SWIFT/BIC code BKDNINBBPST
BKDNINBBPST belongs to Dena Bank in Kolkata (Calcutta), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKDNINBBPST |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKDNINBB |
| Branch code | PST |
| Bank | Dena Bank |
| Branch | Park Street Branch |
| City | Kolkata (Calcutta) |
| Country | India |
The way the Dena Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKDN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BB Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- PST Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
What bank uses BIC BKDNINBBPST?
The code BKDNINBBPST belongs to Park Street Branch, part of Dena Bank in Kolkata (Calcutta), India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BKDNINBB instead of BKDNINBBPST?
BKDNINBB is the head office of Dena Bank, while BKDNINBBPST points to Park Street Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKDNINBBPST.
What do the letters in BKDNINBBPST stand for?
BKDN is the institution code of Dena Bank, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and PST is the code of the department Park Street Branch.
Has Dena Bank got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 44 SWIFT/BIC codes for Dena Bank in India, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use BKDNINBBPST incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKDNINBBPST with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Dena Bank in India?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.