Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Union Bank of India's SORAON branch in ALLAHABAD, UTTAR PRADESH. The branch's IFSC code UBIN0561266 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, UBIN0561266 is the IFSC of Union Bank of India's SORAON branch. The format is fixed: UBIN = bank code, 0 = reserved, 561266 = branch identifier.
Bank profile
Union Bank of India is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Soraon branch — IFSC UBIN0561266 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh.
About the Soraon branch
The Soraon branch of Union Bank of India is situated at ALLAHABAD PRATAPGARH ROAD SORAON PO SORAON DIST ALLAHABAD. Customers visiting this branch can complete cash deposits, withdrawals, demand draft requests, cheque clearing, passbook updates and KYC formalities. For online transactions to or from this branch, the IFSC code UBIN0561266 is used.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Union Bank of India |
|---|---|
| Branch | Soraon |
| IFSC Code | UBIN0561266 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | ALLAHABAD PRATAPGARH ROAD SORAON PO SORAON DIST ALLAHABAD |
| City | Allahabad |
| District | Allahabad |
| State | Uttar Pradesh |
Why every Union Bank of India 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 SORAON of Union Bank of India — its own 11-character IFSC. The code UBIN0561266 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 UBIN0561266 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Soraon branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC UBIN0561266 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.
How to transfer money using IFSC UBIN0561266
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 UBIN0561266 across all three.
How to use IFSC UBIN0561266 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Union Bank of India's SORAON 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 UBIN0561266.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Union Bank of India and the branch as SORAON.
- 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 SORAON
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Union Bank of India's SORAON branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC UBIN0561266 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Union Bank of India – SORAON, use IMPS. With IFSC UBIN0561266 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 Soraon
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 UBIN0561266:
- 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 SORAON is still linked to IFSC UBIN0561266.
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 UBIN0561266
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 Union Bank of India – SORAON is still mapped to IFSC UBIN0561266. 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 UBIN0561266 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Account types you can open at the Soraon branch
Once you have an account at Union Bank of India – SORAON, the IFSC UBIN0561266 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 Soraon branch can access most of Union Bank of India'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 UBIN0561266
Online banking and IFSC UBIN0561266
Union Bank of India customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the SORAON 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 UBIN0561266 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.
How to reach the Soraon branch
The branch is located at ALLAHABAD PRATAPGARH ROAD SORAON PO SORAON DIST ALLAHABAD, which puts it inside Allahabad, the broader Allahabad district, and the state of Uttar Pradesh. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Union Bank of India Soraon branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC UBIN0561266 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling the branch contact number 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 UBIN0561266 and your account number.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC UBIN0561266
An incorrect IFSC almost always results in a failed transfer or, worse, a credit to the wrong branch. Before you click Confirm on a transfer to Union Bank of India – SORAON, double-check for these issues:
- Confusing 0 with O. The fifth character of every IFSC is the digit
0, not the letter O. Read carefully. - Spaces or hyphens. Do not put spaces in the IFSC. It is exactly 11 characters:
UBIN0561266. - Wrong branch. A bank can have dozens of branches in the same city. Make sure you are using the IFSC for the actual branch where the beneficiary holds the account, not just any nearby branch.
- Old IFSC after a merger. If two banks have merged, the IFSC may have been reissued. Always verify with a recent passbook or cheque leaf.
- Copy-paste from chat. Auto-correct on phones can silently change letters in IFSC codes. Type carefully or copy from a trusted source like the cheque book.
Working hours
Branch counters at Soraon 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 UBIN0561266 continue to work without interruption.
Verifying IFSC UBIN0561266 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 UBIN0561266 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on the branch contact number.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Branch address & contact
Union Bank of IndiaSoraon Branch
ALLAHABAD PRATAPGARH ROAD SORAON PO SORAON DIST ALLAHABAD
Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: UBIN0561266
Frequently asked questions
How do I add Union Bank of India Soraon as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC UBIN0561266, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using UBIN0561266 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Union Bank of India – Soraon reflect within 30 minutes.
Is IFSC UBIN0561266 the same for all accounts at Soraon branch?
Yes. The IFSC UBIN0561266 is shared by every account held at Union Bank of India's Soraon branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Is IFSC UBIN0561266 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC UBIN0561266 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Where is Union Bank of India Soraon branch located?
Union Bank of India's Soraon branch is located at ALLAHABAD PRATAPGARH ROAD SORAON PO SORAON DIST ALLAHABAD, Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh.
What is the IFSC code of Union Bank of India Soraon branch?
The IFSC code of Union Bank of India, Soraon branch is UBIN0561266. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Does Union Bank of India Soraon branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on the branch contact number to confirm.
Can I use IFSC UBIN0561266 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC UBIN0561266 to send funds instantly.
Summary
The IFSC code UBIN0561266 belongs to Union Bank of India's SORAON branch, located at ALLAHABAD PRATAPGARH ROAD SORAON PO SORAON DIST ALLAHABAD in ALLAHABAD, UTTAR PRADESH. 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.


