SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB608

SBININBB608 belongs to State Bank of India in Kolkata (Calcutta), India.

SBININBB608

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSBININBB608
8-character codeSBININBB
Branch code608
BankState Bank of India
BranchTfcpc Kolkata
CityKolkata (Calcutta)
CountryIndia

How the State Bank of India SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

SBIN 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.
608 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

Which bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB608?

SBININBB608 identifies Tfcpc Kolkata, a unit of State Bank of India in Kolkata (Calcutta), India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the cheapest way to send money to State Bank of India in India?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter SBININBB608 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SBININBB608 against the details from State Bank of India before sending.

How long does it take to send money to State Bank of India?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.

Does State Bank of India have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 843 SWIFT/BIC codes for State Bank of India in India. All of them are listed on the page of State Bank of India.

What does each part of SBININBB608 stand for?

SBIN is the bank code of State Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and 608 identifies the department Tfcpc Kolkata.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.