Below are the complete branch details for Central Bank of India, SOKKANUR branch, located in SOKKANUR, TAMIL NADU. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is CBIN0282234. 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 CBIN0282234 for Central Bank of India – SOKKANUR — 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 Central Bank of India's SOKKANUR branch, the IFSC CBIN0282234 breaks down as follows: CBIN identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 282234 identifies this particular branch.
Bank profile
Central Bank of India is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Sokkanur branch — IFSC CBIN0282234 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Sokkanur, Tamil Nadu.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Central Bank of India |
|---|---|
| Branch | Sokkanur |
| IFSC Code | CBIN0282234 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | KINATHKADAVU BLOCK,SOKKANUR VILLAGE,POLLACHI TALUK,DIST-COIMBATORE,TAMILNADU-642109 |
| City | Sokkanur |
| District | Coimbatore |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| STD Code | 22 |
| Phone | 22612008 |
Sokkanur branch overview
Located at KINATHKADAVU BLOCK,SOKKANUR VILLAGE,POLLACHI TALUK,DIST-COIMBATORE,TAMILNADU-642109, the Sokkanur branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC CBIN0282234 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 Central Bank of India's SOKKANUR branch came to be assigned the code CBIN0282234.
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 CBIN0282234, money simply cannot be routed to the SOKKANUR branch electronically.
Account types you can open at the Sokkanur branch
Once you have an account at Central Bank of India – SOKKANUR, the IFSC CBIN0282234 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 Sokkanur branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 22-22612008.
- 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 CBIN0282234
How to transfer money using IFSC CBIN0282234
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 CBIN0282234 across all three.
How to use IFSC CBIN0282234 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Central Bank of India's SOKKANUR 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 CBIN0282234.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Central Bank of India and the branch as SOKKANUR.
- 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 SOKKANUR
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Central Bank of India's SOKKANUR branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC CBIN0282234 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to Central Bank of India SOKKANUR (IFSC CBIN0282234)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC CBIN0282234 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the SOKKANUR branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC CBIN0282234 for Central Bank of India – SOKKANUR, but they differ in speed, minimum amount and use case. The table below summarises the differences so you can pick the right channel for the situation at hand.
| Parameter | NEFT | RTGS | IMPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum amount | ₹1 | ₹2,00,000 | ₹1 |
| Maximum amount | No RBI cap | No RBI cap | ₹5,00,000 |
| Settlement | Half-hourly batches | Real-time | Real-time |
| Availability | 24x7 | 24x7 | 24x7 |
| Best for | Routine transfers | High-value transfers | Urgent small / mid transfers |
| IFSC required | Yes – CBIN0282234 | Yes – CBIN0282234 | Yes – CBIN0282234 |
For most retail customers crediting the Sokkanur branch, NEFT or IMPS will be the quickest and most economical option. RTGS comes in for one-off, high-value movements such as property purchases, vendor settlements or large gifts.
UPI payments and IFSC CBIN0282234
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 Central Bank of India – SOKKANUR is still mapped to IFSC CBIN0282234. 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 CBIN0282234 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Online banking and IFSC CBIN0282234
Central Bank of India customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the SOKKANUR 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 CBIN0282234 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.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Sokkanur branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC CBIN0282234 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.
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 Central Bank of India – SOKKANUR:
- The IFSC is exactly CBIN0282234 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills Central Bank of India as the bank name and SOKKANUR 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 Sokkanur branch sits at KINATHKADAVU BLOCK,SOKKANUR VILLAGE,POLLACHI TALUK,DIST-COIMBATORE,TAMILNADU-642109. If you are travelling from outside Sokkanur, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 22-22612008 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 CBIN0282234 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC CBIN0282234 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 CBIN0282234 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 22-22612008.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Working hours
Branch counters at Sokkanur 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 CBIN0282234 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Central Bank of IndiaSokkanur Branch
KINATHKADAVU BLOCK,SOKKANUR VILLAGE,POLLACHI TALUK,DIST-COIMBATORE,TAMILNADU-642109
Sokkanur, Tamil Nadu
Phone: 22-22612008
IFSC: CBIN0282234
Frequently asked questions
Is IFSC CBIN0282234 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC CBIN0282234 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Is IFSC CBIN0282234 the same for all accounts at Sokkanur branch?
Yes. The IFSC CBIN0282234 is shared by every account held at Central Bank of India's Sokkanur branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using CBIN0282234 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Central Bank of India – Sokkanur reflect within 30 minutes.
Does Central Bank of India Sokkanur branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 22-22612008 to confirm.
Where is Central Bank of India Sokkanur branch located?
Central Bank of India's Sokkanur branch is located at KINATHKADAVU BLOCK,SOKKANUR VILLAGE,POLLACHI TALUK,DIST-COIMBATORE,TAMILNADU-642109, Sokkanur, Tamil Nadu.
Can I use IFSC CBIN0282234 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC CBIN0282234 to send funds instantly.
What is the IFSC code of Central Bank of India Sokkanur branch?
The IFSC code of Central Bank of India, Sokkanur branch is CBIN0282234. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
What is the phone number of Central Bank of India Sokkanur branch?
You can reach the branch at 22-22612008 during regular banking hours.
Summary
The IFSC code CBIN0282234 belongs to Central Bank of India's SOKKANUR branch, located at KINATHKADAVU BLOCK,SOKKANUR VILLAGE,POLLACHI… in SOKKANUR, 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.


