Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to UCO Bank's GRAM PIPLIA HANA INDORE branch in INDORE, MADHYA PRADESH. The branch's IFSC code UCBA0000525 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.
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 UCO Bank – GRAM PIPLIA HANA INDORE is UCBA0000525. The first four letters UCBA are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 000525 map to this branch in INDORE, MADHYA PRADESH.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | UCO Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Gram Piplia Hana Indore |
| IFSC Code | UCBA0000525 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | 111 112,TILAK NAGAR MAIN ROAD, INDORE ,INDORE ,MADHYA PRADESH PIN 452018 |
| City | Indore |
| District | Indore |
| State | Madhya Pradesh |
| STD Code | 731 |
| Phone | 2490384 |
About the bank
UCO Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Gram Piplia Hana Indore branch in Indore, Madhya Pradesh is part of this network and uses the IFSC code UCBA0000525 for all electronic settlement.
About the Gram Piplia Hana Indore branch
The Gram Piplia Hana Indore branch of UCO Bank is situated at 111 112,TILAK NAGAR MAIN ROAD, INDORE ,INDORE ,MADHYA PRADESH PIN 452018. 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 UCBA0000525 is used.
Why every UCO 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 GRAM PIPLIA HANA INDORE of UCO Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code UCBA0000525 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 UCBA0000525 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 UCBA0000525
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 UCBA0000525 across all three.
How to use IFSC UCBA0000525 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to UCO Bank's GRAM PIPLIA HANA INDORE 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 UCBA0000525.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as UCO Bank and the branch as GRAM PIPLIA HANA INDORE.
- 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 GRAM PIPLIA HANA INDORE
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at UCO Bank's GRAM PIPLIA HANA INDORE branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC UCBA0000525 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to UCO Bank GRAM PIPLIA HANA INDORE (IFSC UCBA0000525)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC UCBA0000525 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the GRAM PIPLIA HANA INDORE branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC UCBA0000525 for UCO Bank – GRAM PIPLIA HANA INDORE, 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 – UCBA0000525 | Yes – UCBA0000525 | Yes – UCBA0000525 |
For most retail customers crediting the Gram Piplia Hana Indore 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 UCO Bank's GRAM PIPLIA HANA INDORE branch, the IFSC UCBA0000525 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.
Account types you can open at the Gram Piplia Hana Indore branch
Once you have an account at UCO Bank – GRAM PIPLIA HANA INDORE, the IFSC UCBA0000525 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 Gram Piplia Hana Indore branch can access most of UCO 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 UCBA0000525
MICR code & cheque clearing
Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by UCO Bank carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC UCBA0000525 and the account number together uniquely identify the Gram Piplia Hana Indore branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
Online banking and IFSC UCBA0000525
UCO Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the GRAM PIPLIA HANA INDORE 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 UCBA0000525 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.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC UCBA0000525
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 UCO Bank – GRAM PIPLIA HANA INDORE, 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:
UCBA0000525. - 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.
Reaching the branch
The Gram Piplia Hana Indore branch sits at 111 112,TILAK NAGAR MAIN ROAD, INDORE ,INDORE ,MADHYA PRADESH PIN 452018. If you are travelling from outside Indore, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 731-2490384 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 UCBA0000525 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC UCBA0000525 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 UCBA0000525 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 731-2490384.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Working hours
Branch counters at Gram Piplia Hana Indore 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 UCBA0000525 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
UCO BankGram Piplia Hana Indore Branch
111 112,TILAK NAGAR MAIN ROAD, INDORE ,INDORE ,MADHYA PRADESH PIN 452018
Indore, Madhya Pradesh
Phone: 731-2490384
IFSC: UCBA0000525
Frequently asked questions
What is the IFSC code of UCO Bank Gram Piplia Hana Indore branch?
The IFSC code of UCO Bank, Gram Piplia Hana Indore branch is UCBA0000525. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
How do I add UCO Bank Gram Piplia Hana Indore as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC UCBA0000525, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Where is UCO Bank Gram Piplia Hana Indore branch located?
UCO Bank's Gram Piplia Hana Indore branch is located at 111 112,TILAK NAGAR MAIN ROAD, INDORE ,INDORE ,MADHYA PRADESH PIN 452018, Indore, Madhya Pradesh.
Is IFSC UCBA0000525 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC UCBA0000525 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Does UCO Bank Gram Piplia Hana Indore branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 731-2490384 to confirm.
What is the phone number of UCO Bank Gram Piplia Hana Indore branch?
You can reach the branch at 731-2490384 during regular banking hours.
Final notes
To recap: UCBA0000525 is the IFSC code of UCO Bank, GRAM PIPLIA HANA INDORE branch, in INDORE, MADHYA PRADESH. 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.
