IFSC Code of Utkarsh Small Finance Bank, Akbarpur -Up Branch, Uttar Pradesh

This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Utkarsh Small Finance Bank, AKBARPUR -UP branch in AMBEDAKAR NAGAR. The 11-digit IFSC UTKS0001249 uniquely identifies this branch in the RBI's centralised payments network and is required for every NEFT, RTGS or IMPS transaction routed to this branch. If you are paying somebody who banks with Utkarsh Small Finance Bank at the AKBARPUR -UP location, this is the only IFSC you need.

We have organised this page into clearly labelled sections so you can jump straight to the part that interests you — the IFSC and MICR details, the full postal address, the contact phone number, a quick primer on NEFT, RTGS and IMPS, the typical product line-up at the branch, and a frequently asked questions section that addresses the queries people raise most often about this 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, UTKS0001249 is the IFSC of Utkarsh Small Finance Bank's AKBARPUR -UP branch. The format is fixed: UTKS = bank code, 0 = reserved, 001249 = branch identifier.

About the bank

Utkarsh Small Finance Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Akbarpur -Up branch in Ambedakar Nagar, Uttar Pradesh is part of this network and uses the IFSC code UTKS0001249 for all electronic settlement.

Branch details at a glance

Akbarpur -Up branch overview

Located at VILLAGE - MOHASINPUR,MANSOORPUR,PARAGANA - AKBARPUR TAHSIL - AKABARPUR,POST - BANGAO DEHWA,DISTRICT - AMBEDKARNAGAR,UP,PIN CODE-224122, the Akbarpur -Up branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC UTKS0001249 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.

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 Utkarsh Small Finance Bank's AKBARPUR -UP branch came to be assigned the code UTKS0001249.

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 UTKS0001249, money simply cannot be routed to the AKBARPUR -UP branch electronically.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Akbarpur -Up branch is mapped to IFSC UTKS0001249 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of Utkarsh Small Finance Bank, 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 UTKS0001249.

Banking services available

The Akbarpur -Up branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 7234901352.

• 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 UTKS0001249

How to transfer money using IFSC UTKS0001249

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 UTKS0001249 across all three.

How to use IFSC UTKS0001249 for an NEFT transfer

NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Utkarsh Small Finance Bank's AKBARPUR -UP 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 UTKS0001249.
4. Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Utkarsh Small Finance Bank and the branch as AKBARPUR -UP.
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 AKBARPUR -UP

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Utkarsh Small Finance Bank's AKBARPUR -UP branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC UTKS0001249 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

IMPS to Utkarsh Small Finance Bank AKBARPUR -UP (IFSC UTKS0001249)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC UTKS0001249 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the AKBARPUR -UP branch account within seconds.

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

All three modes accept the IFSC UTKS0001249 for Utkarsh Small Finance Bank – AKBARPUR -UP, 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 Akbarpur -Up 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 UTKS0001249

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 Utkarsh Small Finance Bank – AKBARPUR -UP is still mapped to IFSC UTKS0001249. 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 UTKS0001249 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Online banking and IFSC UTKS0001249

Utkarsh Small Finance Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the AKBARPUR -UP 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 UTKS0001249 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 & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Akbarpur -Up branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC UTKS0001249 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

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 Utkarsh Small Finance Bank – AKBARPUR -UP:

• The IFSC is exactly UTKS0001249 with no extra spaces.
• The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
• The portal auto-fills Utkarsh Small Finance Bank as the bank name and AKBARPUR -UP 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.

How to reach the Akbarpur -Up branch

The branch is located at VILLAGE - MOHASINPUR,MANSOORPUR,PARAGANA - AKBARPUR TAHSIL - AKABARPUR,POST - BANGAO DEHWA,DISTRICT - AMBEDKARNAGAR,UP,PIN CODE-224122, which puts it inside Ambedakar Nagar, the broader Ambedakar Nagar district, and the state of Uttar Pradesh. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Utkarsh Small Finance Bank Akbarpur -Up branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC UTKS0001249 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 7234901352 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 UTKS0001249 and your account number.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC UTKS0001249 for Utkarsh Small Finance Bank – AKBARPUR -UP, 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 Akbarpur -Up 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 UTKS0001249 continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Final notes

To recap: UTKS0001249 is the IFSC code of Utkarsh Small Finance Bank, AKBARPUR -UP branch, in AMBEDAKAR NAGAR, UTTAR 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.