IMPS Charges: Check Out IMPS Transfer Charges for All Banks

By Rucha Khedkar

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Updated on: Mar 10th, 2025

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8 min read

The Immediate Payment Service (IMPS) is an interbank fund transfer system in India that facilitates real-time money transfers. It operates around the clock, including weekends and holidays. IMPS is recognised for its efficiency and speed, making it a reliable choice for quick and seamless money transfers. Nominal charges may apply based on the IMPS transaction amount and the policies of individual banks. 

Read further to know the IMPS charges levied by various banks in India.

IMPS Charges of Different Banks

Different banks in India have varying IMPS charges depending on the transaction amount. Some banks may offer IMPS transactions free of cost up to a specific limit, while others apply nominal fees. Here is an overview of IMPS charges for prominent banks in India:

SBI IMPS Charges

IMPS fund transfer through net banking or mobile banking (including YONO) is free. 

The following table portrays the charges if IMPS transfer is conducted through the branch:

Transaction Amount

IMPS Charges

Up to ₹1,000

Free

₹1,001 to ₹10,000

₹2 + GST

₹10,001 to ₹1,00,000

₹4 + GST

₹1,00,001 to ₹2,00,000

₹12 + GST

₹2,00,001 to ₹5,00,000

₹20 + GST

HDFC Bank IMPS Charges

IMPS fund transfer through HDFC net banking or mobile banking is free. The following table highlights the IMPS charges of HDFC Bank

Transaction Amount

IMPS Charges

Up to ₹1,000

₹3.50 + GST

₹1,001 to ₹1,00,000

₹5 + GST

₹1,00,001 and more

₹15 + GST

ICICI Bank IMPS Charges

IMPS fund transfer through ICICI net banking or mobile banking is free. The following table illustrates the different IMPS charges of ICICI Bank:

Transaction Amount

IMPS Charges for Savings Account

IMPS Charges for Current Account

Up to ₹1,000

₹2.5 + GST

₹2.5 + GST

₹1,001 to ₹10,000

₹5 + GST

₹5 + GST

₹10,001 to ₹25,000

₹5 + GST

₹5 + GST

₹25,001 to ₹1,00,000

₹15 + GST

₹5 + GST

₹1,00,001 to ₹2,00,000

₹15 + GST

₹15 + GST

₹2,00,001 to ₹5,00,000

₹15 + GST

₹15 + GST

Axis Bank IMPS Charges

IMPS fund transfer through Axis Bank net banking or mobile banking is free. In the following table, you can check the IMPS charges of Axis Bank:

Transaction Amount

IMPS Charges

Up to ₹1,000

₹2.5 + GST

₹1,001 to ₹1,00,000

₹5 + GST

₹1,00,001 to ₹5,00,000

₹10 + GST

Kotak Mahindra Bank IMPS Charges

When you use IMPS through net banking to send money from your Kotak Mahindra Savings Account to any other account, there are no IMPS charges for Kotak Mahindra Bank. For branch IMPS transactions, the charges are given below:

Transaction Amount

IMPS Charges

Up to 10,000

₹2.5 + GST

Above 10,000 - 1,00,000

₹5 + GST

Above 1,00,000 - 2,00,000

₹15 + GST

Canara Bank IMPS Charges

You can check the IMPS charges of Canara Bank in the following table:

Transaction Amount

IMPS Charges

Below ₹1,000

Nil

₹1,000 to below ₹10,000

₹3 + GST

₹10,001 to below ₹25,000

₹5 + GST

₹25,000 to below ₹1,00,000

₹8 + GST

₹1,00,000 to below ₹2,00,000

₹15 + GST

₹2,00,000 to ₹5,00,000

₹20 + GST

RBL Bank IMPS Charges

The following table highlights the IMPS charges of RBL Bank:

Transaction Amount

IMPS Charges

Up to ₹1,00,000

₹5 + GST

Above ₹1,00,000

₹15 + GST

IndusInd Bank IMPS Charges

No charges apply for transactions conducted through branch banking, mobile banking, net banking, Alexa banking, or WhatsApp banking.

Union Bank IMPS Charges

The following table highlights the IMPS charges of Union Bank of India:

Transaction Amount

IMPS Charges

Up to ₹1,00,000

₹5 + GST

Above ₹1,00,000

₹15 + GST

Bank of Baroda IMPS Charges

In the following table, you can check the IMPS charges of the Bank of Baroda:

Transaction Amount

IMPS Charges for Digital Channels

IMPS Charges Through Branch

Up to ₹1,000

₹2.5 + GST

₹2.5 + GST

₹1,001 to ₹25,000

₹5 + GST

₹5 + GST

₹25,001 to ₹1,00,000

₹7.50 + GST

₹10 + GST

₹1,00,001 to ₹2,00,000

₹15 + GST

₹20 + GST

₹2,00,001 to ₹5,00,000

₹20 + GST

₹25 + GST

All Banks IMPS Charges

Here are the minimum and maximum IMPS charges of different banks in India:

Bank Name

Minimum IMPS Charges

Maximum IMPS Charges

State Bank of India

Nil up to ₹1,000

₹20 + GST

HDFC Bank

₹3.50 + GST

₹15 + GST

ICICI Bank

₹2.5 + GST

₹15 + GST

Axis Bank

₹2.5 + GST

₹10 + GST

Kotak Bank

₹2.5 + GST

₹15 + GST

Canara Bank

Nil up to ₹1,000

₹20 + GST

RBL Bank

₹5 + GST

₹15 + GST

IndusInd Bank 

₹2.50 + GST

₹15 + GST

Union Bank

₹5 + GST

₹15 + GST

Bank of Baroda

₹2.5 + GST

₹25 + GST

Central Bank of India

₹3.00 + GST

₹20 + GST

Punjab and National Bank

Nil up to ₹1,000

₹12 + GST

Indian Overseas Bank

₹2.5 + GST

₹15 + GST

Bandhan Bank

₹5 + GST

₹15 + GST

IMPS is an efficient, real-time service that allows secure and instant fund transfers. Many banks offer IMPS transactions free of cost for smaller amounts, while others levy nominal fees based on transaction limits. The IMPS charges can vary significantly across banks. It is important to check your bank’s specific IMPS policies before transferring funds.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is IMPS free of charge?

Usually, IMPS is free of charge in some banks for lower transaction amounts or if it is done through net banking. However, most banks levy nominal fees for IMPS transactions above a certain limit for branch-based IMPS transfers.

What is the limit of IMPS per day?

The Reserve Bank of India has set a daily transaction limit of ₹5 lakh for IMPS. However, the banks can set the limit between ₹2 lakh and ₹5 lakh, according to their preference. 

What are the charges for Rs. 10,000 IMPS?

The charges for transferring ₹10,000 via IMPS typically range between ₹2 and ₹5 + GST. However, it varies from one bank to another. 

Is ICICI IMPS free?

No, ICICI IMPS is not free. The ICICI Bank charges an amount between ₹2.5 + GST and ₹15 + GST, based on your transaction amount.

Is SBI IMPS chargeable?

Yes, SBI IMPS is chargeable. The State Bank of India charges a small amount for IMPS if you do it through the bank branch. However, the service is free if you do it via the YONO app net banking facility.

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