Transfer SBI Account to another Branch Online & Offline

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic in the country to maintain social distancing and prioritize digital services, the State Bank of India (SBI) has rolled out several contactless services. The bank has recently announced that customers can transfer their accounts online without visiting the bank from one branch. The account holders can use YONO SBI, YONO Lite apps, and Online SBI services to transfer the account.

State Bank of India account holders can conveniently transfer their accounts to another SBI branch online. This guide will look at how to proceed with a sbi account transfer to a different branch online and offline.

How to transfer your SBI account from one branch to another online: Step by step guide

If a user wants to transfer an SBI account from one SBI branch to another, the user’s mobile number must be registered with the SBI bank account.

• The user must also register for SBI internet banking. With the help of SBI internet banking user id and password, one can use net banking services.
• The user must also know the SBI branch code in which you need to transfer the account. If you do not remember the branch code, visit this site and note it down: Get the branch code from this link – https://sbi.co.in/web/home/locator/branch
• This service is only available from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Transfer Sbi Account to Another Branch Online

It is easy to transfer an SBI account to another branch online. Here are a few steps with the help of which you can do so:

• Go to the SBI internet banking website using your phone (onlinesbi.com).
• Now login to SBI netbanking using your user id and password. 
• Fill in the captcha on the screen and click on the Login button.
• As you login to SBI netbanking from the dashboard, select the E-services option.
• On the new page, click on the Transfer of savings account option.
  

• Again a new page will open; here, select the account number which you want to transfer.
• Click the Get Bank Name button after entering the Branch Code of the bank to which you want to transfer.
  

• Move ahead and put a tick on I accept terms and conditions at the bottom of the application, and then click on the Submit button.
• Check if all of the information you entered is right, then press the Confirm button.
• A high-security password will get sent to the registered phone via SMS. Enter this high-security OTP and click on the Confirm button.
  

• Your request to transfer SBI account to another branch online is submitted. 

The user now has to wait for some days, and the account will get transferred to the new SBI branch.

Apply for a new SBI cheque book online

You can request a cheque book via SBI net banking. Cheque books with 25, 50, or 100 cheque leaves are available. You can collect it from the branch or send it to you by post. Account-holders also can have the cheque book sent to their registered address or an alternative address.

Here’s the process to apply for a new SBI chequebook online. Follow the steps given below:

• Go to the SBI internet banking website using your phone (onlinesbi.com).
• Snap-on the Request and Enquiries option from the menu.
• Next, click on the Cheque book request option.
• Now the user will get redirected to a new page; here, select the account number, number of cheque books, and number of leaves.
• Click on the Submit button.
• A new page will appear: here, choose the address where you want to get the cheque book.
• Click on the Submit button.
• Within a few days, the user registered mobile number will get the SMS regarding the cheque book’s dispatch.

You can track your chequebook status on the India Post website using the tracking ID received via SMS.

Steps to Transfer SBI Account To Another Branch via YONO Sbi App

1) log in to the SBI YONO app on your mobile phone.

2) Click the ‘Services’ option.

3) Go to the ‘Transfer of Savings Account’ option.

4) Then, select your savings account. You have to provide the new branch code to transfer your account. Then, click on the ‘Branch’ name, and you will see the branch’s name.

5) If you want to transfer your account to that branch, click on ‘Submit’.

6) It must be noted that you need to review all the details before the final submission of your request

Tips before visiting the SBI branch for SBI Bank Account transfer

If you visit SBI nearby branch, make sure you know the lunch timings. Avoid going to the bank during lunchtime (12:30 and 1:30 p.m.). You can also check SBI Lunch Timings – Bank Opening Time & Working Hours (2021) before planning to visit. Here are a few more points:

• Install the SBI yon app on your smartphone to keep track of bank holidays.
• When going to the bank, make sure you have your PAN and Aadhar cards with you.
• Take a pen and paper with you.

Transfer SBI Bank Account Offline mode/ branch

For SBI account transfer offline: Go to the nearby SBI branch or the SBI branch where you have your account, ask for the account transfer form, and fill in the details. Now follow the steps given below:

1. Write an application that includes the account name, number, and branch code of the bank where you want the account transferred.
2. Carefully mention the date and sign it.
3. Request the bank official that the CIF number be transferred along with the account number.

*If the bank officials need to check the account holder, remember to take your Aadhar card.

SBI Account Transfer Application Format:

To,
The Branch Manager,
(Name of the Branch),

(City Name)

Subject: SBI Account Transfer application: (mention account number) from (Old SBI Branch Name) to (New SBI Branch Name).

Respected Sir,

I require to transfer my Savings Account (Mention Ac/No.) from (Old SBI Branch Name) to (New SBI Branch Name). With this application, I have attached my self-attested KYC documents. 
Here requesting you to consider my application and kindly verify. 


 

Your’s faithfully,

(Your Name)
(Your Signature)

Once the bank has accepted the SBI account transfer application, you must follow the steps below:

• Submit self-attested KYC documents to the branch, e.g., Aadhaar card, PAN card.
• The bank will check the documents, and the account holder will get notified about the transfer status.

Things to Do After You Transfer Account to Another Sbi Branch

Previously, moving a bank account from one branch to another was time-consuming. You must go to a bank, wait in line, fill out various forms, and wait a few weeks to transfer your account. Now, the sbi account transfer online has made it easy. But it would be best if you keep these few things in mind after the SBI account transfer to another SBI branch.

• Get a new passbook by heading to the branch. For the latest passbook, a charge of 50 rupees would be deducted.
• Apply for a new chequebook with the most up-to-date branch information and IFSC code.

FAQs

Conclusion

The online way of transferring the account is the more convenient of the two methods. In contrast to the online process, the offline mode would take more time. The simplest option for SBI Bank Account transfer is online because it is convenient and quicker.

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