Below are the complete branch details for Axis Bank, KALLAKKURICHI branch, located in KALLAKURICHI, TAMIL NADU. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is UTIB0001191. Whether you want to transfer money, add a beneficiary, verify a cheque or simply confirm the branch address, you will find authentic, up-to-date information on this page that has been cross-checked against the bank's branch directory and the RBI's master list of participants in the National Electronic Funds Transfer system.
The IFSC code is one of the most frequently asked-for pieces of information when somebody wants to send you money or set up a recurring credit such as a salary, EMI auto-debit or supplier payment. Knowing exactly which IFSC belongs to your branch — in this case UTIB0001191 for Axis Bank – KALLAKKURICHI — saves you from rejected transfers, returned credits and the back-and-forth that follows them.
An IFSC (Indian Financial System Code) is an 11-character alphanumeric code issued by the Reserve Bank of India. It uniquely identifies every bank branch that participates in the RBI's electronic fund-transfer systems – NEFT, RTGS and IMPS. The first four characters represent the bank, the fifth is always a zero (reserved for future use), and the last six characters identify the specific branch.
For Axis Bank's KALLAKKURICHI branch, the IFSC UTIB0001191 breaks down as follows: UTIB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 001191 identifies this particular branch.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Axis Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Kallakkurichi |
| IFSC Code | UTIB0001191 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | DOOR NO.40A/9, RAJAMBAL NAGAR,SALEM MAIN ROAD , KALLAKURICHI,DIST. VILLUPURAM, TAMIL NADU, PIN 606202. |
| City | Kallakurichi |
| District | Villupuram |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
Bank profile
Axis Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Kallakkurichi branch — IFSC UTIB0001191 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu.
Kallakkurichi branch overview
Located at DOOR NO.40A/9, RAJAMBAL NAGAR,SALEM MAIN ROAD , KALLAKURICHI,DIST. VILLUPURAM, TAMIL NADU, PIN 606202., the Kallakkurichi branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC UTIB0001191 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.
The role of IFSC in India's payments network
India's electronic payment infrastructure — NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, UPI and the National Automated Clearing House (NACH) — is built on a single principle: every participating bank branch must be uniquely identifiable by an alphanumeric code. The Reserve Bank of India introduced the IFSC system to fulfil this requirement, and that is how Axis Bank's KALLAKKURICHI branch came to be assigned the code UTIB0001191.
Whether you are receiving a salary on the first of the month, paying a vendor invoice, settling an EMI, or accepting a refund from an e-commerce platform, the IFSC is the silent piece of metadata that tells the network where your account lives. Without IFSC UTIB0001191, money simply cannot be routed to the KALLAKKURICHI branch electronically.
How to transfer money using IFSC UTIB0001191
Online transfers in India are powered by three major channels — NEFT, RTGS and IMPS — and each one requires a destination IFSC. Below is a quick guide for using IFSC UTIB0001191 across all three.
How to use IFSC UTIB0001191 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Axis Bank's KALLAKKURICHI branch. NEFT now settles on a 24x7 basis in half-hourly batches and has no upper limit for retail customers (individual banks may impose their own caps).
- Log in to your internet banking or mobile banking app.
- Choose Add Beneficiary and select NEFT / Other Bank.
- Enter the beneficiary name, account number and the IFSC UTIB0001191.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Axis Bank and the branch as KALLAKKURICHI.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to KALLAKKURICHI
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Axis Bank's KALLAKKURICHI branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC UTIB0001191 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Axis Bank – KALLAKKURICHI, use IMPS. With IFSC UTIB0001191 and the beneficiary's account number you can move up to ₹5 lakh per transaction with instant credit, any day of the year.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Kallakkurichi
The right transfer rail depends on how urgent the payment is, how large it is, and whether the receiving bank participates in the chosen scheme. Every option below works with the IFSC UTIB0001191:
- NEFT — best for everyday transfers of any amount; settles in half-hourly batches around the clock.
- RTGS — best for transfers of ₹2 lakh and above; settles each transaction individually in real time.
- IMPS — best when speed matters more than batch scheduling; instant credit up to ₹5 lakh.
- UPI — best for small peer-to-peer payments using a VPA; the underlying account at KALLAKKURICHI is still linked to IFSC UTIB0001191.
For salary credits, vendor payouts and refunds, employers and merchants usually default to NEFT because of its zero per-transaction cost for retail customers and its 24x7 availability.
How UPI relates to the IFSC code
UPI lets you pay using a short Virtual Payment Address instead of typing the IFSC every time, but behind the scenes every UPI mandate is mapped to an account number plus an IFSC. For accounts at Axis Bank's KALLAKKURICHI branch, the IFSC UTIB0001191 is what the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) uses to route the credit when you tap Pay on a UPI app.
