Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to UCO Bank's PORBANDAR branch in PORBANDAR, GUJARAT. The branch's IFSC code UCBA0000128 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, UCBA0000128 is the IFSC of UCO Bank's PORBANDAR branch. The format is fixed: UCBA = bank code, 0 = reserved, 000128 = branch identifier.
About UCO Bank
UCO Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Porbandar branch in Porbandar. 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, UCBA0000128.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | UCO Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Porbandar |
| IFSC Code | UCBA0000128 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | GROUND FLOOR, VRUJ VIHAR, SVP ROAD, PORBANDAR ,GUJARAT PIN 360575 |
| City | Porbandar |
| District | Porbandar |
| State | Gujarat |
| STD Code | 286 |
| Phone | 2245130 |
Porbandar branch overview
Located at GROUND FLOOR, VRUJ VIHAR, SVP ROAD, PORBANDAR ,GUJARAT PIN 360575, the Porbandar branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC UCBA0000128 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 PORBANDAR branch came to be assigned the code UCBA0000128.
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 UCBA0000128, money simply cannot be routed to the PORBANDAR branch electronically.
Account types you can open at the Porbandar branch
Once you have an account at UCO Bank – PORBANDAR, the IFSC UCBA0000128 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 Porbandar 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 UCBA0000128
How to transfer money using IFSC UCBA0000128
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 UCBA0000128 across all three.
How to use IFSC UCBA0000128 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to UCO Bank's PORBANDAR 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 UCBA0000128.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as UCO Bank and the branch as PORBANDAR.
- 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 PORBANDAR
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at UCO Bank's PORBANDAR branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC UCBA0000128 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to UCO Bank PORBANDAR (IFSC UCBA0000128)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC UCBA0000128 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the PORBANDAR branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC UCBA0000128 for UCO Bank – PORBANDAR, 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 – UCBA0000128 | Yes – UCBA0000128 | Yes – UCBA0000128 |
For most retail customers crediting the Porbandar 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 UCBA0000128
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 – PORBANDAR is still mapped to IFSC UCBA0000128. 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 UCBA0000128 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Porbandar 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 UCBA0000128 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.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Porbandar branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC UCBA0000128 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.
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 – PORBANDAR:
- The IFSC is exactly UCBA0000128 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 PORBANDAR 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 Porbandar branch
The branch is located at GROUND FLOOR, VRUJ VIHAR, SVP ROAD, PORBANDAR ,GUJARAT PIN 360575, which puts it inside Porbandar, the broader Porbandar district, and the state of Gujarat. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “UCO Bank Porbandar branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC UCBA0000128 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 286-2245130 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 UCBA0000128 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC UCBA0000128 for UCO Bank – PORBANDAR, 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 Porbandar branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC UCBA0000128, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
UCO BankPorbandar Branch
GROUND FLOOR, VRUJ VIHAR, SVP ROAD, PORBANDAR ,GUJARAT PIN 360575
Porbandar, Gujarat
Phone: 286-2245130
IFSC: UCBA0000128
Frequently asked questions
What is the phone number of UCO Bank Porbandar branch?
You can reach the branch at 286-2245130 during regular banking hours.
Is IFSC UCBA0000128 the same for all accounts at Porbandar branch?
Yes. The IFSC UCBA0000128 is shared by every account held at UCO Bank's Porbandar branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Can I use IFSC UCBA0000128 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC UCBA0000128 to send funds instantly.
Is IFSC UCBA0000128 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC UCBA0000128 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
How do I add UCO Bank Porbandar as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC UCBA0000128, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Does UCO Bank Porbandar branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 286-2245130 to confirm.
Summary
The IFSC code UCBA0000128 belongs to UCO Bank's PORBANDAR branch, located at GROUND FLOOR, VRUJ VIHAR, SVP ROAD, PORBANDAR ,GUJARAT PIN 360575 in PORBANDAR, GUJARAT. 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.


