Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to UCO Bank's RAHUWAS branch in RAHUWAS RJ, RAJASTHAN. The branch's IFSC code UCBA0001649 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 – RAHUWAS is UCBA0001649. The first four letters UCBA are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 001649 map to this branch in RAHUWAS RJ, RAJASTHAN.
About the bank
UCO Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Rahuwas branch in Rahuwas Rj, Rajasthan is part of this network and uses the IFSC code UCBA0001649 for all electronic settlement.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | UCO Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Rahuwas |
| IFSC Code | UCBA0001649 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | VILLAGE RAHUWAS TEHSIL LALSOT DISTRICT DAUSA ,DAUSA ,RAJASTHAN PIN 303505 |
| City | Rahuwas Rj |
| District | Rahuwas Rj |
| State | Rajasthan |
| STD Code | 1427 |
| Phone | 282234 |
Rahuwas branch overview
Located at VILLAGE RAHUWAS TEHSIL LALSOT DISTRICT DAUSA ,DAUSA ,RAJASTHAN PIN 303505, the Rahuwas branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC UCBA0001649 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.
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 RAHUWAS of UCO Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code UCBA0001649 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 UCBA0001649 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Rahuwas branch is mapped to IFSC UCBA0001649 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 UCBA0001649.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Rahuwas 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 UCBA0001649
How to transfer money using IFSC UCBA0001649
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 UCBA0001649 across all three.
How to use IFSC UCBA0001649 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to UCO Bank's RAHUWAS 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 UCBA0001649.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as UCO Bank and the branch as RAHUWAS.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC UCBA0001649
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 – RAHUWAS, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC UCBA0001649 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to UCO Bank – RAHUWAS, use IMPS. With IFSC UCBA0001649 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 Rahuwas
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 UCBA0001649:
- 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 RAHUWAS is still linked to IFSC UCBA0001649.
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 UCBA0001649
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 – RAHUWAS is still mapped to IFSC UCBA0001649. 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 UCBA0001649 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Online banking and IFSC UCBA0001649
UCO Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the RAHUWAS 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 UCBA0001649 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.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Rahuwas branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC UCBA0001649 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 – RAHUWAS:
- The IFSC is exactly UCBA0001649 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 RAHUWAS 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 Rahuwas branch sits at VILLAGE RAHUWAS TEHSIL LALSOT DISTRICT DAUSA ,DAUSA ,RAJASTHAN PIN 303505. If you are travelling from outside Rahuwas Rj, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 1427-282234 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 UCBA0001649 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC UCBA0001649 for UCO Bank – RAHUWAS, 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 Rahuwas branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC UCBA0001649, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
UCO BankRahuwas Branch
VILLAGE RAHUWAS TEHSIL LALSOT DISTRICT DAUSA ,DAUSA ,RAJASTHAN PIN 303505
Rahuwas Rj, Rajasthan
Phone: 1427-282234
IFSC: UCBA0001649
Frequently asked questions
Where is UCO Bank Rahuwas branch located?
UCO Bank's Rahuwas branch is located at VILLAGE RAHUWAS TEHSIL LALSOT DISTRICT DAUSA ,DAUSA ,RAJASTHAN PIN 303505, Rahuwas Rj, Rajasthan.
What is the phone number of UCO Bank Rahuwas branch?
You can reach the branch at 1427-282234 during regular banking hours.
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 Rahuwas branch but serve different purposes.
Is IFSC UCBA0001649 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC UCBA0001649 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Can I use IFSC UCBA0001649 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC UCBA0001649 to send funds instantly.
What is the IFSC code of UCO Bank Rahuwas branch?
The IFSC code of UCO Bank, Rahuwas branch is UCBA0001649. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Is IFSC UCBA0001649 the same for all accounts at Rahuwas branch?
Yes. The IFSC UCBA0001649 is shared by every account held at UCO Bank's Rahuwas branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Does UCO Bank Rahuwas branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 1427-282234 to confirm.
Summary
The IFSC code UCBA0001649 belongs to UCO Bank's RAHUWAS branch, located at VILLAGE RAHUWAS TEHSIL LALSOT DISTRICT DAUSA ,DAUSA ,RAJASTHAN PIN 303505 in RAHUWAS RJ, RAJASTHAN. 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.


