SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBP17
SBININBBP17 belongs to State Bank of India in Bangalore, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBBP17 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | P17 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Chandigarh Circle |
| City | Bangalore |
| Country | India |
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.
- P17 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 SBININBBP17?
SBININBBP17 identifies Chandigarh Circle, part of State Bank of India in Bangalore, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to State Bank of India take in India?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I use SBININBBP17 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SBININBBP17 with the recipient before sending.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at State Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBP17, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in SBININBBP17 stand for?
SBIN is the institution code of State Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and P17 identifies the department Chandigarh Circle.
What is the cheapest way to send money to State Bank of India?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.