IFSC Code of Union Bank of India, Forest Research Institute - Dehradun Branch, Uttarakhand

If you are searching for the IFSC code of Union Bank of India, FOREST RESEARCH INSTITUTE - DEHRADUN branch in DEHRADUN, UTTARAKHAND, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is UBIN0549690. You can use it for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers, online banking add-payee actions, UPI mandates and any other electronic payment request that asks for an Indian Financial System Code. The information on this page is curated specifically for customers, remitters, employers and businesses who need to credit funds to an account maintained at this branch, and it is structured so you can find what you need within a few seconds of landing here.

You will see the complete branch address, the area STD code and phone number, the city and state, the day-to-day banking services that are typically offered at the FOREST RESEARCH INSTITUTE - DEHRADUN branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC UBIN0549690 across NEFT, RTGS and IMPS rails. A frequently-asked-questions section at the end answers the most common queries we receive about this particular branch.

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, UBIN0549690 is the IFSC of Union Bank of India's FOREST RESEARCH INSTITUTE - DEHRADUN branch. The format is fixed: UBIN = bank code, 0 = reserved, 549690 = branch identifier.

Branch details at a glance

Bank profile

Union Bank of India is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Forest Research Institute - Dehradun branch — IFSC UBIN0549690 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Dehradun, Uttarakhand.

About this branch

The branch is located at P.O. NEW FOREST,DEHRADUN, UTTAR PRADESH,PIN - 248 006.. It serves the Dehradun region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of Union Bank of India. The IFSC UBIN0549690 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.

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 FOREST RESEARCH INSTITUTE - DEHRADUN of Union Bank of India — its own 11-character IFSC. The code UBIN0549690 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 UBIN0549690 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.

How to transfer money using IFSC UBIN0549690

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 UBIN0549690 across all three.

How to use IFSC UBIN0549690 for an NEFT transfer

NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Union Bank of India's FOREST RESEARCH INSTITUTE - DEHRADUN 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).

1. Log in to your internet banking or mobile banking app.
2. Choose Add Beneficiary and select NEFT / Other Bank.
3. Enter the beneficiary name, account number and the IFSC UBIN0549690.
4. Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Union Bank of India and the branch as FOREST RESEARCH INSTITUTE - DEHRADUN.
5. 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 FOREST RESEARCH INSTITUTE - DEHRADUN

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Union Bank of India's FOREST RESEARCH INSTITUTE - DEHRADUN branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC UBIN0549690 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

IMPS to Union Bank of India FOREST RESEARCH INSTITUTE - DEHRADUN (IFSC UBIN0549690)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC UBIN0549690 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the FOREST RESEARCH INSTITUTE - DEHRADUN branch account within seconds.

Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Forest Research Institute - Dehradun

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 UBIN0549690:

• 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 FOREST RESEARCH INSTITUTE - DEHRADUN is still linked to IFSC UBIN0549690.

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 UBIN0549690

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 – FOREST RESEARCH INSTITUTE - DEHRADUN is still mapped to IFSC UBIN0549690. 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 UBIN0549690 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Account types you can open at the Forest Research Institute - Dehradun branch

Once you have an account at Union Bank of India – FOREST RESEARCH INSTITUTE - DEHRADUN, the IFSC UBIN0549690 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.

Banking services available

The Forest Research Institute - Dehradun branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on the branch contact number.

• 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 UBIN0549690

MICR code & cheque clearing

Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by Union Bank of India carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC UBIN0549690 and the account number together uniquely identify the Forest Research Institute - Dehradun branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.

Online banking and IFSC UBIN0549690

Union Bank of India customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the FOREST RESEARCH INSTITUTE - DEHRADUN 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 UBIN0549690 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.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC UBIN0549690

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 – FOREST RESEARCH INSTITUTE - DEHRADUN, 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: UBIN0549690.
• 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.

How to reach the Forest Research Institute - Dehradun branch

The branch is located at P.O. NEW FOREST,DEHRADUN, UTTAR PRADESH,PIN - 248 006., which puts it inside Dehradun, the broader Dehradun district, and the state of Uttarakhand. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Union Bank of India Forest Research Institute - Dehradun branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC UBIN0549690 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling the branch contact number 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 UBIN0549690 and your account number.

Verifying IFSC UBIN0549690 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 UBIN0549690 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.

Working hours

Branch counters at Forest Research Institute - Dehradun 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 UBIN0549690 continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Final notes

To recap: UBIN0549690 is the IFSC code of Union Bank of India, FOREST RESEARCH INSTITUTE - DEHRADUN branch, in DEHRADUN, UTTARAKHAND. 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.