SBI Bank Timings: Opening Time, Lunch Time, Closing Time & Saturday Timings

Planning a visit to an SBI Bank branch? Knowing the bank's opening hours, working days, lunch breaks, and transaction timings is crucial for a hassle-free banking experience. Whether you're visiting for deposits, loans, or customer service, being aware of SBI's operational schedule ensures that you avoid unnecessary delays. 

This guide provides detailed insights into SBI’s banking hours, weekend schedules, NEFT/RTGS timings, and customer support availability so you can plan your visit efficiently.

SBI Bank Opening Time

SBI branches open at 9:00 a.m. from Monday to Friday and on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays of the month. However, SBI branches remain closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays as well as on Sundays.

SBI Bank Closing Time

For effective banking management, it is essential to know the closing time of SBI Bank. SBI branches close at 5:00 p.m. from Monday to Friday and on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays of the month. However, the bank remains closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, as well as on Sundays.

SBI Bank Working Days

When planning a visit to an SBI Bank branch, it is essential to know its working days. SBI branches remain open from Monday to Friday and also operate on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays of the month. However, the bank remains closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, as well as on Sundays

SBI Bank Lunch Time

The lunchtime at the State Bank of India (SBI) can vary from branch to branch across different states. Employees do not have a fixed lunch hour; instead, the lunch breaks are staggered between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. 

SBI Bank Working Hours 

SBI's working hours from Monday to Friday are from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a lunch break between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. On Saturdays (1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays), the bank operates during the same hours, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with lunch in between from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. However, SBI branches remain closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, as well as on Sundays.

SBI Bank Timings on Saturday 

SBI Bank timings may vary between different branches across major cities in India. On the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays, branches in Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Delhi, Bengaluru, and Mumbai operate from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a lunch break between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. However, all branches remain closed on Sundays and the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month.

SBI Working Hours for Customer Support

Here is a table with the information on SBI customer support team and their timings:

IMPS Timings of SBI Bank

The SBI IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) facility allows you to transfer funds instantly. It is available 24/7. However, some restrictions are there based on the time of day and the amount being transferred.

IMPS Transfer Limits

• Between 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.: You can transfer up to ₹2,00,000 on any day.
• Between 8 p.m. to 8 a.m.: The transfer limit is reduced to ₹40,000.

Beneficiary Addition

• You can add only one beneficiary per day. If added between 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., the beneficiary will be activated within four hours.
• If added after 8 p.m., activation will occur after 8 a.m. the following day.

NEFT Timings of SBI Bank

If you make NEFT transactions through online channels, they are available 24/7, including weekends and holidays. However, for branch-based NEFT transactions, the timings vary based on branch hours. 

Typically, NEFT transactions can be processed from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on weekdays (Monday to Friday) and from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturdays (1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays). However, branches remain closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, as well as on Sundays.

RTGS Timings of SBI Bank

SBI Bank's RTGS (Real-Time Gross Settlement) service is available 24/7, 365 days a year, allowing customers to transfer funds instantly at any time. However, there is a cut-off period between 11:50 p.m. and 12:30 a.m., during which transactions may not be processed.

To Sum Up

Now that you have a complete understanding of SBI Bank’s operating hours, you can plan your visits effectively. While SBI branches follow a standard schedule, slight variations may exist depending on the location and local regulations. For real-time updates, it's always best to check with your nearest SBI branch or call customer support. 

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