Open account, check balance, and 13 other SBI banking services available on WhatsApp

The State Bank of India offers a range of convenient banking services through WhatsApp. Customers can access SBI’s banking services on their mobile phones by scanning a QR code.

The services available include:

1. Account Balance Check:
   SBI users, including both Savings and Current account holders, can check their account balance. For sole proprietors with CC and OD A/Cs, additional features like book balance, account renewal date, and stock statement expiration date are also available.
2. Mini Statements:
   WhatsApp banking allows users to check their mini statements, which provide details of the last few transactions from the linked account.
3. Pension Slip Service:
   Retired employees can generate their pension slips using the SBI WhatsApp banking service.
4. Banking Forms:
   General banking forms, such as deposit forms and withdrawal forms, can be downloaded using WhatsApp banking.
5. Deposit Details:
   Customers can check various deposit details, including Saving Account, Recurring Deposit (RD), Fixed Deposit (FD), Term Deposit, and more.
6. Loan Details:
   Users can inquire about loan options, such as home loans, car loans, gold loans, personal loans, education loans, etc., including basic queries and interest rates.
7. Open a New SBI Account:
   People over 18 years old can use WhatsApp banking to gather information about opening a new SBI Insta account, including features, eligibility criteria, and requirements.
8. NRI Services:
   Customers living abroad can access their NRE and NRO account details using the SBI WhatsApp banking service.
9. Debit Card Information:
   WhatsApp banking allows users to check debit card details, including usage history and transaction information.
10. Lost or Stolen Card Services:
    Users can avail services related to lost or stolen cards through the SBI WhatsApp banking service.
11. Locate Nearby ATM and Branch:
    Customers can find nearby SBI ATMs or branches using WhatsApp banking.
12. Contacts/Grievance Redressal Helplines:
    WhatsApp banking provides official contact details for grievance redressal and other SBI account-related queries.
13. Pre-approved Loan Queries:
    Customers can inquire about pre-approved loans, including personal, car, and two-wheeler loans, using WhatsApp.
14. Digital Banking Information:
    SBI offers digital banking details to users through WhatsApp, including net banking information.
15. Bank Holidays:
    Customers can find information about bank holidays using the SBI WhatsApp banking service.

To register for SBI WhatsApp banking, follow these steps:

Send an SMS in the following format: “WAREG ACCOUNT NUMBER” to +917208933148 from your registered mobile number. For example, if your account number is 123456789, send the SMS as WAREG 123456789 to +917208933148. If registration is successful, you will receive a confirmation message on WhatsApp linked to your registered mobile number. To get started with SBI WhatsApp banking, save the number +919022690226 in your phone and send “Hi” on WhatsApp. Follow the on-screen instructions provided by the chatbot. We hope you find these SBI WhatsApp banking services convenient and helpful. If you encounter any issues or have questions, feel free to reach out to our dedicated helplines. Happy banking with SBI!