That is why, even in the UPI era, it is still worth knowing the IFSC of your home branch — for failed UPI mandates, e-mandate set-ups, third-party platform onboarding and salary or refund credits.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Kallakkurichi branch is mapped to IFSC UTIB0001191 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of Axis Bank, including:
- Resident savings accounts and salary accounts
- Current accounts for businesses and professionals
- Fixed deposits, recurring deposits and tax-saver deposits
- Demand drafts, banker's cheques and pay orders
- Retail loans — personal, vehicle, education, gold and home
- Credit cards and overdraft facilities (subject to eligibility)
- Third-party investment products such as mutual funds and insurance (through tie-ups)
Whichever product you choose, the IFSC for incoming credits remains UTIB0001191.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Kallakkurichi branch can access most of Axis Bank's standard product suite, including:
- Account opening – savings, current, NRI, salary
- Term deposits and recurring deposits
- Retail and small-business loans
- Insurance and mutual-fund tie-ups
- Locker, safe deposit and ATM card services
- Online and mobile banking activation
- Electronic transfers via IFSC UTIB0001191
MICR code & cheque clearing
Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by Axis Bank carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC UTIB0001191 and the account number together uniquely identify the Kallakkurichi branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
Online banking and IFSC UTIB0001191
Axis Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the KALLAKKURICHI branch is active. Net banking lets you view balances, download statements, open fixed deposits, request cheque books and initiate NEFT/RTGS/IMPS transfers — all without setting foot in the branch. The IFSC UTIB0001191 is pre-filled by the bank for transfers originating from your own account, and you only need to enter it manually when adding an external beneficiary or sharing your account details with a third party.
Things to verify before sending money
Banking errors are usually small typos that snowball into delayed credits and customer-care follow-ups. Use this short checklist before you confirm any transfer to Axis Bank – KALLAKKURICHI:
- The IFSC is exactly UTIB0001191 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills Axis Bank as the bank name and KALLAKKURICHI as the branch.
- The amount and the purpose of payment are correct.
- You have a valid OTP-verifying mobile number on hand.
A 30-second review here saves hours of reconciliation later.
Reaching the branch
The Kallakkurichi branch sits at DOOR NO.40A/9, RAJAMBAL NAGAR,SALEM MAIN ROAD , KALLAKURICHI,DIST. VILLUPURAM, TAMIL NADU, PIN 606202.. If you are travelling from outside Kallakurichi, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call the branch contact number to ask for landmarks. Many customers find it easier to skip the trip altogether: net banking, mobile apps, NEFT, RTGS, IMPS and UPI all work using the IFSC UTIB0001191 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC UTIB0001191 for Axis Bank – KALLAKKURICHI, you can cross-check the code from any of these sources before initiating a high-value transfer:
- The front of the cheque book issued by the branch – the IFSC is printed at the top of every leaf.
- The first page of your passbook.
- The bank's official website under the branch locator.
- The Reserve Bank of India's IFSC search portal.
- Net banking dashboards usually display the home-branch IFSC under account details.
Branch banking hours and holidays
Indian bank branches typically operate from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday, and from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM on working Saturdays (usually the 1st, 3rd and 5th Saturdays). The Kallakkurichi branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC UTIB0001191, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
Axis BankKallakkurichi Branch
DOOR NO.40A/9, RAJAMBAL NAGAR,SALEM MAIN ROAD , KALLAKURICHI,DIST. VILLUPURAM, TAMIL NADU, PIN 606202.
Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: UTIB0001191
Frequently asked questions
Is IFSC UTIB0001191 the same for all accounts at Kallakkurichi branch?
Yes. The IFSC UTIB0001191 is shared by every account held at Axis Bank's Kallakkurichi branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
What is the IFSC code of Axis Bank Kallakkurichi branch?
The IFSC code of Axis Bank, Kallakkurichi branch is UTIB0001191. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using UTIB0001191 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Axis Bank – Kallakkurichi reflect within 30 minutes.
What is the phone number of Axis Bank Kallakkurichi branch?
You can reach the branch at the branch contact number during regular banking hours.
Can I use IFSC UTIB0001191 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC UTIB0001191 to send funds instantly.
What is the difference between IFSC and MICR code?
IFSC is an 11-character alphanumeric code used for online transfers, while MICR is a 9-digit numeric code printed on cheques and used by cheque-clearing machines. Both identify the Kallakkurichi branch but serve different purposes.
Is IFSC UTIB0001191 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC UTIB0001191 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Summary
The IFSC code UTIB0001191 belongs to Axis Bank's KALLAKKURICHI branch, located at DOOR NO.40A/9, RAJAMBAL NAGAR,SALEM MAIN ROAD , KALLAKURICHI,DIST. VILLUPURAM,… in KALLAKURICHI, TAMIL NADU. Use this code along with the beneficiary's account number for any NEFT, RTGS or IMPS transfer to this branch. Bookmark this page for quick reference whenever you need the branch's banking details.


