Societe Generale India (SocGen) IFSC Code — Complete Guide
Societe Generale has been operating in India since 1978. The French multinational bank serves institutional, corporate, and financial clients through branches in Mumbai, New Delhi, and Bengaluru. SocGen India is known for its derivatives, structured products, global markets capabilities, and trade finance.
How to Find SocGen IFSC Code
- Use the search tool above — select state, district and branch
- Check your SocGen cheque book — IFSC at top of every leaf
- Front page of your SocGen passbook
- SocGen net banking → Account Details
Foreign Banks and IFSC Codes in India
Foreign banks operating in India through branches are assigned IFSC codes by the Reserve Bank of India for each of their Indian branches. These IFSC codes work exactly like domestic bank IFSC codes — they are required for all NEFT, RTGS, and IMPS transfers. Foreign banks in India are fully regulated by RBI under the Banking Regulation Act, 1949.
IFSC vs SWIFT Code for Foreign Banks
IFSC code is used only for domestic transfers within India (NEFT, RTGS, IMPS). SWIFT/BIC code is used for international wire transfers between banks in different countries. If you are transferring money to or from India internationally, you need the SWIFT code — not the IFSC code.
Transfer Timings for Foreign Bank Branches in India
- NEFT: Available 24×7. Settled every 30 minutes.
- RTGS: Minimum ₹2 lakh. Real-time settlement 24×7.
- IMPS: Instant 24×7. Up to ₹5 lakh per transaction.