Bank of India — SOWAN

SOWAN DIST BAUXAR, BIHAR

IFSC Code

BKID0004609

MICR Code

802013503

Branch

SOWAN

Bank

Bank of India

District

SOWAN DIST BAUXAR

State

BIHAR

Contact

+917870168686

Address

AT P O SOWANDISTRICT BUXAR

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Using IFSC BKID0004609 for money transfers

NEFT transfers to SOWAN, one of Bank of India's branches in SOWAN DIST BAUXAR, are batch-processed rather than instant. Most transfers clear within 30 minutes to a couple of hours during banking hours, and NEFT now runs 24x7 on all days including weekends.

RTGS (Real Time Gross Settlement) is built for high-value transfers — ₹2 lakh and above — and settles individually rather than in batches, so money reaches SOWAN almost immediately once processed, rather than waiting for the next settlement window.

IMPS is built for urgency: transfers to SOWAN clear in seconds rather than minutes or hours, and it works around the clock — useful outside NEFT/RTGS's usual processing windows.

NEFT & RTGS Timing — System Hours vs. Branch Hours

A distinction that matters if you're transferring to SOWAN: the RBI settlement system runs 24x7 for NEFT and RTGS, but that doesn't mean this specific branch is open around the clock. Online transfers process any time; in-person or cash-based requests still depend on the branch actually being open.

MethodSystem HoursIf Visiting SOWAN In Person
NEFT24x7x365, including weekends and holidays (RBI mandate since 16 Dec 2019)Online/net-banking NEFT processes any time. An in-branch, cash, or cheque-based NEFT request still depends on that branch's working hours.
RTGS24x7x365, including weekends and holidays (RBI mandate since 14 Dec 2020)Minimum transfer amount is ₹2 lakh. Same system-vs-branch-hours distinction as NEFT applies for in-person requests.
IMPS24x7x365 — always has been, no banking-hours restriction at the system level.Typically capped per transaction depending on your bank's own limits (often around ₹5 lakh).

Here's how to send money to SOWAN using net banking or a UPI app:

  1. Log in to your bank's net banking portal or mobile banking app.
  2. Add a new beneficiary/payee, entering the recipient's full name and account number.
  3. Enter the IFSC code BKID0004609 when prompted — this routes the transfer to SOWAN specifically.
  4. Most banks require a short cooling-off period (often a few hours) after adding a new beneficiary before the first transfer.
  5. Once the beneficiary is active, choose NEFT, RTGS, or IMPS based on the amount and how quickly you need it to arrive.
  6. Enter the amount, review the details (name, account number, IFSC), and confirm with your OTP/PIN.

Frequently asked questions

What is the IFSC code of the Bank of India SOWAN branch?

The IFSC code for Bank of India's SOWAN branch in SOWAN DIST BAUXAR, BIHAR is BKID0004609. This 11-character code is required for NEFT, RTGS, and IMPS transfers to any account held at this branch.

What is the MICR code of this branch?

The MICR code for this branch is 802013503. MICR codes are used for cheque clearing, while the IFSC code (BKID0004609) is what's needed for electronic transfers like NEFT and RTGS.

Where is the SOWAN branch of Bank of India located?

This branch is located at: AT P O SOWANDISTRICT BUXAR. It falls under SOWAN DIST BAUXAR district, BIHAR.

Can I use this IFSC code for both NEFT and RTGS transfers?

Yes — the same IFSC code (BKID0004609) is used for NEFT, RTGS, and IMPS transfers to this branch. Which one you should pick depends on the amount and urgency, not the code itself: RTGS for ₹2 lakh+ needing near-instant settlement, NEFT for regular batch-processed transfers, and IMPS for smaller amounts that need to land in seconds.

Is there a phone number for this branch?

Yes, this branch's listed contact number is +917870168686.

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IFSC and MICR code data sourced from bank-published branch records. While we take care to keep this current, always confirm the IFSC code with your bank before making a large transfer — see our disclaimer for details.