Below are the complete branch details for The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank, KASHINAGAR BRANCH branch, located in KASHINAGAR, WEST BENGAL. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is WBSC0000019. Whether you want to transfer money, add a beneficiary, verify a cheque or simply confirm the branch address, you will find authentic, up-to-date information on this page that has been cross-checked against the bank's branch directory and the RBI's master list of participants in the National Electronic Funds Transfer system.
The IFSC code is one of the most frequently asked-for pieces of information when somebody wants to send you money or set up a recurring credit such as a salary, EMI auto-debit or supplier payment. Knowing exactly which IFSC belongs to your branch — in this case WBSC0000019 for The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank – KASHINAGAR BRANCH — saves you from rejected transfers, returned credits and the back-and-forth that follows them.
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 West Bengal State Cooperative Bank's KASHINAGAR BRANCH branch, the IFSC WBSC0000019 breaks down as follows: WBSC identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 000019 identifies this particular branch.
Bank profile
The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Kashinagar Branch branch — IFSC WBSC0000019 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Kashinagar, West Bengal.
Kashinagar Branch branch overview
Located at NEAR KASHINAGAR BAZAR,PO.KASHINAGR,24 PGS.SOUTH, the Kashinagar Branch branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC WBSC0000019 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Kashinagar Branch |
| IFSC Code | WBSC0000019 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | NEAR KASHINAGAR BAZAR,PO.KASHINAGR,24 PGS.SOUTH |
| City | Kashinagar |
| District | South 24 Parganas |
| State | West Bengal |
| STD Code | 3174 |
| Phone | 274221 |
Why every The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank 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 KASHINAGAR BRANCH of The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code WBSC0000019 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 WBSC0000019 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Kashinagar Branch branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC WBSC0000019 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.
How to transfer money using IFSC WBSC0000019
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 WBSC0000019 across all three.
How to use IFSC WBSC0000019 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank's KASHINAGAR BRANCH branch. NEFT now settles on a 24x7 basis in half-hourly batches and has no upper limit for retail customers (individual banks may impose their own caps).
- Log in to your internet banking or mobile banking app.
- Choose Add Beneficiary and select NEFT / Other Bank.
- Enter the beneficiary name, account number and the IFSC WBSC0000019.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank and the branch as KASHINAGAR BRANCH.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to KASHINAGAR BRANCH
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank's KASHINAGAR BRANCH branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC WBSC0000019 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank – KASHINAGAR BRANCH, use IMPS. With IFSC WBSC0000019 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 WBSC0000019 for The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank – KASHINAGAR BRANCH, 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 – WBSC0000019 | Yes – WBSC0000019 | Yes – WBSC0000019 |
For most retail customers crediting the Kashinagar Branch 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 West Bengal State Cooperative Bank's KASHINAGAR BRANCH branch, the IFSC WBSC0000019 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 Kashinagar Branch branch is mapped to IFSC WBSC0000019 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank, 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 WBSC0000019.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Kashinagar Branch branch can access most of The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank'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 WBSC0000019
Online banking and IFSC WBSC0000019
The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the KASHINAGAR BRANCH 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 WBSC0000019 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 Kashinagar Branch branch sits at NEAR KASHINAGAR BAZAR,PO.KASHINAGR,24 PGS.SOUTH. If you are travelling from outside Kashinagar, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 3174-274221 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 WBSC0000019 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 West Bengal State Cooperative Bank – KASHINAGAR BRANCH:
- The IFSC is exactly WBSC0000019 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank as the bank name and KASHINAGAR BRANCH 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 Kashinagar Branch branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC WBSC0000019, however, work 24x7.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC WBSC0000019 for The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank – KASHINAGAR BRANCH, 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
The West Bengal State Cooperative BankKashinagar Branch Branch
NEAR KASHINAGAR BAZAR,PO.KASHINAGR,24 PGS.SOUTH
Kashinagar, West Bengal
Phone: 3174-274221
IFSC: WBSC0000019
Frequently asked questions
What is the phone number of The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank Kashinagar Branch branch?
You can reach the branch at 3174-274221 during regular banking hours.
What is the IFSC code of The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank Kashinagar Branch branch?
The IFSC code of The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank, Kashinagar Branch branch is WBSC0000019. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using WBSC0000019 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank – Kashinagar Branch reflect within 30 minutes.
Is IFSC WBSC0000019 the same for all accounts at Kashinagar Branch branch?
Yes. The IFSC WBSC0000019 is shared by every account held at The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank's Kashinagar Branch branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Where is The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank Kashinagar Branch branch located?
The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank's Kashinagar Branch branch is located at NEAR KASHINAGAR BAZAR,PO.KASHINAGR,24 PGS.SOUTH, Kashinagar, West Bengal.
Is IFSC WBSC0000019 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC WBSC0000019 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 Kashinagar Branch branch but serve different purposes.
Can I use IFSC WBSC0000019 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC WBSC0000019 to send funds instantly.
Final notes
To recap: WBSC0000019 is the IFSC code of The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank, KASHINAGAR BRANCH branch, in KASHINAGAR, WEST BENGAL. 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.


