IFSC Code of DBS Bank India Limited, Madurai Ii Branch, Tamil Nadu

If you are searching for the IFSC code of DBS Bank India Limited, MADURAI II branch in MADURAI, TAMIL NADU, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is DBSS0IN0196. 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 MADURAI II branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC DBSS0IN0196 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.

The Indian Financial System Code, popularly known as IFSC, is an 11-digit alphanumeric code that the RBI assigns to every bank branch participating in online interbank settlement. Without this code, an electronic transfer simply cannot reach its destination branch.

The IFSC for DBS Bank India Limited – MADURAI II is DBSS0IN0196. The first four letters DBSS are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters IN0196 map to this branch in MADURAI, TAMIL NADU.

Bank profile

DBS Bank India Limited is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Madurai Ii branch — IFSC DBSS0IN0196 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Madurai, Tamil Nadu.

Branch details at a glance

Madurai Ii branch overview

Located at CHANDRA GANDHI NAGAR,BYE PASS ROAD,D.NO.70,MEENA COMPLEX,MADURAIMADURAI ( M CORP.)625016TN, the Madurai Ii branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC DBSS0IN0196 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.

Why every DBS Bank India 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 MADURAI II of DBS Bank India Limited — its own 11-character IFSC. The code DBSS0IN0196 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 DBSS0IN0196 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Madurai Ii branch is mapped to IFSC DBSS0IN0196 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of DBS Bank India 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 DBSS0IN0196.

Banking services available

The Madurai Ii branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 452-2381373.

• 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 DBSS0IN0196

How to transfer money using IFSC DBSS0IN0196

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 DBSS0IN0196 across all three.

NEFT to DBS Bank India Limited, MADURAI II using IFSC DBSS0IN0196

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 DBSS0IN0196, and confirm that the system picks up DBS Bank India Limited – MADURAI II. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC DBSS0IN0196

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 DBS Bank India Limited – MADURAI II, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC DBSS0IN0196 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

IMPS to DBS Bank India Limited MADURAI II (IFSC DBSS0IN0196)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC DBSS0IN0196 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the MADURAI II branch account within seconds.

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

All three modes accept the IFSC DBSS0IN0196 for DBS Bank India Limited – MADURAI II, 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 Madurai Ii 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 DBSS0IN0196

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 DBS Bank India Limited – MADURAI II is still mapped to IFSC DBSS0IN0196. 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 DBSS0IN0196 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Digital banking channels

Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Madurai Ii 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 DBSS0IN0196 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.

MICR code & cheque clearing

Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by DBS Bank India Limited carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC DBSS0IN0196 and the account number together uniquely identify the Madurai Ii branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC DBSS0IN0196

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 DBS Bank India Limited – MADURAI II, 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: DBSS0IN0196.
• 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.

Reaching the branch

The Madurai Ii branch sits at CHANDRA GANDHI NAGAR,BYE PASS ROAD,D.NO.70,MEENA COMPLEX,MADURAIMADURAI ( M CORP.)625016TN. If you are travelling from outside Madurai, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 452-2381373 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 DBSS0IN0196 and your account number.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC DBSS0IN0196 for DBS Bank India Limited – MADURAI II, 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 Madurai Ii 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 DBSS0IN0196 continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code DBSS0IN0196 belongs to DBS Bank India Limited's MADURAI II branch, located at CHANDRA GANDHI NAGAR,BYE PASS ROAD,D.NO.70,MEENA COMPLEX,MADURAIMADURAI ( M… in MADURAI, 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.