If you are searching for the IFSC code of Union Bank of India, EAST GANGAVARAM branch in EAST GANGAVARAM, ANDHRA PRADESH, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is UBIN0801909. 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 EAST GANGAVARAM branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC UBIN0801909 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.
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 Union Bank of India – EAST GANGAVARAM is UBIN0801909. The first four letters UBIN are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 801909 map to this branch in EAST GANGAVARAM, ANDHRA PRADESH.
About Union Bank of India
Union Bank of India operates a wide network of branches across India, including the East Gangavaram branch in East Gangavaram. 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, UBIN0801909.
East Gangavaram branch overview
Located at BODDIKURAPADU ROAD,EAST GANGAVARAM,TALLURU M,PRAKASAM DIST,AP, the East Gangavaram branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC UBIN0801909 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Union Bank of India |
|---|---|
| Branch | East Gangavaram |
| IFSC Code | UBIN0801909 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | BODDIKURAPADU ROAD,EAST GANGAVARAM,TALLURU M,PRAKASAM DIST,AP |
| City | East Gangavaram |
| District | Prakasam |
| State | Andhra Pradesh |
| Phone | 8407234288 |
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 EAST GANGAVARAM of Union Bank of India — its own 11-character IFSC. The code UBIN0801909 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 UBIN0801909 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 East Gangavaram branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC UBIN0801909 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 UBIN0801909
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 UBIN0801909 across all three.
How to use IFSC UBIN0801909 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Union Bank of India's EAST GANGAVARAM 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 UBIN0801909.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Union Bank of India and the branch as EAST GANGAVARAM.
- 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 EAST GANGAVARAM
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Union Bank of India's EAST GANGAVARAM branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC UBIN0801909 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to Union Bank of India EAST GANGAVARAM (IFSC UBIN0801909)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC UBIN0801909 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the EAST GANGAVARAM branch account within seconds.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to East Gangavaram
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 UBIN0801909:
- 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 EAST GANGAVARAM is still linked to IFSC UBIN0801909.
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 UBIN0801909
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 – EAST GANGAVARAM is still mapped to IFSC UBIN0801909. 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 UBIN0801909 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Account types you can open at the East Gangavaram branch
Once you have an account at Union Bank of India – EAST GANGAVARAM, the IFSC UBIN0801909 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 East Gangavaram 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 UBIN0801909
Online banking and IFSC UBIN0801909
Union Bank of India customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the EAST GANGAVARAM 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 UBIN0801909 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 East Gangavaram branch
The branch is located at BODDIKURAPADU ROAD,EAST GANGAVARAM,TALLURU M,PRAKASAM DIST,AP, which puts it inside East Gangavaram, the broader Prakasam district, and the state of Andhra Pradesh. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Union Bank of India East Gangavaram branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC UBIN0801909 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 8407234288 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 UBIN0801909 and your account number.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC UBIN0801909
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 – EAST GANGAVARAM, 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:
UBIN0801909. - 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 East Gangavaram 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 UBIN0801909 continue to work without interruption.
Verifying IFSC UBIN0801909 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 UBIN0801909 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 8407234288.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Branch address & contact
Union Bank of IndiaEast Gangavaram Branch
BODDIKURAPADU ROAD,EAST GANGAVARAM,TALLURU M,PRAKASAM DIST,AP
East Gangavaram, Andhra Pradesh
Phone: 8407234288
IFSC: UBIN0801909
Frequently asked questions
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 East Gangavaram branch but serve different purposes.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using UBIN0801909 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Union Bank of India – East Gangavaram reflect within 30 minutes.
What is the phone number of Union Bank of India East Gangavaram branch?
You can reach the branch at 8407234288 during regular banking hours.
Is IFSC UBIN0801909 the same for all accounts at East Gangavaram branch?
Yes. The IFSC UBIN0801909 is shared by every account held at Union Bank of India's East Gangavaram branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Can I use IFSC UBIN0801909 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC UBIN0801909 to send funds instantly.
What is the IFSC code of Union Bank of India East Gangavaram branch?
The IFSC code of Union Bank of India, East Gangavaram branch is UBIN0801909. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
How do I add Union Bank of India East Gangavaram as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC UBIN0801909, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Is IFSC UBIN0801909 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC UBIN0801909 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Final notes
To recap: UBIN0801909 is the IFSC code of Union Bank of India, EAST GANGAVARAM branch, in EAST GANGAVARAM, ANDHRA PRADESH. 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.


