The next port of call where ATMs can be mildly reliable is Leh, but again the same problems of Srinagar persist here too, and are in fact more acute. At both places, expect long queues if the ATMs are working.
ATM LIST
AXIS BANK IN LEH MARKET
SBI ATM IN LEH MARKET NEAR CHOKANG
IDBI ATM IN LEH MARKET NEAR CHOKANG
PNB ATM IN LEH MARKET
HDFC ATM IN LEH MARKET OPP POST OFFICE
ICICI ATM IN LEH MARKET MASJID
J&K ATM IN LEH MARKET NEAR TOURISM OFFICE
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1Are there ATMs in Ladakh?
Ans.The ATMs in Ladakh are very limited. You will only find it in Leh or Manali-Leh Highway and Srinagar-Leh Highway.
Q2. How many ATMs are there in Leh?
Ans.There are around 7 ATMs in the Leh market. The maximum that you can find is 11, not more than this. State Bank of India (SBI) has the widest network of ATMs in the town. Other than this, the following banks have their ATMs in Leh: Punjab National Bank ICICI Bank HDFC Bank Canara Bank J&K Bank Axis Bank
Q3. What is the best travel tip for travelling to Ladakh?
Ans.As Ladakh has very limited ATMs, it is advisable to carry enough cash or you can withdraw it from the Leh market for your onward journey.
Q4. Which banks can I find in Leh?
Ans.In Ladakh, Leh is where you will find banks including Axis Bank, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Punjab National Bank, State Bank Of India, IDBI Bank, Central Bank of India, Jammu And Kashmir Bank, Canara Bank (Formerly Syndicate Bank) and Yes Bank.
Q5. Are there ATMs in Nubra and Zanskar Valleys?
Ans.For anyone travelling to Nubra Valley, the last ATM you will find is on Khardung La road. And for those travelling to Zanskar Valley can find an ATM in Kargil.
