This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for UCO Bank, KANDAGHAT branch in KANDAGHAT. The 11-digit IFSC UCBA0000391 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 UCO Bank at the KANDAGHAT 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 UCO Bank's KANDAGHAT branch, the IFSC UCBA0000391 breaks down as follows: UCBA identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 000391 identifies this particular branch.
About UCO Bank
UCO Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Kandaghat branch in Kandaghat. 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, UCBA0000391.
Kandaghat branch overview
Located at VPO KANDAGHAT DIST SOLAN ,SOLAN ,HIMACHAL PRADESH PIN 173215, the Kandaghat branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC UCBA0000391 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | UCO Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Kandaghat |
| IFSC Code | UCBA0000391 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | VPO KANDAGHAT DIST SOLAN ,SOLAN ,HIMACHAL PRADESH PIN 173215 |
| City | Kandaghat |
| District | Kandaghat |
| State | Himachal Pradesh |
| STD Code | 1792 |
| Phone | 256240 |
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 KANDAGHAT of UCO Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code UCBA0000391 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 UCBA0000391 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
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 UCBA0000391 and the account number together uniquely identify the Kandaghat branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
How to transfer money using IFSC UCBA0000391
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 UCBA0000391 across all three.
NEFT to UCO Bank, KANDAGHAT using IFSC UCBA0000391
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 UCBA0000391, and confirm that the system picks up UCO Bank – KANDAGHAT. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC UCBA0000391
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 UCO Bank – KANDAGHAT, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC UCBA0000391 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
IMPS to UCO Bank KANDAGHAT (IFSC UCBA0000391)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC UCBA0000391 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the KANDAGHAT branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC UCBA0000391 for UCO Bank – KANDAGHAT, 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 – UCBA0000391 | Yes – UCBA0000391 | Yes – UCBA0000391 |
For most retail customers crediting the Kandaghat 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 UCBA0000391
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 UCO Bank – KANDAGHAT is still mapped to IFSC UCBA0000391. 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 UCBA0000391 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Account types you can open at the Kandaghat branch
Once you have an account at UCO Bank – KANDAGHAT, the IFSC UCBA0000391 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 Kandaghat 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 UCBA0000391
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Kandaghat 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 UCBA0000391 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.
How to reach the Kandaghat branch
The branch is located at VPO KANDAGHAT DIST SOLAN ,SOLAN ,HIMACHAL PRADESH PIN 173215, which puts it inside Kandaghat, the broader Kandaghat district, and the state of Himachal Pradesh. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “UCO Bank Kandaghat branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC UCBA0000391 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 1792-256240 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 UCBA0000391 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 UCO Bank – KANDAGHAT:
- The IFSC is exactly UCBA0000391 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills UCO Bank as the bank name and KANDAGHAT 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.
Working hours
Branch counters at Kandaghat 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 UCBA0000391 continue to work without interruption.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC UCBA0000391 for UCO Bank – KANDAGHAT, 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
UCO BankKandaghat Branch
VPO KANDAGHAT DIST SOLAN ,SOLAN ,HIMACHAL PRADESH PIN 173215
Kandaghat, Himachal Pradesh
Phone: 1792-256240
IFSC: UCBA0000391
Frequently asked questions
Can I use IFSC UCBA0000391 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC UCBA0000391 to send funds instantly.
Does UCO Bank Kandaghat branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 1792-256240 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 Kandaghat branch but serve different purposes.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using UCBA0000391 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to UCO Bank – Kandaghat reflect within 30 minutes.
Is IFSC UCBA0000391 the same for all accounts at Kandaghat branch?
Yes. The IFSC UCBA0000391 is shared by every account held at UCO Bank's Kandaghat branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Where is UCO Bank Kandaghat branch located?
UCO Bank's Kandaghat branch is located at VPO KANDAGHAT DIST SOLAN ,SOLAN ,HIMACHAL PRADESH PIN 173215, Kandaghat, Himachal Pradesh.
Final notes
To recap: UCBA0000391 is the IFSC code of UCO Bank, KANDAGHAT branch, in KANDAGHAT, HIMACHAL 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.


