IFSC Code of Union Bank of India, Apgb Sarpavaram Branch, Andhra Pradesh

If you are searching for the IFSC code of Union Bank of India, APGB SARPAVARAM branch in SARPAVARAM, ANDHRA PRADESH, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is UBIN0CG7179. 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 APGB SARPAVARAM branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC UBIN0CG7179 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 – APGB SARPAVARAM is UBIN0CG7179. The first four letters UBIN are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters CG7179 map to this branch in SARPAVARAM, ANDHRA PRADESH.

Bank profile

Union Bank of India is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Apgb Sarpavaram branch — IFSC UBIN0CG7179 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Sarpavaram, Andhra Pradesh.

Branch details at a glance

About this branch

The branch is located at NEAR D.NO.3 218,PUNTHA ROAD,SARPAVARAM VILLAGE ,KAKINADA RURAL MANDAL. It serves the Sarpavaram 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 UBIN0CG7179 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 APGB SARPAVARAM of Union Bank of India — its own 11-character IFSC. The code UBIN0CG7179 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 UBIN0CG7179 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.

Account types you can open at the Apgb Sarpavaram branch

Once you have an account at Union Bank of India – APGB SARPAVARAM, the IFSC UBIN0CG7179 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 Apgb Sarpavaram branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 9100903080.

• 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 UBIN0CG7179

How to transfer money using IFSC UBIN0CG7179

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 UBIN0CG7179 across all three.

How to use IFSC UBIN0CG7179 for an NEFT transfer

NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Union Bank of India's APGB SARPAVARAM 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 UBIN0CG7179.
4. Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Union Bank of India and the branch as APGB SARPAVARAM.
5. Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC UBIN0CG7179

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 – APGB SARPAVARAM, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC UBIN0CG7179 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

IMPS to Union Bank of India APGB SARPAVARAM (IFSC UBIN0CG7179)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC UBIN0CG7179 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the APGB SARPAVARAM branch account within seconds.

NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?

All three modes accept the IFSC UBIN0CG7179 for Union Bank of India – APGB SARPAVARAM, but they differ in speed, minimum amount and use case. The table below summarises the differences so you can pick the right channel for the situation at hand.

For most retail customers crediting the Apgb Sarpavaram branch, NEFT or IMPS will be the quickest and most economical option. RTGS comes in for one-off, high-value movements such as property purchases, vendor settlements or large gifts.

UPI payments and IFSC UBIN0CG7179

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 – APGB SARPAVARAM is still mapped to IFSC UBIN0CG7179. 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 UBIN0CG7179 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Digital banking channels

Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Apgb Sarpavaram branch counter can now be completed digitally — adding a beneficiary, transferring funds, applying for a fixed deposit, raising a service request or downloading account statements. The IFSC UBIN0CG7179 is the link between the digital channel and the branch ledger; once a transaction is confirmed, the credit or debit is reflected in the same core banking system that the branch officers see.

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 UBIN0CG7179 and the account number together uniquely identify the Apgb Sarpavaram branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC UBIN0CG7179

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 – APGB SARPAVARAM, 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: UBIN0CG7179.
• 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 Apgb Sarpavaram branch

The branch is located at NEAR D.NO.3 218,PUNTHA ROAD,SARPAVARAM VILLAGE ,KAKINADA RURAL MANDAL, which puts it inside Sarpavaram, the broader East Godavari district, and the state of Andhra Pradesh. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Union Bank of India Apgb Sarpavaram branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC UBIN0CG7179 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 9100903080 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 UBIN0CG7179 and your account number.

Verifying IFSC UBIN0CG7179 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 UBIN0CG7179 by:

• Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
• Opening the passbook's first page.
• Calling the branch directly on 9100903080.
• Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.

Working hours

Branch counters at Apgb Sarpavaram 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 UBIN0CG7179 continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code UBIN0CG7179 belongs to Union Bank of India's APGB SARPAVARAM branch, located at NEAR D.NO.3 218,PUNTHA ROAD,SARPAVARAM VILLAGE ,KAKINADA RURAL MANDAL in SARPAVARAM, ANDHRA 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.