Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to DCB Bank Limited's CHENNAI branch in CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU. The branch's IFSC code DCBL0000060 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, DCBL0000060 is the IFSC of DCB Bank Limited's CHENNAI branch. The format is fixed: DCBL = bank code, 0 = reserved, 000060 = branch identifier.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | DCB Bank Limited |
|---|---|
| Branch | Chennai |
| IFSC Code | DCBL0000060 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | 37, JAMBULINGAM STREET, NUNGAMBAKKAM, CHENNAI - 600 034. |
| City | Chennai |
| District | Chennai |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| STD Code | 44 |
| Phone | 4464520730 |
Bank profile
DCB Bank Limited is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Chennai branch — IFSC DCBL0000060 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
About the Chennai branch
The Chennai branch of DCB Bank Limited is situated at 37, JAMBULINGAM STREET, NUNGAMBAKKAM, CHENNAI - 600 034.. 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 DCBL0000060 is used.
Why every DCB 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 CHENNAI of DCB Bank Limited — its own 11-character IFSC. The code DCBL0000060 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 DCBL0000060 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
How to transfer money using IFSC DCBL0000060
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 DCBL0000060 across all three.
How to use IFSC DCBL0000060 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to DCB Bank Limited's CHENNAI 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).
- Log in to your internet banking or mobile banking app.
- Choose Add Beneficiary and select NEFT / Other Bank.
- Enter the beneficiary name, account number and the IFSC DCBL0000060.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as DCB Bank Limited and the branch as CHENNAI.
- 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 CHENNAI
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at DCB Bank Limited's CHENNAI branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC DCBL0000060 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to DCB Bank Limited – CHENNAI, use IMPS. With IFSC DCBL0000060 and the beneficiary's account number you can move up to ₹5 lakh per transaction with instant credit, any day of the year.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Chennai
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 DCBL0000060:
- 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 CHENNAI is still linked to IFSC DCBL0000060.
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 DCBL0000060
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 DCB Bank Limited – CHENNAI is still mapped to IFSC DCBL0000060. 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 DCBL0000060 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Account types you can open at the Chennai branch
Once you have an account at DCB Bank Limited – CHENNAI, the IFSC DCBL0000060 stays the same regardless of the type of account you hold. The branch typically supports the following options:
- Savings account — for individuals, with chequebook, ATM card and net-banking access.
- Current account — for sole proprietors, partnerships and companies that need higher transaction volumes.
- Salary account — opened in bulk for corporate employees, often with zero-balance benefits.
- NRE / NRO accounts — for non-resident Indians who want to repatriate or maintain rupee balances in India.
- Fixed deposit and recurring deposit — term-based investment accounts with quarterly or cumulative interest.
- Senior citizen accounts — concessional minimum balance and a small interest rate premium on FDs.
- Minor and student accounts — operated jointly with a guardian until the customer turns 18.
Eligibility, minimum balance and KYC requirements vary by product. Speak to a relationship officer at the branch for the latest schedule of charges and interest rates.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Chennai branch can access most of DCB 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 DCBL0000060
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Chennai branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC DCBL0000060 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 Chennai 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 DCBL0000060 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 DCB Bank Limited – CHENNAI:
- The IFSC is exactly DCBL0000060 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills DCB Bank Limited as the bank name and CHENNAI 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.
How to reach the Chennai branch
The branch is located at 37, JAMBULINGAM STREET, NUNGAMBAKKAM, CHENNAI - 600 034., which puts it inside Chennai, the broader Chennai district, and the state of Tamil Nadu. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “DCB Bank Limited Chennai branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC DCBL0000060 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 44-4464520730 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 DCBL0000060 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC DCBL0000060 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 DCBL0000060 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 44-4464520730.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Working hours
Branch counters at Chennai 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 DCBL0000060 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
DCB Bank LimitedChennai Branch
37, JAMBULINGAM STREET, NUNGAMBAKKAM, CHENNAI - 600 034.
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Phone: 44-4464520730
IFSC: DCBL0000060
Frequently asked questions
Can I use IFSC DCBL0000060 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC DCBL0000060 to send funds instantly.
Where is DCB Bank Limited Chennai branch located?
DCB Bank Limited's Chennai branch is located at 37, JAMBULINGAM STREET, NUNGAMBAKKAM, CHENNAI - 600 034., Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
What is the phone number of DCB Bank Limited Chennai branch?
You can reach the branch at 44-4464520730 during regular banking hours.
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 Chennai branch but serve different purposes.
Is IFSC DCBL0000060 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC DCBL0000060 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
How do I add DCB Bank Limited Chennai as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC DCBL0000060, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Is IFSC DCBL0000060 the same for all accounts at Chennai branch?
Yes. The IFSC DCBL0000060 is shared by every account held at DCB Bank Limited's Chennai branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Summary
The IFSC code DCBL0000060 belongs to DCB Bank Limited's CHENNAI branch, located at 37, JAMBULINGAM STREET, NUNGAMBAKKAM, CHENNAI - 600 034. in CHENNAI, 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.
