Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to CSB Bank Limited's CUDDALORE branch in CUDDALORE, TAMIL NADU. The branch's IFSC code CSBK0001283 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.
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, CSBK0001283 is the IFSC of CSB Bank Limited's CUDDALORE branch. The format is fixed: CSBK = bank code, 0 = reserved, 001283 = branch identifier.
Bank profile
CSB Bank Limited is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Cuddalore branch — IFSC CSBK0001283 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu.
About the Cuddalore branch
The Cuddalore branch of CSB Bank Limited is situated at GROUND FLOOR NO 81 SANKARA NAIDU STREET THIRUPAPULIYAR CUDDALORE 2 CUDDALORE TAMIL NADU 607002. 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 CSBK0001283 is used.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | CSB Bank Limited |
|---|---|
| Branch | Cuddalore |
| IFSC Code | CSBK0001283 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | GROUND FLOOR NO 81 SANKARA NAIDU STREET THIRUPAPULIYAR CUDDALORE 2 CUDDALORE TAMIL NADU 607002 |
| City | Cuddalore |
| District | Cuddalore |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| Phone | 9072601000 |
Why every CSB 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 CUDDALORE of CSB Bank Limited — its own 11-character IFSC. The code CSBK0001283 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 CSBK0001283 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 CSB Bank Limited carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC CSBK0001283 and the account number together uniquely identify the Cuddalore branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
How to transfer money using IFSC CSBK0001283
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 CSBK0001283 across all three.
NEFT to CSB Bank Limited, CUDDALORE using IFSC CSBK0001283
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 CSBK0001283, and confirm that the system picks up CSB Bank Limited – CUDDALORE. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC CSBK0001283
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 CSB Bank Limited – CUDDALORE, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC CSBK0001283 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to CSB Bank Limited – CUDDALORE, use IMPS. With IFSC CSBK0001283 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 CSBK0001283 for CSB Bank Limited – CUDDALORE, 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 – CSBK0001283 | Yes – CSBK0001283 | Yes – CSBK0001283 |
For most retail customers crediting the Cuddalore 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 CUDDALORE branch, the IFSC CSBK0001283 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 Cuddalore branch is mapped to IFSC CSBK0001283 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 CSBK0001283.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Cuddalore branch can access most of CSB Bank Limited's standard product suite, including:
- Account opening – savings, current, NRI, salary
- Term deposits and recurring deposits
- Retail and small-business loans
- Insurance and mutual-fund tie-ups
- Locker, safe deposit and ATM card services
- Online and mobile banking activation
- Electronic transfers via IFSC CSBK0001283
Online banking and IFSC CSBK0001283
CSB Bank Limited customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the CUDDALORE 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 CSBK0001283 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.
How to reach the Cuddalore branch
The branch is located at GROUND FLOOR NO 81 SANKARA NAIDU STREET THIRUPAPULIYAR CUDDALORE 2 CUDDALORE TAMIL NADU 607002, which puts it inside Cuddalore, the broader Cuddalore district, and the state of Tamil Nadu. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “CSB Bank Limited Cuddalore branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC CSBK0001283 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 9072601000 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 CSBK0001283 and your account number.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC CSBK0001283
An incorrect IFSC almost always results in a failed transfer or, worse, a credit to the wrong branch. Before you click Confirm on a transfer to CSB Bank Limited – CUDDALORE, double-check for these issues:
- Confusing 0 with O. The fifth character of every IFSC is the digit
0, not the letter O. Read carefully. - Spaces or hyphens. Do not put spaces in the IFSC. It is exactly 11 characters:
CSBK0001283. - Wrong branch. A bank can have dozens of branches in the same city. Make sure you are using the IFSC for the actual branch where the beneficiary holds the account, not just any nearby branch.
- Old IFSC after a merger. If two banks have merged, the IFSC may have been reissued. Always verify with a recent passbook or cheque leaf.
- Copy-paste from chat. Auto-correct on phones can silently change letters in IFSC codes. Type carefully or copy from a trusted source like the cheque book.
Working hours
Branch counters at Cuddalore 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 CSBK0001283 continue to work without interruption.
Verifying IFSC CSBK0001283 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 CSBK0001283 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 9072601000.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Branch address & contact
CSB Bank LimitedCuddalore Branch
GROUND FLOOR NO 81 SANKARA NAIDU STREET THIRUPAPULIYAR CUDDALORE 2 CUDDALORE TAMIL NADU 607002
Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu
Phone: 9072601000
IFSC: CSBK0001283
Frequently asked questions
Is IFSC CSBK0001283 the same for all accounts at Cuddalore branch?
Yes. The IFSC CSBK0001283 is shared by every account held at CSB Bank Limited's Cuddalore branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
How do I add CSB Bank Limited Cuddalore as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CSBK0001283, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
What is the phone number of CSB Bank Limited Cuddalore branch?
You can reach the branch at 9072601000 during regular banking hours.
Where is CSB Bank Limited Cuddalore branch located?
CSB Bank Limited's Cuddalore branch is located at GROUND FLOOR NO 81 SANKARA NAIDU STREET THIRUPAPULIYAR CUDDALORE 2 CUDDALORE TAMIL NADU 607002, Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu.
Is IFSC CSBK0001283 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC CSBK0001283 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
What is the IFSC code of CSB Bank Limited Cuddalore branch?
The IFSC code of CSB Bank Limited, Cuddalore branch is CSBK0001283. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Does CSB Bank Limited Cuddalore branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 9072601000 to confirm.
Summary
The IFSC code CSBK0001283 belongs to CSB Bank Limited's CUDDALORE branch, located at GROUND FLOOR NO 81 SANKARA NAIDU STREET THIRUPAPULIYAR CUDDALORE 2 CUDDALORE… in CUDDALORE, 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.
