Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to The Kangra Central Cooperative Bank Limited's THAKURDWARA branch in DAMTAL, HIMACHAL PRADESH. The branch's IFSC code KACE0000106 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, KACE0000106 is the IFSC of The Kangra Central Cooperative Bank Limited's THAKURDWARA branch. The format is fixed: KACE = bank code, 0 = reserved, 000106 = branch identifier.
About The Kangra Central Cooperative Bank Limited
The Kangra Central Cooperative Bank Limited operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Thakurdwara branch in Damtal. 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, KACE0000106.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | The Kangra Central Cooperative Bank Limited |
|---|---|
| Branch | Thakurdwara |
| IFSC Code | KACE0000106 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | TEHSIL INDORA DISTT. KANGRA 176403 |
| City | Damtal |
| District | Kangra |
| State | Himachal Pradesh |
| STD Code | 1893 |
| Phone | 240168 |
About this branch
The branch is located at TEHSIL INDORA DISTT. KANGRA 176403. It serves the Damtal 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 Kangra Central Cooperative Bank Limited. The IFSC KACE0000106 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 The Kangra Central Cooperative Bank Limited's THAKURDWARA branch came to be assigned the code KACE0000106.
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 KACE0000106, money simply cannot be routed to the THAKURDWARA branch electronically.
Account types you can open at the Thakurdwara branch
Once you have an account at The Kangra Central Cooperative Bank Limited – THAKURDWARA, the IFSC KACE0000106 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 Thakurdwara branch can access most of The Kangra Central 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 KACE0000106
How to transfer money using IFSC KACE0000106
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 KACE0000106 across all three.
NEFT to The Kangra Central Cooperative Bank Limited, THAKURDWARA using IFSC KACE0000106
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 KACE0000106, and confirm that the system picks up The Kangra Central Cooperative Bank Limited – THAKURDWARA. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC KACE0000106
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 Kangra Central Cooperative Bank Limited – THAKURDWARA, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC KACE0000106 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to The Kangra Central Cooperative Bank Limited – THAKURDWARA, use IMPS. With IFSC KACE0000106 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 Thakurdwara
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 KACE0000106:
- 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 THAKURDWARA is still linked to IFSC KACE0000106.
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.
UPI payments and IFSC KACE0000106
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 Kangra Central Cooperative Bank Limited – THAKURDWARA is still mapped to IFSC KACE0000106. 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 KACE0000106 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Thakurdwara 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 KACE0000106 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.
MICR code & cheque clearing
Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by The Kangra Central 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 KACE0000106 and the account number together uniquely identify the Thakurdwara branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC KACE0000106
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 Kangra Central Cooperative Bank Limited – THAKURDWARA, 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:
KACE0000106. - 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.
How to reach the Thakurdwara branch
The branch is located at TEHSIL INDORA DISTT. KANGRA 176403, which puts it inside Damtal, the broader Kangra district, and the state of Himachal Pradesh. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “The Kangra Central Cooperative Bank Limited Thakurdwara branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC KACE0000106 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 1893-240168 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 KACE0000106 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC KACE0000106 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 KACE0000106 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 1893-240168.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Working hours
Branch counters at Thakurdwara 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 KACE0000106 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
The Kangra Central Cooperative Bank LimitedThakurdwara Branch
TEHSIL INDORA DISTT. KANGRA 176403
Damtal, Himachal Pradesh
Phone: 1893-240168
IFSC: KACE0000106
Frequently asked questions
Can I use IFSC KACE0000106 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC KACE0000106 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 Thakurdwara branch but serve different purposes.
What is the IFSC code of The Kangra Central Cooperative Bank Limited Thakurdwara branch?
The IFSC code of The Kangra Central Cooperative Bank Limited, Thakurdwara branch is KACE0000106. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Does The Kangra Central Cooperative Bank Limited Thakurdwara branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 1893-240168 to confirm.
What is the phone number of The Kangra Central Cooperative Bank Limited Thakurdwara branch?
You can reach the branch at 1893-240168 during regular banking hours.
Is IFSC KACE0000106 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC KACE0000106 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
How do I add The Kangra Central Cooperative Bank Limited Thakurdwara as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC KACE0000106, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Where is The Kangra Central Cooperative Bank Limited Thakurdwara branch located?
The Kangra Central Cooperative Bank Limited's Thakurdwara branch is located at TEHSIL INDORA DISTT. KANGRA 176403, Damtal, Himachal Pradesh.
Summary
The IFSC code KACE0000106 belongs to The Kangra Central Cooperative Bank Limited's THAKURDWARA branch, located at TEHSIL INDORA DISTT. KANGRA 176403 in DAMTAL, HIMACHAL PRADESH. 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.


