NEFT Charges


HDFC Bank provides NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) services, enabling customers to transfer money securely across banks in India. HDFC NEFT Charges depend on the transaction mode and amount. Online NEFT transfers via internet and mobile banking are usually free and operate 24/7. Customers should check the latest fee structure for updated HDFC NEFT Charges before making a transaction.

Keep reading to understand HDFC NEFT Charges in detail for various types of transactions, including the transaction limits, NEFT timings, and so on!


HDFC Bank's NEFT Charges include no charges for online and mobile banking transactions. However, for offline transfers, charges go up to ₹25 for a maximum transaction amount of over ₹2 lakh.

HDFC NEFT Charges

For online transactions via HDFC NetBanking and HDFC Bank MobileBanking App, the NEFT charges are free of cost. However, when it comes to transactions via bank branches, NEFT transactions include charges.

Transaction Amount Charges
Upto ₹10,000 Up to ₹2.50
₹10,000 to ₹1 lakh Up to ₹5
₹1 lakh to ₹2 lakhs Up to ₹15
Over ₹2 lakhs Up to ₹25

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HDFC NEFT Limits & Timings

The HDFC Bank’s NEFT service comes with specific transaction limits based on the time of transfer. The table below shows a quick overview of the HDFC NEFT Limits as per the respective NEFT Timings.

HDFC NEFT Limit
(Maximum as per TPT)
HDFC NEFT Timings
Upto ₹50 lakh 7 AM to 7 PM (RBI Working Day)
Upto ₹2 lakh 7PM To 7AM (Working Days & All Holidays, including 2nd & 4th Saturdays & Sundays)
₹50,000 Within the first 24 hours of adding the new beneficiary

Note: For online and mobile banking transactions wherein the maximum transfer limit is up to ₹50 lakh per day is based on the customer's Third Party Transfer (TPT) limit. For branch-initiated transactions, the limits are subject to the branch's operational hours and guidelines.

HDFC NEFT Fund Transfer

Fund transfers via HDFC NEFT transactions can be done in two ways, that is, online and offline fund transfers. Let’s have a look at each of them:

HDFC NEFT Fund Transfer Online

HDFC Online NEFT transactions can be done via NetBanking and MobileBanking.

  1. HDFC NetBanking
  2. Below are the steps to follow for HDFC NEFT fund transfers via HDFC NetBanking:

    1. Visit the official HDFC NetBanking portal.
    2. Image shown of HDFC NEFT Fund Transfer Online via NetBanking Login
    3. Enter your Customer ID and Password.
    4. Click on ‘Fund Transfer’ and select the ‘NEFT’ option.
    5. Click on ‘Add Beneficiary’ and enter the beneficiary type.
    6. Click on ‘Transfer to Another Bank’.
    7. Enter the Receiver’s details such as Name, IFSC Code, Bank Name, Account Number, Branch Name, etc.
    8. After the amount has been transferred successfully, a confirmation message will appear.
  3. HDFC MobileBanking
  4. For NEFT transfer via HDFC Bank's MobileBanking app, here are the steps to follow:

    1. Install and open the HDFC Bank MobileBanking App.
    2. Follow the steps to add a beneficiary if not added.
    3. After the beneficiary has been activated, Go to 'Funds Transfer' and select 'Transfer to another bank (NEFT)'.
    4. Choose your account and Select the beneficiary.
    5. Enter the transfer amount.
    6. Check the details and confirm the transaction.

Also, read the instructions below to understand how to perform HDFC NEFT Fund Transfer offline.

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HDFC NEFT Fund Transfer Offline

Here are the steps to follow if you want to transfer funds via offline mode:

  1. Visit the nearest HDFC Bank branch.
  2. Request the NEFT/RTGS fund transfer form.
  3. Fill in the details in the application form such as Name, Account Details, Amount, etc.
  4. Submit the completed form to the bank official with the amount to be transferred.
  5. Your NEFT Request will be processed by the bank official.

Note that the fund will be transferred based on the processing time of the recipient's bank.

HDFC NEFT vs IMPS vs RTGS

The table below shows a comparison between HDFC NEFT and other types of electronic fund transfer such as IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) and RTGS (Real-Time Gross Settlement).

Feature NEFT IMPS RTGS
Availability 24x7, including holidays 24x7, including holidays 24x7, including holidays
Transaction Limits No minimum limit.
Maximum limit varies by customer profile and channel
Up to ₹5 lakh per transaction Minimum ₹2 lakh.
No upper limit
Purpose Non-urgent transactions of any amount Immediate transfers of smaller amounts High-value transactions requiring immediate clearance
Charges Free online transfers.
Transfers via bank branches include charges that may vary
Varies with amount Varies with amount
Settlement Speed Processed in half-hourly batches Instant transfer Real-time settlement

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Frequently Asked Questions

HDFC Bank charges no fees for NEFT transactions made online. For branch transactions, fees start at ₹2 for amounts up to ₹1,00,000 and ₹10 for amounts above that.

The NEFT transactions for HDFC Bank senior citizen accounts are not free, and the standard charges for NEFT apply.

HDFC Bank charges up to ₹2.50 + applicable GST for NEFT transactions up to ₹10,000.

HDFC Bank charges ₹25 plus applicable GST for NEFT transactions over ₹2 lakh.

HDFC Bank's Zero Balance Savings Account offers four free withdrawals per month, including NEFT transactions. Beyond this limit, standard charges apply for additional withdrawals.

The HDFC NEFT charges for business account holders range from ₹2.50 to ₹25 plus GST, based on the transaction amount.

Yes, HDFC Bank includes GST in its NEFT transaction charges for branch-initiated transfers.

No, NEFT transactions via mobile banking are free of charge.

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