Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Union Bank of India's GAGWANA branch in GAGWANA, RAJASTHAN. The branch's IFSC code UBIN0542997 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, UBIN0542997 is the IFSC of Union Bank of India's GAGWANA branch. The format is fixed: UBIN = bank code, 0 = reserved, 542997 = branch identifier.
About the bank
Union Bank of India serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Gagwana branch in Gagwana, Rajasthan is part of this network and uses the IFSC code UBIN0542997 for all electronic settlement.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Union Bank of India |
|---|---|
| Branch | Gagwana |
| IFSC Code | UBIN0542997 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | AT & POST GAGWANA,DIST. AJMER, RAJASTHAN,PIN - 305 023. |
| City | Gagwana |
| District | Ajmer |
| State | Rajasthan |
| Phone | 2788166 |
About the Gagwana branch
The Gagwana branch of Union Bank of India is situated at AT & POST GAGWANA,DIST. AJMER, RAJASTHAN,PIN - 305 023.. 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 UBIN0542997 is used.
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 Union Bank of India's GAGWANA branch came to be assigned the code UBIN0542997.
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 UBIN0542997, money simply cannot be routed to the GAGWANA branch electronically.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Gagwana branch is mapped to IFSC UBIN0542997 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of Union Bank of India, 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 UBIN0542997.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Gagwana 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 UBIN0542997
How to transfer money using IFSC UBIN0542997
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 UBIN0542997 across all three.
How to use IFSC UBIN0542997 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Union Bank of India's GAGWANA 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 UBIN0542997.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Union Bank of India and the branch as GAGWANA.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC UBIN0542997
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 Union Bank of India – GAGWANA, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC UBIN0542997 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Union Bank of India – GAGWANA, use IMPS. With IFSC UBIN0542997 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 Gagwana
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 UBIN0542997:
- 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 GAGWANA is still linked to IFSC UBIN0542997.
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 Union Bank of India's GAGWANA branch, the IFSC UBIN0542997 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.
Online banking and IFSC UBIN0542997
Union Bank of India customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the GAGWANA 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 UBIN0542997 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 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 UBIN0542997 and the account number together uniquely identify the Gagwana branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
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 Union Bank of India – GAGWANA:
- The IFSC is exactly UBIN0542997 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills Union Bank of India as the bank name and GAGWANA 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 Gagwana branch sits at AT & POST GAGWANA,DIST. AJMER, RAJASTHAN,PIN - 305 023.. If you are travelling from outside Gagwana, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 2788166 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 UBIN0542997 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC UBIN0542997 for Union Bank of India – GAGWANA, 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.
Working hours
Branch counters at Gagwana 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 UBIN0542997 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Union Bank of IndiaGagwana Branch
AT & POST GAGWANA,DIST. AJMER, RAJASTHAN,PIN - 305 023.
Gagwana, Rajasthan
Phone: 2788166
IFSC: UBIN0542997
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 Gagwana branch but serve different purposes.
Does Union Bank of India Gagwana branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 2788166 to confirm.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using UBIN0542997 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Union Bank of India – Gagwana reflect within 30 minutes.
How do I add Union Bank of India Gagwana as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC UBIN0542997, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Where is Union Bank of India Gagwana branch located?
Union Bank of India's Gagwana branch is located at AT & POST GAGWANA,DIST. AJMER, RAJASTHAN,PIN - 305 023., Gagwana, Rajasthan.
What is the phone number of Union Bank of India Gagwana branch?
You can reach the branch at 2788166 during regular banking hours.
Final notes
To recap: UBIN0542997 is the IFSC code of Union Bank of India, GAGWANA branch, in GAGWANA, RAJASTHAN. 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.


