IFSC Code of CSB Bank Limited, Tuticorin Branch, Tamil Nadu

Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to CSB Bank Limited's TUTICORIN branch in TUTICORIN, TAMIL NADU. The branch's IFSC code CSBK0000183 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.

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 TUTICORIN branch, the IFSC CSBK0000183 breaks down as follows: CSBK identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 000183 identifies this particular branch.

About CSB Bank Limited

CSB Bank Limited operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Tuticorin branch in Tuticorin. 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, CSBK0000183.

About the Tuticorin branch

The Tuticorin branch of CSB Bank Limited is situated at MANUEL TOWERS,52 B EAST CAR STREET,TUTICORIN 628002 TAMIL NADU. 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 CSBK0000183 is used.

Branch details at a glance

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 TUTICORIN of CSB Bank Limited — its own 11-character IFSC. The code CSBK0000183 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 CSBK0000183 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Tuticorin branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC CSBK0000183 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

How to transfer money using IFSC CSBK0000183

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 CSBK0000183 across all three.

NEFT to CSB Bank Limited, TUTICORIN using IFSC CSBK0000183

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 CSBK0000183, and confirm that the system picks up CSB Bank Limited – TUTICORIN. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

Real-Time Gross Settlement to TUTICORIN

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at CSB Bank Limited's TUTICORIN branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC CSBK0000183 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

IMPS to CSB Bank Limited TUTICORIN (IFSC CSBK0000183)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC CSBK0000183 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the TUTICORIN branch account within seconds.

Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Tuticorin

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 CSBK0000183:

• 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 TUTICORIN is still linked to IFSC CSBK0000183.

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 CSBK0000183

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 CSB Bank Limited – TUTICORIN is still mapped to IFSC CSBK0000183. 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 CSBK0000183 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Tuticorin branch is mapped to IFSC CSBK0000183 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 CSBK0000183.

Products and services

Customers walking into the Tuticorin 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 CSBK0000183

Digital banking channels

Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Tuticorin 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 CSBK0000183 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.

Reaching the branch

The Tuticorin branch sits at MANUEL TOWERS,52 B EAST CAR STREET,TUTICORIN 628002 TAMIL NADU. If you are travelling from outside Tuticorin, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 91-9072601183 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 CSBK0000183 and your account number.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC CSBK0000183

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 – TUTICORIN, 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: CSBK0000183.
• 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.

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 Tuticorin branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC CSBK0000183, however, work 24x7.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC CSBK0000183 for CSB Bank Limited – TUTICORIN, 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

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code CSBK0000183 belongs to CSB Bank Limited's TUTICORIN branch, located at MANUEL TOWERS,52 B EAST CAR STREET,TUTICORIN 628002 TAMIL NADU in TUTICORIN, 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.