Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Axis Bank's MANNARKAD branch in MANNARKAD, KERALA. The branch's IFSC code UTIB0003579 is the key identifier you need whenever a remitter, employer or biller asks for a bank routing number to send funds to an account held at this branch. We have also included the branch's postal address, telephone number, banking hours, common services, and an extensive FAQ block that should answer almost every question that comes up when you are about to add this branch as a beneficiary in your net-banking app for the first time.
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 MANNARKAD branch, the IFSC UTIB0003579 breaks down as follows: UTIB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 003579 identifies this particular branch.
About Axis Bank
Axis Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Mannarkad branch in Mannarkad. Each branch is enabled for NEFT, RTGS, IMPS and core banking, allowing customers to send and receive money anywhere in the country using a unique IFSC – in this case, UTIB0003579.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Axis Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Mannarkad |
| IFSC Code | UTIB0003579 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | GR FLR KUDU BLDG NEAR KSEBMANNARKAD PIN 678582 |
| City | Mannarkad |
| District | Palakkad |
| State | Kerala |
| STD Code | 4924 |
| Phone | 224378 |
About the Mannarkad branch
The Mannarkad branch of Axis Bank is situated at GR FLR KUDU BLDG NEAR KSEBMANNARKAD PIN 678582. Customers visiting this branch can complete cash deposits, withdrawals, demand draft requests, cheque clearing, passbook updates and KYC formalities. For online transactions to or from this branch, the IFSC code UTIB0003579 is used.
Why every Axis Bank branch has a unique IFSC
Before electronic settlement systems went live in India, money transfers between banks relied heavily on demand drafts, mail transfers and telegraphic transfers. These older instruments routinely took days to clear and were prone to misrouting because there was no single machine-readable identifier for a branch. The Reserve Bank of India solved this by issuing each participating branch — including MANNARKAD of Axis Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code UTIB0003579 is therefore not just an internal reference; it is the digital postcode that lets the RBI's NEFT, RTGS and IMPS rails route funds straight to the right branch ledger without any human intervention.
Today, almost every salary credit, vendor payment, refund and EMI deduction in the country flows through this network, which is exactly why a correct IFSC matters so much. A wrong character can either bounce the transfer or send it to the wrong branch, and reversing such a credit is a manual, time-consuming process. Treat IFSC UTIB0003579 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Mannarkad branch is mapped to IFSC UTIB0003579 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 UTIB0003579.
Banking services available
The Mannarkad branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 4924-224378.
- Savings, current and salary accounts
- Fixed deposits and recurring deposits
- Personal, vehicle and home loans
- Demat and investment products (where supported)
- Internet banking and mobile banking enrolment
- Debit and credit card issuance
- Locker facilities (subject to availability)
- Foreign exchange services (at authorised branches)
- Bill payments, demand drafts and pay orders
- NEFT / RTGS / IMPS / UPI fund transfers using IFSC UTIB0003579
How to transfer money using IFSC UTIB0003579
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 UTIB0003579 across all three.
NEFT to Axis Bank, MANNARKAD using IFSC UTIB0003579
National Electronic Funds Transfer is the simplest way to move money into an account at this branch. NEFT works around the clock, including Sundays and public holidays, and settles in half-hourly batches.
To send funds, add the recipient as a beneficiary in your bank's online portal, key in the account number, paste the IFSC UTIB0003579, and confirm that the system picks up Axis Bank – MANNARKAD. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC UTIB0003579
RTGS (Real-Time Gross Settlement) is the fastest high-value transfer mechanism in India. It is meant for transfers of ₹2 lakh and above and settles each transaction individually and instantly. To remit through RTGS to Axis Bank – MANNARKAD, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC UTIB0003579 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
IMPS to Axis Bank MANNARKAD (IFSC UTIB0003579)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC UTIB0003579 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the MANNARKAD branch account within seconds.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Mannarkad
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 UTIB0003579:
- 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 MANNARKAD is still linked to IFSC UTIB0003579.
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.
UPI payments and IFSC UTIB0003579
UPI (Unified Payments Interface) has become the default way for individuals to send money in India. While most UPI transactions are addressed using a Virtual Payment Address (VPA) like name@bank, the underlying account at Axis Bank – MANNARKAD is still mapped to IFSC UTIB0003579. When a customer links a savings or current account to a UPI app for the first time, the app silently looks up this IFSC against the account number to verify the account exists. The VPA acts as a friendly alias on top of the same plumbing.
If a UPI transfer to or from this branch fails, the most common reasons are an inactive UPI handle, a daily limit breach or a temporary outage at one of the participating banks — not the IFSC. You can always fall back to NEFT or IMPS using the IFSC UTIB0003579 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Mannarkad branch counter can now be completed digitally — adding a beneficiary, transferring funds, applying for a fixed deposit, raising a service request or downloading account statements. The IFSC UTIB0003579 is the link between the digital channel and the branch ledger; once a transaction is confirmed, the credit or debit is reflected in the same core banking system that the branch officers see.
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 UTIB0003579 and the account number together uniquely identify the Mannarkad branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
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 – MANNARKAD:
- The IFSC is exactly UTIB0003579 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 MANNARKAD 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 Mannarkad branch sits at GR FLR KUDU BLDG NEAR KSEBMANNARKAD PIN 678582. If you are travelling from outside Mannarkad, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 4924-224378 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 UTIB0003579 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC UTIB0003579 from official sources
The IFSC listed on this page is sourced from the RBI's master list and validated against the bank's branch directory. To double-check before transferring large sums, you can also confirm UTIB0003579 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 4924-224378.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Working hours
Branch counters at Mannarkad are usually open from 10 AM to 4 PM on weekdays. Saturdays follow the RBI's alternate-Saturday rule. Even when the branch is closed, NEFT, RTGS, IMPS and UPI transfers addressed to UTIB0003579 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Axis BankMannarkad Branch
GR FLR KUDU BLDG NEAR KSEBMANNARKAD PIN 678582
Mannarkad, Kerala
Phone: 4924-224378
IFSC: UTIB0003579
Frequently asked questions
How do I add Axis Bank Mannarkad as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC UTIB0003579, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Is IFSC UTIB0003579 the same for all accounts at Mannarkad branch?
Yes. The IFSC UTIB0003579 is shared by every account held at Axis Bank's Mannarkad branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Is IFSC UTIB0003579 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC UTIB0003579 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
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 Mannarkad branch but serve different purposes.
Does Axis Bank Mannarkad branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 4924-224378 to confirm.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using UTIB0003579 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Axis Bank – Mannarkad reflect within 30 minutes.
What is the phone number of Axis Bank Mannarkad branch?
You can reach the branch at 4924-224378 during regular banking hours.
Summary
The IFSC code UTIB0003579 belongs to Axis Bank's MANNARKAD branch, located at GR FLR KUDU BLDG NEAR KSEBMANNARKAD PIN 678582 in MANNARKAD, KERALA. 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.


