Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited's THE BHAVNAGAR DISTRICT CO OPERATIVE BANK LTD TURKHA branch in TURKHA, GUJARAT. The branch's IFSC code GSCB0BVN087 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 BHAVNAGAR DISTRICT CO OPERATIVE BANK LTD TURKHA branch, the IFSC GSCB0BVN087 breaks down as follows: GSCB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and BVN087 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 Bhavnagar District Co Operative Bank Ltd Turkha branch — IFSC GSCB0BVN087 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Turkha, Gujarat.
The Bhavnagar District Co Operative Bank Ltd Turkha branch overview
Located at TO TURKHA TALUKA BOTAD DIST BOTAD, the The Bhavnagar District Co Operative Bank Ltd Turkha branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC GSCB0BVN087 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited |
|---|---|
| Branch | The Bhavnagar District Co Operative Bank Ltd Turkha |
| IFSC Code | GSCB0BVN087 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | TO TURKHA TALUKA BOTAD DIST BOTAD |
| City | Turkha |
| District | Botad |
| State | Gujarat |
| STD Code | 2849 |
| Phone | 6358329489 |
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 BHAVNAGAR DISTRICT CO OPERATIVE BANK LTD TURKHA of The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited — its own 11-character IFSC. The code GSCB0BVN087 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 GSCB0BVN087 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 GSCB0BVN087 and the account number together uniquely identify the The Bhavnagar District Co Operative Bank Ltd Turkha branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
How to transfer money using IFSC GSCB0BVN087
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 GSCB0BVN087 across all three.
NEFT to The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited, THE BHAVNAGAR DISTRICT CO OPERATIVE BANK LTD TURKHA using IFSC GSCB0BVN087
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 GSCB0BVN087, and confirm that the system picks up The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited – THE BHAVNAGAR DISTRICT CO OPERATIVE BANK LTD TURKHA. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to THE BHAVNAGAR DISTRICT CO OPERATIVE BANK LTD TURKHA
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited's THE BHAVNAGAR DISTRICT CO OPERATIVE BANK LTD TURKHA branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC GSCB0BVN087 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited – THE BHAVNAGAR DISTRICT CO OPERATIVE BANK LTD TURKHA, use IMPS. With IFSC GSCB0BVN087 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 GSCB0BVN087 for The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited – THE BHAVNAGAR DISTRICT CO OPERATIVE BANK LTD TURKHA, 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 – GSCB0BVN087 | Yes – GSCB0BVN087 | Yes – GSCB0BVN087 |
For most retail customers crediting the The Bhavnagar District Co Operative Bank Ltd Turkha 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 GSCB0BVN087
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 Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited – THE BHAVNAGAR DISTRICT CO OPERATIVE BANK LTD TURKHA is still mapped to IFSC GSCB0BVN087. 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 GSCB0BVN087 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Account types you can open at the The Bhavnagar District Co Operative Bank Ltd Turkha branch
Once you have an account at The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited – THE BHAVNAGAR DISTRICT CO OPERATIVE BANK LTD TURKHA, the IFSC GSCB0BVN087 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 The Bhavnagar District Co Operative Bank Ltd Turkha branch can access most of The Gujarat State 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 GSCB0BVN087
Online banking and IFSC GSCB0BVN087
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 BHAVNAGAR DISTRICT CO OPERATIVE BANK LTD TURKHA 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 GSCB0BVN087 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 Bhavnagar District Co Operative Bank Ltd Turkha branch sits at TO TURKHA TALUKA BOTAD DIST BOTAD. If you are travelling from outside Turkha, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 2849-6358329489 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 GSCB0BVN087 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 BHAVNAGAR DISTRICT CO OPERATIVE BANK LTD TURKHA:
- The IFSC is exactly GSCB0BVN087 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 BHAVNAGAR DISTRICT CO OPERATIVE BANK LTD TURKHA 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 Bhavnagar District Co Operative Bank Ltd Turkha branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC GSCB0BVN087, however, work 24x7.
Verifying IFSC GSCB0BVN087 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 GSCB0BVN087 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 2849-6358329489.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Branch address & contact
The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank LimitedThe Bhavnagar District Co Operative Bank Ltd Turkha Branch
TO TURKHA TALUKA BOTAD DIST BOTAD
Turkha, Gujarat
Phone: 2849-6358329489
IFSC: GSCB0BVN087
Frequently asked questions
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 Bhavnagar District Co Operative Bank Ltd Turkha branch but serve different purposes.
Is IFSC GSCB0BVN087 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC GSCB0BVN087 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Is IFSC GSCB0BVN087 the same for all accounts at The Bhavnagar District Co Operative Bank Ltd Turkha branch?
Yes. The IFSC GSCB0BVN087 is shared by every account held at The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited's The Bhavnagar District Co Operative Bank Ltd Turkha branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Does The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited The Bhavnagar District Co Operative Bank Ltd Turkha branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 2849-6358329489 to confirm.
What is the phone number of The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited The Bhavnagar District Co Operative Bank Ltd Turkha branch?
You can reach the branch at 2849-6358329489 during regular banking hours.
Can I use IFSC GSCB0BVN087 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC GSCB0BVN087 to send funds instantly.
Summary
The IFSC code GSCB0BVN087 belongs to The Gujarat State Cooperative Bank Limited's THE BHAVNAGAR DISTRICT CO OPERATIVE BANK LTD TURKHA branch, located at TO TURKHA TALUKA BOTAD DIST BOTAD in TURKHA, 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.


