Yes, you can transfer ₹10 lakhs or more in one day with HDFC Bank using NEFT or RTGS, provided your daily Third-Party Transfer (TPT) limit is set high enough (up to ₹50 lakh), and the beneficiary is not newly added within the last 24 hours. New beneficiaries are limited to ₹50,000 in the first 24 hours.
Transfers can be made in multiples of Rs 2 lakh, up to the chosen TPT limit, with a maximum of ₹50 lakh. Security Measures: For security reasons, transfers to newly added beneficiaries are restricted to ₹50,000 in total, whether in full or in parts, during the first 24 hours after the beneficiary is added.
HDFC Account NEFT Limit
The HDFC NEFT transfer limit is discussed in detail below: Daily limit: The NEFT transaction limit depends on the account holder's Third-Party Transfer (TPT) limit, with a maximum transaction value of up to Rs. 50 lakh per day.
1) Payment Gateway transaction limit is up to 10 lakh per day / per transaction. 2) Own account fund transfer — No limit (up to the available balance in debit account). 3) IMPS to registered beneficiary - up to Rs 5 Lakh per day/per transaction. 4) NEFT to registered beneficiary per day - up to Rs.
Enjoy seamless; real-time money transfers up to ₹5 lakh
Whether it's paying bills or transferring funds, IMPS ensures fast, hassle-free transfers, making your banking experience seamless and efficient.
Overview: NEFT enables secure fund transfers across India with no RBI-imposed limits, but individual banks set transaction caps ranging from ₹2 lakh to ₹1 crore. Understanding these limits helps you plan large payments, investments, and loan repayments effectively while avoiding transaction failures.
For immediate transfers of large amounts like ₹5 lakhs, **RTGS (Real-Time Gross Settlement)** is the most suitable method for high-priority transactions.
Overview: RTGS transfers require a minimum of ₹2 lakh with no RBI maximum cap. Banks set daily limits between ₹25-50 lakh for individuals. Available 24/7 with instant settlement, RTGS suits high-value property, business, and urgent payments with enhanced security features.
RTGS Key Features
Minimum Transfer Amount: Can be used for a minimum amount of ₹2 lakh, and there is no upper limit. Speed of Transaction: Compared with NEFT, RTGS is faster since payments are processed as soon as requested. Availability: RTGS is only available during banking hours.
The consequences of RTGS failure
Threats like cyber attacks, data corruption, hardware or software failure, even natural disasters can impact RTGS systems. Even a brief disruption to an RTGS system would be costly, but a prolonged failure would be catastrophic.
Each payment mode has its own benefits. NEFT is suitable for transactions which are not urgent and for any transfer amount. IMPS is for instant fund transfer 24/7 of amounts up to ₹5 lakh. RTGS is ideal for high-value transactions above ₹2 lakh which need to be processed instantly.
HDFC IMPS Limit
The maximum HDFC IMPS transaction limit is ₹5 lakh per transaction per day. However, the IMPS limit for transfers using MMID through net banking and mobile banking is ₹5,000 per day.
HDFC Bank customers can increase their RTGS limit through internet banking, the HDFC mobile app, or visiting a branch. They must submit a request form and necessary documents. Approval depends on account history and verification.
Yes, you can transfer ₹5 lakhs in a single transaction through HDFC Bank using IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) via Account number and IFSC. HDFC Bank's official IMPS limits state that the maximum limit per transaction for IMPS using an account number is ₹5 lakhs.
RTGS Charges HDFC
Regardless of the amount to be transferred, HDFC Bank does not levy any RTGS charges when transactions are made online. However, a flat fee of Rs. 15 + GST is charged for branch-based RTGS.
Quick Transfer Transaction limit: Rs. 50,000/- per transaction and Rs. 50,000/- per day.
RTGS transfers are generally free for online transactions, but some banks may charge fees for branch-based transactions.
Although there are several ways to transfer large sums of money between bank accounts, such as a check or ACH transfer, a wire transfer is often considered the best choice. It's a secure transaction for large transfers in the US and abroad — and you can initiate your payment at your regular banking provider.
Disadvantages of RTGS
RTGS transactions are comparatively costlier than any other mode of electronic payment, with banks often found to be charging more fees for the service. RTGS can only facilitate transfers to bank accounts in India.
The charges for IMPS transactions may vary among different banks. NEFT is considered reliable and secure for fund transfers. RTGS is considered reliable and secure for fund transfers.
Yes, it is possible to transfer ₹20 Lakhs through NEFT, depending on your bank's daily limit. Increasing the NEFT limit in HDFC is a hassle-free process. To modify your third-party transfer (TPT) limit in HDFC Bank, log in to the official HDFC Bank portal using your ID and password.
₹4.75 + GST for NEFT of above ₹10,000 to ₹1 lakh. ₹14.75 + GST is applicable for the NEFT amount above ₹1 lakh to ₹2 lakhs. ₹24.75 fee is applicable for the NEFT amount of above ₹2 lakhs upto ₹10 lakhs.
Sending a wire transfer through your bank might be the best way to send a large amount quickly; P2P apps limit how much you can send (generally $1,000 to $10,000 per transfer) and delivery can take multiple days. Bank wire transfers generally are delivered within hours or minutes.
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is a popular method for transferring funds between bank accounts, and one of its key advantages is that there is no set limit on the amount that can be transferred. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) does not impose any minimum or maximum amount for NEFT transactions.
*For Security reasons, ATM cash withdrawal limit is capped at ₹ 0.5 Lakhs per day and ₹ 10 Lakhs per month for first 6 months from Account opening date. For accounts older than 6 months, ATM cash withdrawal limit is capped at ₹ 2 Lakhs per day and ₹ 10 Lakhs per month. This is implemented with immediate effect.