Ujjivan Small Finance Bank (Ujjivan) IFSC Code — Complete Guide
Ujjivan Small Finance Bank received its banking licence in 2017, having originated as Ujjivan Financial Services — a microfinance institution founded by Samit Ghosh in 2005. With 600+ branches across 26 states, Ujjivan focuses on financial inclusion for economically weaker sections and urban/semi-urban customers. It is known for its savings products, affordable home loans, and microfinance offerings.
How to Find Ujjivan IFSC Code
- Use the search tool above — select state, district and branch
- Check your Ujjivan cheque book — IFSC printed at top of every leaf
- Open your Ujjivan passbook — front page shows IFSC code
- Log in to Ujjivan net banking → Account Details
Using Ujjivan IFSC for Transfers
- NEFT: Enter IFSC when adding beneficiary. Settled in 30 minutes.
- RTGS: For transfers above ₹2 lakh. Settled in real time.
- IMPS: 24×7 instant transfers up to ₹5 lakh.
- International: Use SWIFT code UJVNINBB (not IFSC) for overseas transfers.
Are Small Finance Bank Deposits Safe?
Yes. All Small Finance Banks are regulated by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) under the Banking Regulation Act, 1949. Deposits up to ₹5 lakh per depositor are insured under the Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC). SFBs typically offer higher interest rates on savings accounts and FDs than commercial banks.
NEFT, RTGS and IMPS Availability
- NEFT: Available 24×7. All SFBs are fully NEFT-enabled. Settled every 30 minutes.
- RTGS: Available 24×7. Minimum ₹2 lakh. Suitable for high-value transfers.
- IMPS: 24×7 instant transfers. All SFBs support IMPS up to ₹5 lakh.
Why SFBs Have Unique IFSC Codes
Each Small Finance Bank branch has its own unique IFSC code just like any scheduled commercial bank. SFBs participate fully in India's electronic payment network (NEFT/RTGS/IMPS) and have IFSC codes assigned by RBI. The first 4 characters identify the SFB, and the last 6 identify the specific branch.