SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBJ28
SBININBBJ28 belongs to State Bank of India in Kolkata (Calcutta), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBBJ28 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | J28 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Kolkata Circle |
| City | Kolkata (Calcutta) |
| Country | India |
The way the State Bank of India SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- J28 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 SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBJ28?
The code SBININBBJ28 belongs to Kolkata Circle, 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.
How long does a transfer to State Bank of India take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I enter SBININBBJ28 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SBININBBJ28 with the recipient before sending.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at State Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBJ28, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBBJ28?
SBININBB points to the main office of State Bank of India, while SBININBBJ28 points to Kolkata Circle. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SBININBBJ28.
What does each part of SBININBBJ28 stand for?
SBIN is the bank code of State Bank of India, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the location code and J28 is the code of the branch Kolkata Circle.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.