Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Union Bank of India's KUKANAR branch in SUKAMA, CHHATTISGARH. The branch's IFSC code UBIN0577529 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, UBIN0577529 is the IFSC of Union Bank of India's KUKANAR branch. The format is fixed: UBIN = bank code, 0 = reserved, 577529 = branch identifier.
About Union Bank of India
Union Bank of India operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Kukanar branch in Sukama. 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, UBIN0577529.
About this branch
The branch is located at KUKANAR BRANCH AT POST CHINDGARH 494115. It serves the Sukama 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 UBIN0577529 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Union Bank of India |
|---|---|
| Branch | Kukanar |
| IFSC Code | UBIN0577529 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | KUKANAR BRANCH AT POST CHINDGARH 494115 |
| City | Sukama |
| District | Sukama |
| State | Chhattisgarh |
| STD Code | 361 |
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 KUKANAR branch came to be assigned the code UBIN0577529.
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 UBIN0577529, money simply cannot be routed to the KUKANAR branch electronically.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Kukanar branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC UBIN0577529 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 UBIN0577529
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 UBIN0577529 across all three.
How to use IFSC UBIN0577529 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Union Bank of India's KUKANAR 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 UBIN0577529.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Union Bank of India and the branch as KUKANAR.
- 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 KUKANAR
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Union Bank of India's KUKANAR branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC UBIN0577529 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 – KUKANAR, use IMPS. With IFSC UBIN0577529 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 Kukanar
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 UBIN0577529:
- 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 KUKANAR is still linked to IFSC UBIN0577529.
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 UBIN0577529
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 – KUKANAR is still mapped to IFSC UBIN0577529. 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 UBIN0577529 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Kukanar branch is mapped to IFSC UBIN0577529 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 UBIN0577529.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Kukanar 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 UBIN0577529
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Kukanar 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 UBIN0577529 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.
How to reach the Kukanar branch
The branch is located at KUKANAR BRANCH AT POST CHINDGARH 494115, which puts it inside Sukama, the broader Sukama district, and the state of Chhattisgarh. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Union Bank of India Kukanar branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC UBIN0577529 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 UBIN0577529 and your account number.
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 – KUKANAR:
- The IFSC is exactly UBIN0577529 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 KUKANAR 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.
Working hours
Branch counters at Kukanar 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 UBIN0577529 continue to work without interruption.
Verifying IFSC UBIN0577529 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 UBIN0577529 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 IndiaKukanar Branch
KUKANAR BRANCH AT POST CHINDGARH 494115
Sukama, Chhattisgarh
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: UBIN0577529
Frequently asked questions
Where is Union Bank of India Kukanar branch located?
Union Bank of India's Kukanar branch is located at KUKANAR BRANCH AT POST CHINDGARH 494115, Sukama, Chhattisgarh.
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 Kukanar branch but serve different purposes.
Can I use IFSC UBIN0577529 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC UBIN0577529 to send funds instantly.
Does Union Bank of India Kukanar branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on the branch contact number to confirm.
How do I add Union Bank of India Kukanar as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC UBIN0577529, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
What is the IFSC code of Union Bank of India Kukanar branch?
The IFSC code of Union Bank of India, Kukanar branch is UBIN0577529. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Is IFSC UBIN0577529 the same for all accounts at Kukanar branch?
Yes. The IFSC UBIN0577529 is shared by every account held at Union Bank of India's Kukanar branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Final notes
To recap: UBIN0577529 is the IFSC code of Union Bank of India, KUKANAR branch, in SUKAMA, CHHATTISGARH. 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.


