABARKANTHA DIST CEN CO OP BANK LTD SALAL branch, the IFSC GSCB0SKB016 breaks down as follows: GSCB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and SKB016 identifies this particular branch.
Bank profile
The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The The Sabarkantha Dist Cen Co Op Bank Ltd Salal branch — IFSC GSCB0SKB016 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Prantij, Gujarat.
About the The Sabarkantha Dist Cen Co Op Bank Ltd Salal branch
The The Sabarkantha Dist Cen Co Op Bank Ltd Salal branch of The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited is situated at AT POST SALAL 383120. Customers visiting this branch can complete cash deposits, withdrawals, demand draft requests, cheque clearing, passbook updates and KYC formalities. For online transactions to or from this branch, the IFSC code GSCB0SKB016 is used.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited |
|---|---|
| Branch | The Sabarkantha Dist Cen Co Op Bank Ltd Salal |
| IFSC Code | GSCB0SKB016 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | AT POST SALAL 383120 |
| City | Prantij |
| District | Sabarkantha |
| State | Gujarat |
| STD Code | 2770 |
| Phone | 240412 |
Why every The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited 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 THE SABARKANTHA DIST CEN CO OP BANK LTD SALAL of The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited — its own 11-character IFSC. The code GSCB0SKB016 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 GSCB0SKB016 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
MICR code & cheque clearing
Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by The Gujarat State 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 GSCB0SKB016 and the account number together uniquely identify the The Sabarkantha Dist Cen Co Op Bank Ltd Salal branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
How to transfer money using IFSC GSCB0SKB016
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 GSCB0SKB016 across all three.
NEFT to The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited, THE SABARKANTHA DIST CEN CO OP BANK LTD SALAL using IFSC GSCB0SKB016
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 GSCB0SKB016, and confirm that the system picks up The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited – THE SABARKANTHA DIST CEN CO OP BANK LTD SALAL. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC GSCB0SKB016
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 The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited – THE SABARKANTHA DIST CEN CO OP BANK LTD SALAL, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC GSCB0SKB016 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
IMPS to The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited THE SABARKANTHA DIST CEN CO OP BANK LTD SALAL (IFSC GSCB0SKB016)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC GSCB0SKB016 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the THE SABARKANTHA DIST CEN CO OP BANK LTD SALAL branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC GSCB0SKB016 for The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited – THE SABARKANTHA DIST CEN CO OP BANK LTD SALAL, 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 – GSCB0SKB016 | Yes – GSCB0SKB016 | Yes – GSCB0SKB016 |
For most retail customers crediting the The Sabarkantha Dist Cen Co Op Bank Ltd Salal 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.
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 The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited's THE SABARKANTHA DIST CEN CO OP BANK LTD SALAL branch, the IFSC GSCB0SKB016 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 The Sabarkantha Dist Cen Co Op Bank Ltd Salal branch is mapped to IFSC GSCB0SKB016 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited, 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 GSCB0SKB016.
Banking services available
The The Sabarkantha Dist Cen Co Op Bank Ltd Salal branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 2770-240412.
- 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 GSCB0SKB016
Online banking and IFSC GSCB0SKB016
The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the THE SABARKANTHA DIST CEN CO OP BANK LTD SALAL 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 GSCB0SKB016 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 The Sabarkantha Dist Cen Co Op Bank Ltd Salal branch sits at AT POST SALAL 383120. If you are travelling from outside Prantij, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 2770-240412 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 GSCB0SKB016 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 The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited – THE SABARKANTHA DIST CEN CO OP BANK LTD SALAL:
- The IFSC is exactly GSCB0SKB016 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited as the bank name and THE SABARKANTHA DIST CEN CO OP BANK LTD SALAL 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.
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 The Sabarkantha Dist Cen Co Op Bank Ltd Salal branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC GSCB0SKB016, however, work 24x7.
Verifying IFSC GSCB0SKB016 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 GSCB0SKB016 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 2770-240412.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Branch address & contact
The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank LimitedThe Sabarkantha Dist Cen Co Op Bank Ltd Salal Branch
AT POST SALAL 383120
Prantij, Gujarat
Phone: 2770-240412
IFSC: GSCB0SKB016
Frequently asked questions
Can I use IFSC GSCB0SKB016 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC GSCB0SKB016 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 The Sabarkantha Dist Cen Co Op Bank Ltd Salal branch but serve different purposes.
How do I add The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited The Sabarkantha Dist Cen Co Op Bank Ltd Salal as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC GSCB0SKB016, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Does The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited The Sabarkantha Dist Cen Co Op Bank Ltd Salal branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 2770-240412 to confirm.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using GSCB0SKB016 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited – The Sabarkantha Dist Cen Co Op Bank Ltd Salal reflect within 30 minutes.
What is the phone number of The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited The Sabarkantha Dist Cen Co Op Bank Ltd Salal branch?
You can reach the branch at 2770-240412 during regular banking hours.
Is IFSC GSCB0SKB016 the same for all accounts at The Sabarkantha Dist Cen Co Op Bank Ltd Salal branch?
Yes. The IFSC GSCB0SKB016 is shared by every account held at The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited's The Sabarkantha Dist Cen Co Op Bank Ltd Salal branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Where is The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited The Sabarkantha Dist Cen Co Op Bank Ltd Salal branch located?
The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited's The Sabarkantha Dist Cen Co Op Bank Ltd Salal branch is located at AT POST SALAL 383120, Prantij, Gujarat.
Summary
The IFSC code GSCB0SKB016 belongs to The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited's THE SABARKANTHA DIST CEN CO OP BANK LTD SALAL branch, located at AT POST SALAL 383120 in PRANTIJ, GUJARAT. 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.
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