IFSC Code of The Satara District Central Cooperative Bank Ltd, Kinhai Branch, Maharashtra

This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for The Satara District Central Cooperative Bank Ltd, KINHAI branch in SATARA. The 11-digit IFSC SDCE0001096 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 Satara District Central Cooperative Bank Ltd at the KINHAI 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.

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 Satara District Central Cooperative Bank Ltd's KINHAI branch, the IFSC SDCE0001096 breaks down as follows: SDCE identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 001096 identifies this particular branch.

Bank profile

The Satara District Central Cooperative Bank Ltd is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Kinhai branch — IFSC SDCE0001096 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Satara, Maharashtra.

About the Kinhai branch

The Kinhai branch of The Satara District Central Cooperative Bank Ltd is situated at TAL-KOREGAON,DIST-SATARA. 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 SDCE0001096 is used.

Branch details at a glance

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 Satara District Central Cooperative Bank Ltd's KINHAI branch came to be assigned the code SDCE0001096.

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 SDCE0001096, money simply cannot be routed to the KINHAI branch electronically.

MICR code & cheque clearing

Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by The Satara District Central Cooperative Bank Ltd carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC SDCE0001096 and the account number together uniquely identify the Kinhai branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.

How to transfer money using IFSC SDCE0001096

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 SDCE0001096 across all three.

NEFT to The Satara District Central Cooperative Bank Ltd, KINHAI using IFSC SDCE0001096

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 SDCE0001096, and confirm that the system picks up The Satara District Central Cooperative Bank Ltd – KINHAI. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC SDCE0001096

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 Satara District Central Cooperative Bank Ltd – KINHAI, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC SDCE0001096 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

IMPS to The Satara District Central Cooperative Bank Ltd KINHAI (IFSC SDCE0001096)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC SDCE0001096 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the KINHAI branch account within seconds.

NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?

All three modes accept the IFSC SDCE0001096 for The Satara District Central Cooperative Bank Ltd – KINHAI, 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.

For most retail customers crediting the Kinhai 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 SDCE0001096

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 Satara District Central Cooperative Bank Ltd – KINHAI is still mapped to IFSC SDCE0001096. 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 SDCE0001096 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Account types you can open at the Kinhai branch

Once you have an account at The Satara District Central Cooperative Bank Ltd – KINHAI, the IFSC SDCE0001096 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.

Banking services available

The Kinhai branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 415021-2371232246.

• 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 SDCE0001096

Online banking and IFSC SDCE0001096

The Satara District Central Cooperative Bank Ltd customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the KINHAI 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 SDCE0001096 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.

How to reach the Kinhai branch

The branch is located at TAL-KOREGAON,DIST-SATARA, which puts it inside Satara, the broader Kinhai district, and the state of Maharashtra. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “The Satara District Central Cooperative Bank Ltd Kinhai branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC SDCE0001096 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 415021-2371232246 before stepping out, especially around public holidays.
3. 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 SDCE0001096 and your account number.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC SDCE0001096

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 Satara District Central Cooperative Bank Ltd – KINHAI, 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: SDCE0001096.
• 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 Kinhai branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC SDCE0001096, however, work 24x7.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC SDCE0001096 for The Satara District Central Cooperative Bank Ltd – KINHAI, you can cross-check the code from any of these sources before initiating a high-value transfer:

• The front of the cheque book issued by the branch – the IFSC is printed at the top of every leaf.
• The first page of your passbook.
• The bank's official website under the branch locator.
• The Reserve Bank of India's IFSC search portal.
• Net banking dashboards usually display the home-branch IFSC under account details.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code SDCE0001096 belongs to The Satara District Central Cooperative Bank Ltd's KINHAI branch, located at TAL-KOREGAON,DIST-SATARA in SATARA, MAHARASHTRA. 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.