If you are searching for the IFSC code of The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank, KOLKATA POLICE CO-OPERATIVE BANK LTD LALBAZAR BRANCH branch in KOLKATA, WEST BENGAL, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is WBSC0KPCB01. You can use it for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers, online banking add-payee actions, UPI mandates and any other electronic payment request that asks for an Indian Financial System Code. The information on this page is curated specifically for customers, remitters, employers and businesses who need to credit funds to an account maintained at this branch, and it is structured so you can find what you need within a few seconds of landing here.
You will see the complete branch address, the area STD code and phone number, the city and state, the day-to-day banking services that are typically offered at the KOLKATA POLICE CO-OPERATIVE BANK LTD LALBAZAR BRANCH branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC WBSC0KPCB01 across NEFT, RTGS and IMPS rails. A frequently-asked-questions section at the end answers the most common queries we receive about this particular branch.
The Indian Financial System Code, popularly known as IFSC, is an 11-digit alphanumeric code that the RBI assigns to every bank branch participating in online interbank settlement. Without this code, an electronic transfer simply cannot reach its destination branch.
The IFSC for The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank – KOLKATA POLICE CO-OPERATIVE BANK LTD LALBAZAR BRANCH is WBSC0KPCB01. The first four letters WBSC are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters KPCB01 map to this branch in KOLKATA, WEST BENGAL.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Kolkata Police Co-Operative Bank Ltd Lalbazar Branch |
| IFSC Code | WBSC0KPCB01 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | 18 LALBAZAR STREET KOLKATA 700001 |
| City | Kolkata |
| District | Kolkata |
| State | West Bengal |
| STD Code | 33 |
| Phone | 22505058 |
About the bank
The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Kolkata Police Co-Operative Bank Ltd Lalbazar Branch branch in Kolkata, West Bengal is part of this network and uses the IFSC code WBSC0KPCB01 for all electronic settlement.
Kolkata Police Co-Operative Bank Ltd Lalbazar Branch branch overview
Located at 18 LALBAZAR STREET KOLKATA 700001, the Kolkata Police Co-Operative Bank Ltd Lalbazar 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 WBSC0KPCB01 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.
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 KOLKATA POLICE CO-OPERATIVE BANK LTD LALBAZAR BRANCH of The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code WBSC0KPCB01 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 WBSC0KPCB01 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
How to transfer money using IFSC WBSC0KPCB01
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 WBSC0KPCB01 across all three.
NEFT to The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank, KOLKATA POLICE CO-OPERATIVE BANK LTD LALBAZAR BRANCH using IFSC WBSC0KPCB01
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 WBSC0KPCB01, and confirm that the system picks up The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank – KOLKATA POLICE CO-OPERATIVE BANK LTD LALBAZAR BRANCH. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to KOLKATA POLICE CO-OPERATIVE BANK LTD LALBAZAR BRANCH
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank's KOLKATA POLICE CO-OPERATIVE BANK LTD LALBAZAR BRANCH branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC WBSC0KPCB01 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 – KOLKATA POLICE CO-OPERATIVE BANK LTD LALBAZAR BRANCH, use IMPS. With IFSC WBSC0KPCB01 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 WBSC0KPCB01 for The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank – KOLKATA POLICE CO-OPERATIVE BANK LTD LALBAZAR 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 – WBSC0KPCB01 | Yes – WBSC0KPCB01 | Yes – WBSC0KPCB01 |
For most retail customers crediting the Kolkata Police Co-Operative Bank Ltd Lalbazar 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.
UPI payments and IFSC WBSC0KPCB01
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 West Bengal State Cooperative Bank – KOLKATA POLICE CO-OPERATIVE BANK LTD LALBAZAR BRANCH is still mapped to IFSC WBSC0KPCB01. 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 WBSC0KPCB01 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Account types you can open at the Kolkata Police Co-Operative Bank Ltd Lalbazar Branch branch
Once you have an account at The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank – KOLKATA POLICE CO-OPERATIVE BANK LTD LALBAZAR BRANCH, the IFSC WBSC0KPCB01 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 Kolkata Police Co-Operative Bank Ltd Lalbazar 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 WBSC0KPCB01
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Kolkata Police Co-Operative Bank Ltd Lalbazar Branch branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC WBSC0KPCB01 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.
Online banking and IFSC WBSC0KPCB01
The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the KOLKATA POLICE CO-OPERATIVE BANK LTD LALBAZAR 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 WBSC0KPCB01 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.
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 – KOLKATA POLICE CO-OPERATIVE BANK LTD LALBAZAR BRANCH:
- The IFSC is exactly WBSC0KPCB01 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 KOLKATA POLICE CO-OPERATIVE BANK LTD LALBAZAR 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.
Reaching the branch
The Kolkata Police Co-Operative Bank Ltd Lalbazar Branch branch sits at 18 LALBAZAR STREET KOLKATA 700001. If you are travelling from outside Kolkata, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 33-22505058 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 WBSC0KPCB01 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC WBSC0KPCB01 for The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank – KOLKATA POLICE CO-OPERATIVE BANK LTD LALBAZAR 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.
Working hours
Branch counters at Kolkata Police Co-Operative Bank Ltd Lalbazar Branch 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 WBSC0KPCB01 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
The West Bengal State Cooperative BankKolkata Police Co-Operative Bank Ltd Lalbazar Branch Branch
18 LALBAZAR STREET KOLKATA 700001
Kolkata, West Bengal
Phone: 33-22505058
IFSC: WBSC0KPCB01
Frequently asked questions
Is IFSC WBSC0KPCB01 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC WBSC0KPCB01 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
How do I add The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank Kolkata Police Co-Operative Bank Ltd Lalbazar Branch as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC WBSC0KPCB01, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Does The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank Kolkata Police Co-Operative Bank Ltd Lalbazar Branch branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 33-22505058 to confirm.
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 Kolkata Police Co-Operative Bank Ltd Lalbazar Branch branch but serve different purposes.
Is IFSC WBSC0KPCB01 the same for all accounts at Kolkata Police Co-Operative Bank Ltd Lalbazar Branch branch?
Yes. The IFSC WBSC0KPCB01 is shared by every account held at The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank's Kolkata Police Co-Operative Bank Ltd Lalbazar Branch branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
What is the IFSC code of The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank Kolkata Police Co-Operative Bank Ltd Lalbazar Branch branch?
The IFSC code of The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank, Kolkata Police Co-Operative Bank Ltd Lalbazar Branch branch is WBSC0KPCB01. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using WBSC0KPCB01 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank – Kolkata Police Co-Operative Bank Ltd Lalbazar Branch reflect within 30 minutes.
Can I use IFSC WBSC0KPCB01 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC WBSC0KPCB01 to send funds instantly.
Final notes
To recap: WBSC0KPCB01 is the IFSC code of The West Bengal State Cooperative Bank, KOLKATA POLICE CO-OPERATIVE BANK LTD LALBAZAR BRANCH branch, in KOLKATA, 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.


