IFSC Code of Bank of Maharashtra, Chennai-Broadway Branch, Tamil Nadu

This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Bank of Maharashtra, CHENNAI-BROADWAY branch in CHENNAI. The 11-digit IFSC MAHB0000300 uniquely identifies this branch in the RBI's centralised payments network and is required for every NEFT, RTGS or IMPS transaction routed to this branch. If you are paying somebody who banks with Bank of Maharashtra at the CHENNAI-BROADWAY location, this is the only IFSC you need.

We have organised this page into clearly labelled sections so you can jump straight to the part that interests you — the IFSC and MICR details, the full postal address, the contact phone number, a quick primer on NEFT, RTGS and IMPS, the typical product line-up at the branch, and a frequently asked questions section that addresses the queries people raise most often about this branch.

IFSC stands for Indian Financial System Code. It is an 11-character code that pinpoints a particular bank branch on the RBI's real-time payment rails. Every NEFT, RTGS or IMPS instruction must carry the destination branch's IFSC for the credit to land in the correct account.

In our case, MAHB0000300 is the IFSC of Bank of Maharashtra's CHENNAI-BROADWAY branch. The format is fixed: MAHB = bank code, 0 = reserved, 000300 = branch identifier.

Branch details at a glance

Bank profile

Bank of Maharashtra is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Chennai-Broadway branch — IFSC MAHB0000300 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

Chennai-Broadway branch overview

Located at SHREE GUJARATI MANDAL BLDG,116,BROADWAY, CHENNAI,600018, the Chennai-Broadway branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC MAHB0000300 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 Bank of Maharashtra's CHENNAI-BROADWAY branch came to be assigned the code MAHB0000300.

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 MAHB0000300, money simply cannot be routed to the CHENNAI-BROADWAY branch electronically.

How to transfer money using IFSC MAHB0000300

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 MAHB0000300 across all three.

How to use IFSC MAHB0000300 for an NEFT transfer

NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Bank of Maharashtra's CHENNAI-BROADWAY 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).

1. Log in to your internet banking or mobile banking app.
2. Choose Add Beneficiary and select NEFT / Other Bank.
3. Enter the beneficiary name, account number and the IFSC MAHB0000300.
4. Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Bank of Maharashtra and the branch as CHENNAI-BROADWAY.
5. Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC MAHB0000300

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 Bank of Maharashtra – CHENNAI-BROADWAY, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC MAHB0000300 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

IMPS to Bank of Maharashtra CHENNAI-BROADWAY (IFSC MAHB0000300)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC MAHB0000300 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the CHENNAI-BROADWAY branch account within seconds.

Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Chennai-Broadway

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 MAHB0000300:

• 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 CHENNAI-BROADWAY is still linked to IFSC MAHB0000300.

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 MAHB0000300

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 Bank of Maharashtra – CHENNAI-BROADWAY is still mapped to IFSC MAHB0000300. 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 MAHB0000300 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Account types you can open at the Chennai-Broadway branch

Once you have an account at Bank of Maharashtra – CHENNAI-BROADWAY, the IFSC MAHB0000300 stays the same regardless of the type of account you hold. The branch typically supports the following options:

• Savings account — for individuals, with chequebook, ATM card and net-banking access.
• Current account — for sole proprietors, partnerships and companies that need higher transaction volumes.
• Salary account — opened in bulk for corporate employees, often with zero-balance benefits.
• NRE / NRO accounts — for non-resident Indians who want to repatriate or maintain rupee balances in India.
• Fixed deposit and recurring deposit — term-based investment accounts with quarterly or cumulative interest.
• Senior citizen accounts — concessional minimum balance and a small interest rate premium on FDs.
• Minor and student accounts — operated jointly with a guardian until the customer turns 18.

Eligibility, minimum balance and KYC requirements vary by product. Speak to a relationship officer at the branch for the latest schedule of charges and interest rates.

Banking services available

The Chennai-Broadway branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 44-25383570.

• 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 MAHB0000300

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Chennai-Broadway branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC MAHB0000300 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

Online banking and IFSC MAHB0000300

Bank of Maharashtra customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the CHENNAI-BROADWAY 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 MAHB0000300 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 Bank of Maharashtra – CHENNAI-BROADWAY:

• The IFSC is exactly MAHB0000300 with no extra spaces.
• The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
• The portal auto-fills Bank of Maharashtra as the bank name and CHENNAI-BROADWAY 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.

How to reach the Chennai-Broadway branch

The branch is located at SHREE GUJARATI MANDAL BLDG,116,BROADWAY, CHENNAI,600018, which puts it inside Chennai, the broader Chennai district, and the state of Tamil Nadu. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Bank of Maharashtra Chennai-Broadway branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC MAHB0000300 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 44-25383570 before stepping out, especially around public holidays.
3. Carry photo ID and any account-related documents you may need for the transaction you plan to do.

Most banking work — passbook updates, fund transfers, statement downloads — can also be completed online without visiting the branch in person, as long as you know the IFSC MAHB0000300 and your account number.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC MAHB0000300 for Bank of Maharashtra – CHENNAI-BROADWAY, 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 Chennai-Broadway branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC MAHB0000300, however, work 24x7.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Final notes

To recap: MAHB0000300 is the IFSC code of Bank of Maharashtra, CHENNAI-BROADWAY branch, in CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU. It is required for every electronic transfer to an account held at this branch. We keep this page updated with the latest address and contact details, so you can rely on the information here for your day-to-day banking needs.