Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited's ARRAH branch in ARRAH, BIHAR. The branch's IFSC code UJVN0003621 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.
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 Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited's ARRAH branch, the IFSC UJVN0003621 breaks down as follows: UJVN identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 003621 identifies this particular branch.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited |
|---|---|
| Branch | Arrah |
| IFSC Code | UJVN0003621 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | MANGALAM UTSAV PALACE,NEAR CIRCUIT HOUSE,PAKRI ROAD, AARAH,BHOJPUR,BIHAR-802301 |
| City | Arrah |
| District | Bhojpur |
| State | Bihar |
| STD Code | 80 |
| Phone | 40712166 |
About Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited
Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Arrah branch in Arrah. 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, UJVN0003621.
About this branch
The branch is located at MANGALAM UTSAV PALACE,NEAR CIRCUIT HOUSE,PAKRI ROAD, AARAH,BHOJPUR,BIHAR-802301. It serves the Arrah region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited. The IFSC UJVN0003621 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
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 Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited's ARRAH branch came to be assigned the code UJVN0003621.
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 UJVN0003621, money simply cannot be routed to the ARRAH branch electronically.
How to transfer money using IFSC UJVN0003621
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 UJVN0003621 across all three.
How to use IFSC UJVN0003621 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited's ARRAH 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 UJVN0003621.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited and the branch as ARRAH.
- 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 ARRAH
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited's ARRAH branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC UJVN0003621 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited – ARRAH, use IMPS. With IFSC UJVN0003621 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 Arrah
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 UJVN0003621:
- 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 ARRAH is still linked to IFSC UJVN0003621.
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.
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 Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited's ARRAH branch, the IFSC UJVN0003621 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.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Arrah branch is mapped to IFSC UJVN0003621 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited, 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 UJVN0003621.
Banking services available
The Arrah branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 80-40712166.
- 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 UJVN0003621
MICR code & cheque clearing
Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC UJVN0003621 and the account number together uniquely identify the Arrah branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
Online banking and IFSC UJVN0003621
Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the ARRAH 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 UJVN0003621 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 Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited – ARRAH:
- The IFSC is exactly UJVN0003621 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited as the bank name and ARRAH 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 Arrah branch
The branch is located at MANGALAM UTSAV PALACE,NEAR CIRCUIT HOUSE,PAKRI ROAD, AARAH,BHOJPUR,BIHAR-802301, which puts it inside Arrah, the broader Bhojpur district, and the state of Bihar. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited Arrah branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC UJVN0003621 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 80-40712166 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 UJVN0003621 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC UJVN0003621 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 UJVN0003621 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 80-40712166.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Working hours
Branch counters at Arrah 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 UJVN0003621 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Ujjivan Small Finance Bank LimitedArrah Branch
MANGALAM UTSAV PALACE,NEAR CIRCUIT HOUSE,PAKRI ROAD, AARAH,BHOJPUR,BIHAR-802301
Arrah, Bihar
Phone: 80-40712166
IFSC: UJVN0003621
Frequently asked questions
How do I add Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited Arrah as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC UJVN0003621, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Does Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited Arrah branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 80-40712166 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 Arrah branch but serve different purposes.
What is the IFSC code of Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited Arrah branch?
The IFSC code of Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited, Arrah branch is UJVN0003621. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using UJVN0003621 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited – Arrah reflect within 30 minutes.
Is IFSC UJVN0003621 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC UJVN0003621 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Can I use IFSC UJVN0003621 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC UJVN0003621 to send funds instantly.
Final notes
To recap: UJVN0003621 is the IFSC code of Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited, ARRAH branch, in ARRAH, BIHAR. 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.


