Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Doha Bank QPSC's CHENNAI branch in CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU. The branch's IFSC code DOHB0000004 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.
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 Doha Bank QPSC – CHENNAI is DOHB0000004. The first four letters DOHB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 000004 map to this branch in CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Doha Bank QPSC |
|---|---|
| Branch | Chennai |
| IFSC Code | DOHB0000004 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | JAWAD ISPAHANI COMPLEX, 9, ANNASALAI, CHENNAI-600002, TAMILNADU |
| City | Chennai |
| District | Chennai |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| STD Code | 44 |
| Phone | 43434848 |
Bank profile
Doha Bank QPSC is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Chennai branch — IFSC DOHB0000004 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
About the Chennai branch
The Chennai branch of Doha Bank QPSC is situated at JAWAD ISPAHANI COMPLEX, 9, ANNASALAI, CHENNAI-600002, TAMILNADU. 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 DOHB0000004 is used.
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 Doha Bank QPSC's CHENNAI branch came to be assigned the code DOHB0000004.
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 DOHB0000004, money simply cannot be routed to the CHENNAI branch electronically.
How to transfer money using IFSC DOHB0000004
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 DOHB0000004 across all three.
How to use IFSC DOHB0000004 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Doha Bank QPSC'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 DOHB0000004.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Doha Bank QPSC 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 Doha Bank QPSC's CHENNAI branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC DOHB0000004 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Doha Bank QPSC – CHENNAI, use IMPS. With IFSC DOHB0000004 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 DOHB0000004 for Doha Bank QPSC – CHENNAI, 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 – DOHB0000004 | Yes – DOHB0000004 | Yes – DOHB0000004 |
For most retail customers crediting the Chennai 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 Doha Bank QPSC's CHENNAI branch, the IFSC DOHB0000004 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 Chennai branch is mapped to IFSC DOHB0000004 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of Doha Bank QPSC, 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 DOHB0000004.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Chennai branch can access most of Doha Bank QPSC'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 DOHB0000004
MICR code & cheque clearing
Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by Doha Bank QPSC carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC DOHB0000004 and the account number together uniquely identify the Chennai branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
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 DOHB0000004 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 Doha Bank QPSC – CHENNAI:
- The IFSC is exactly DOHB0000004 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills Doha Bank QPSC 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 JAWAD ISPAHANI COMPLEX, 9, ANNASALAI, CHENNAI-600002, TAMILNADU, 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 “Doha Bank QPSC Chennai branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC DOHB0000004 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 44-43434848 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 DOHB0000004 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC DOHB0000004 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 DOHB0000004 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 44-43434848.
- 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 DOHB0000004 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Doha Bank QPSCChennai Branch
JAWAD ISPAHANI COMPLEX, 9, ANNASALAI, CHENNAI-600002, TAMILNADU
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Phone: 44-43434848
IFSC: DOHB0000004
Frequently asked questions
Is IFSC DOHB0000004 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC DOHB0000004 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
What is the phone number of Doha Bank QPSC Chennai branch?
You can reach the branch at 44-43434848 during regular banking hours.
What is the IFSC code of Doha Bank QPSC Chennai branch?
The IFSC code of Doha Bank QPSC, Chennai branch is DOHB0000004. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Can I use IFSC DOHB0000004 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC DOHB0000004 to send funds instantly.
Where is Doha Bank QPSC Chennai branch located?
Doha Bank QPSC's Chennai branch is located at JAWAD ISPAHANI COMPLEX, 9, ANNASALAI, CHENNAI-600002, TAMILNADU, Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
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 DOHB0000004 the same for all accounts at Chennai branch?
Yes. The IFSC DOHB0000004 is shared by every account held at Doha Bank QPSC's Chennai branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using DOHB0000004 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Doha Bank QPSC – Chennai reflect within 30 minutes.
Summary
The IFSC code DOHB0000004 belongs to Doha Bank QPSC's CHENNAI branch, located at JAWAD ISPAHANI COMPLEX, 9, ANNASALAI, CHENNAI-600002, TAMILNADU 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.
