IFSC Code of CSB Bank Limited, Alappuzha Branch, Kerala

If you are searching for the IFSC code of CSB Bank Limited, ALAPPUZHA branch in ALAPPUZHA, KERALA, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is CSBK000001A. You can use it for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers, online banking add-payee actions, UPI mandates and any other electronic payment request that asks for an Indian Financial System Code. The information on this page is curated specifically for customers, remitters, employers and businesses who need to credit funds to an account maintained at this branch, and it is structured so you can find what you need within a few seconds of landing here.

You will see the complete branch address, the area STD code and phone number, the city and state, the day-to-day banking services that are typically offered at the ALAPPUZHA branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC CSBK000001A across NEFT, RTGS and IMPS rails. A frequently-asked-questions section at the end answers the most common queries we receive about this particular branch.

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 CSB Bank Limited's ALAPPUZHA branch, the IFSC CSBK000001A breaks down as follows: CSBK identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 00001A identifies this particular branch.

Branch details at a glance

About CSB Bank Limited

CSB Bank Limited operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Alappuzha branch in Alappuzha. 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, CSBK000001A.

Alappuzha branch overview

Located at GOLD MERCHANT S ASSOCIATION BLDGS,NO XVIII 1285,P B NO 3818,MULLAKKAL,ALAPPUZHA 688010,KERALA, the Alappuzha branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC CSBK000001A 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 CSB Bank Limited's ALAPPUZHA branch came to be assigned the code CSBK000001A.

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 CSBK000001A, money simply cannot be routed to the ALAPPUZHA branch electronically.

How to transfer money using IFSC CSBK000001A

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 CSBK000001A across all three.

How to use IFSC CSBK000001A for an NEFT transfer

NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to CSB Bank Limited's ALAPPUZHA 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 CSBK000001A.
4. Confirm the bank name auto-populates as CSB Bank Limited and the branch as ALAPPUZHA.
5. 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 ALAPPUZHA

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at CSB Bank Limited's ALAPPUZHA branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC CSBK000001A while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

Send money instantly through IMPS

For a real-time, anytime transfer to CSB Bank Limited – ALAPPUZHA, use IMPS. With IFSC CSBK000001A and the beneficiary's account number you can move up to ₹5 lakh per transaction with instant credit, any day of the year.

NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?

All three modes accept the IFSC CSBK000001A for CSB Bank Limited – ALAPPUZHA, 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.

For most retail customers crediting the Alappuzha 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.

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 CSB Bank Limited's ALAPPUZHA branch, the IFSC CSBK000001A 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 Alappuzha branch is mapped to IFSC CSBK000001A on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of CSB 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 CSBK000001A.

Banking services available

The Alappuzha branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 91-9072601001.

• 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 CSBK000001A

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Alappuzha branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC CSBK000001A for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

Digital banking channels

Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Alappuzha 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 CSBK000001A 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.

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 CSB Bank Limited – ALAPPUZHA:

• The IFSC is exactly CSBK000001A with no extra spaces.
• The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
• The portal auto-fills CSB Bank Limited as the bank name and ALAPPUZHA 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 Alappuzha branch sits at GOLD MERCHANT S ASSOCIATION BLDGS,NO XVIII 1285,P B NO 3818,MULLAKKAL,ALAPPUZHA 688010,KERALA. If you are travelling from outside Alappuzha, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 91-9072601001 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 CSBK000001A and your account number.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC CSBK000001A for CSB Bank Limited – ALAPPUZHA, 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.

Working hours

Branch counters at Alappuzha 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 CSBK000001A continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code CSBK000001A belongs to CSB Bank Limited's ALAPPUZHA branch, located at GOLD MERCHANT S ASSOCIATION BLDGS,NO XVIII 1285,P B NO… in ALAPPUZHA, 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.