This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for City Union Bank Limited, AYYEMPETTAI branch in AYYEMPETTAI. The 11-digit IFSC CIUB0000010 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 City Union Bank Limited at the AYYEMPETTAI 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, CIUB0000010 is the IFSC of City Union Bank Limited's AYYEMPETTAI branch. The format is fixed: CIUB = bank code, 0 = reserved, 000010 = branch identifier.
About City Union Bank Limited
City Union Bank Limited operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Ayyempettai branch in Ayyempettai. 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, CIUB0000010.
About this branch
The branch is located at 240, SALAI STREET, MAIN ROAD, AYYAMPET -614 201. It serves the Ayyempettai region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of City Union Bank Limited. The IFSC CIUB0000010 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | City Union Bank Limited |
|---|---|
| Branch | Ayyempettai |
| IFSC Code | CIUB0000010 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | 240, SALAI STREET, MAIN ROAD, AYYAMPET -614 201 |
| City | Ayyempettai |
| District | Thanjavur |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| STD Code | 4374 |
| Phone | 242287 |
Why every City Union Bank Limited 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 AYYEMPETTAI of City Union Bank Limited — its own 11-character IFSC. The code CIUB0000010 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 CIUB0000010 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
MICR code & cheque clearing
Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by City Union Bank Limited carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC CIUB0000010 and the account number together uniquely identify the Ayyempettai branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
How to transfer money using IFSC CIUB0000010
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 CIUB0000010 across all three.
NEFT to City Union Bank Limited, AYYEMPETTAI using IFSC CIUB0000010
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 CIUB0000010, and confirm that the system picks up City Union Bank Limited – AYYEMPETTAI. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC CIUB0000010
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 City Union Bank Limited – AYYEMPETTAI, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC CIUB0000010 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
IMPS to City Union Bank Limited AYYEMPETTAI (IFSC CIUB0000010)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC CIUB0000010 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the AYYEMPETTAI branch account within seconds.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Ayyempettai
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 CIUB0000010:
- 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 AYYEMPETTAI is still linked to IFSC CIUB0000010.
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 CIUB0000010
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 City Union Bank Limited – AYYEMPETTAI is still mapped to IFSC CIUB0000010. 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 CIUB0000010 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Ayyempettai branch is mapped to IFSC CIUB0000010 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of City Union Bank Limited, 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 CIUB0000010.
Banking services available
The Ayyempettai branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 4374-242287.
- 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 CIUB0000010
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Ayyempettai 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 CIUB0000010 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.
How to reach the Ayyempettai branch
The branch is located at 240, SALAI STREET, MAIN ROAD, AYYAMPET -614 201, which puts it inside Ayyempettai, the broader Thanjavur district, and the state of Tamil Nadu. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “City Union Bank Limited Ayyempettai branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC CIUB0000010 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 4374-242287 before stepping out, especially around public holidays.
- 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 CIUB0000010 and your account number.
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 City Union Bank Limited – AYYEMPETTAI:
- The IFSC is exactly CIUB0000010 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills City Union Bank Limited as the bank name and AYYEMPETTAI 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.
Working hours
Branch counters at Ayyempettai 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 CIUB0000010 continue to work without interruption.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC CIUB0000010 for City Union Bank Limited – AYYEMPETTAI, 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 address & contact
City Union Bank LimitedAyyempettai Branch
240, SALAI STREET, MAIN ROAD, AYYAMPET -614 201
Ayyempettai, Tamil Nadu
Phone: 4374-242287
IFSC: CIUB0000010
Frequently asked questions
What is the phone number of City Union Bank Limited Ayyempettai branch?
You can reach the branch at 4374-242287 during regular banking hours.
Can I use IFSC CIUB0000010 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC CIUB0000010 to send funds instantly.
Where is City Union Bank Limited Ayyempettai branch located?
City Union Bank Limited's Ayyempettai branch is located at 240, SALAI STREET, MAIN ROAD, AYYAMPET -614 201, Ayyempettai, Tamil Nadu.
Does City Union Bank Limited Ayyempettai branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 4374-242287 to confirm.
Is IFSC CIUB0000010 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC CIUB0000010 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
How do I add City Union Bank Limited Ayyempettai as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CIUB0000010, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
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 Ayyempettai branch but serve different purposes.
Final notes
To recap: CIUB0000010 is the IFSC code of City Union Bank Limited, AYYEMPETTAI branch, in AYYEMPETTAI, 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.


