IFSC Code of UCO Bank, Pehowa Branch, Haryana

Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to UCO Bank's PEHOWA branch in KURUKSHETRA, HARYANA. The branch's IFSC code UCBA0003005 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.

IFSC stands for Indian Financial System Code. It is an 11-character code that pinpoints a particular bank branch on the RBI's real-time payment rails. Every NEFT, RTGS or IMPS instruction must carry the destination branch's IFSC for the credit to land in the correct account.

In our case, UCBA0003005 is the IFSC of UCO Bank's PEHOWA branch. The format is fixed: UCBA = bank code, 0 = reserved, 003005 = branch identifier.

Branch details at a glance

Bank profile

UCO Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Pehowa branch — IFSC UCBA0003005 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Kurukshetra, Haryana.

Pehowa branch overview

Located at SHOP NO.122, ANAJ MANDI, OPP.POST OFFICE ,KURUKSHETRA ,HARYANA PIN 136128, the Pehowa branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC UCBA0003005 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.

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 UCO Bank's PEHOWA branch came to be assigned the code UCBA0003005.

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 UCBA0003005, money simply cannot be routed to the PEHOWA branch electronically.

How to transfer money using IFSC UCBA0003005

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 UCBA0003005 across all three.

NEFT to UCO Bank, PEHOWA using IFSC UCBA0003005

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 UCBA0003005, and confirm that the system picks up UCO Bank – PEHOWA. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC UCBA0003005

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 – PEHOWA, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC UCBA0003005 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

Send money instantly through IMPS

For a real-time, anytime transfer to UCO Bank – PEHOWA, use IMPS. With IFSC UCBA0003005 and the beneficiary's account number you can move up to ₹5 lakh per transaction with instant credit, any day of the year.

Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Pehowa

The right transfer rail depends on how urgent the payment is, how large it is, and whether the receiving bank participates in the chosen scheme. Every option below works with the IFSC UCBA0003005:

• NEFT — best for everyday transfers of any amount; settles in half-hourly batches around the clock.
• RTGS — best for transfers of ₹2 lakh and above; settles each transaction individually in real time.
• IMPS — best when speed matters more than batch scheduling; instant credit up to ₹5 lakh.
• UPI — best for small peer-to-peer payments using a VPA; the underlying account at PEHOWA is still linked to IFSC UCBA0003005.

For salary credits, vendor payouts and refunds, employers and merchants usually default to NEFT because of its zero per-transaction cost for retail customers and its 24x7 availability.

UPI payments and IFSC UCBA0003005

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 – PEHOWA is still mapped to IFSC UCBA0003005. 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 UCBA0003005 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Pehowa branch is mapped to IFSC UCBA0003005 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of UCO 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 UCBA0003005.

Banking services available

The Pehowa branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 91-9671486085.

• 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 UCBA0003005

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 UCBA0003005 and the account number together uniquely identify the Pehowa branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.

Online banking and IFSC UCBA0003005

UCO Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the PEHOWA 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 UCBA0003005 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 UCO Bank – PEHOWA:

• The IFSC is exactly UCBA0003005 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 PEHOWA 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.

How to reach the Pehowa branch

The branch is located at SHOP NO.122, ANAJ MANDI, OPP.POST OFFICE ,KURUKSHETRA ,HARYANA PIN 136128, which puts it inside Kurukshetra, the broader Kaithal district, and the state of Haryana. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “UCO Bank Pehowa branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC UCBA0003005 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 91-9671486085 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 UCBA0003005 and your account number.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC UCBA0003005 for UCO Bank – PEHOWA, 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 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 Pehowa branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC UCBA0003005, however, work 24x7.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code UCBA0003005 belongs to UCO Bank's PEHOWA branch, located at SHOP NO.122, ANAJ MANDI, OPP.POST OFFICE ,KURUKSHETRA ,HARYANA PIN 136128 in KURUKSHETRA, HARYANA. 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.