This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited, ANNA NAGAR branch in CHENNAI. The 11-digit IFSC ESFB0001002 uniquely identifies this branch in the RBI's centralised payments network and is required for every NEFT, RTGS or IMPS transaction routed to this branch. If you are paying somebody who banks with Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited at the ANNA NAGAR location, this is the only IFSC you need.
We have organised this page into clearly labelled sections so you can jump straight to the part that interests you — the IFSC and MICR details, the full postal address, the contact phone number, a quick primer on NEFT, RTGS and IMPS, the typical product line-up at the branch, and a frequently asked questions section that addresses the queries people raise most often about this 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 Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited – ANNA NAGAR is ESFB0001002. The first four letters ESFB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 001002 map to this branch in CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU.
About Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited
Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Anna Nagar branch in Chennai. 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, ESFB0001002.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited |
|---|---|
| Branch | Anna Nagar |
| IFSC Code | ESFB0001002 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | O-AH2,AH4,4THAVENUE,FIRSTFLOOR,SHANTHICOLONYMAINROAD,ANNAAGAR-CHENNAI600040,TAMILADU |
| City | Chennai |
| District | Chennai |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| STD Code | 44 |
| Phone | 30898015 |
About this branch
The branch is located at O-AH2,AH4,4THAVENUE,FIRSTFLOOR,SHANTHICOLONYMAINROAD,ANNAAGAR-CHENNAI600040,TAMILADU. It serves the Chennai region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited. The IFSC ESFB0001002 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
Why every Equitas Small Finance 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 ANNA NAGAR of Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited — its own 11-character IFSC. The code ESFB0001002 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 ESFB0001002 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
Account types you can open at the Anna Nagar branch
Once you have an account at Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited – ANNA NAGAR, the IFSC ESFB0001002 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.
Banking services available
The Anna Nagar branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 44-30898015.
- 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 ESFB0001002
How to transfer money using IFSC ESFB0001002
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 ESFB0001002 across all three.
NEFT to Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited, ANNA NAGAR using IFSC ESFB0001002
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 ESFB0001002, and confirm that the system picks up Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited – ANNA NAGAR. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to ANNA NAGAR
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited's ANNA NAGAR branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC ESFB0001002 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited ANNA NAGAR (IFSC ESFB0001002)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC ESFB0001002 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the ANNA NAGAR branch account within seconds.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Anna Nagar
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 ESFB0001002:
- 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 ANNA NAGAR is still linked to IFSC ESFB0001002.
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 ESFB0001002
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 Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited – ANNA NAGAR is still mapped to IFSC ESFB0001002. 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 ESFB0001002 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 Anna Nagar 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 ESFB0001002 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 & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Anna Nagar branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC ESFB0001002 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.
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 Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited – ANNA NAGAR:
- The IFSC is exactly ESFB0001002 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited as the bank name and ANNA NAGAR 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 Anna Nagar branch
The branch is located at O-AH2,AH4,4THAVENUE,FIRSTFLOOR,SHANTHICOLONYMAINROAD,ANNAAGAR-CHENNAI600040,TAMILADU, 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 “Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited Anna Nagar branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC ESFB0001002 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 44-30898015 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 ESFB0001002 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC ESFB0001002 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 ESFB0001002 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 44-30898015.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
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 Anna Nagar branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC ESFB0001002, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
Equitas Small Finance Bank LimitedAnna Nagar Branch
O-AH2,AH4,4THAVENUE,FIRSTFLOOR,SHANTHICOLONYMAINROAD,ANNAAGAR-CHENNAI600040,TAMILADU
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Phone: 44-30898015
IFSC: ESFB0001002
Frequently asked questions
Can I use IFSC ESFB0001002 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC ESFB0001002 to send funds instantly.
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 Anna Nagar branch but serve different purposes.
Where is Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited Anna Nagar branch located?
Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited's Anna Nagar branch is located at O-AH2,AH4,4THAVENUE,FIRSTFLOOR,SHANTHICOLONYMAINROAD,ANNAAGAR-CHENNAI600040,TAMILADU, Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
How do I add Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited Anna Nagar as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC ESFB0001002, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using ESFB0001002 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited – Anna Nagar reflect within 30 minutes.
What is the IFSC code of Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited Anna Nagar branch?
The IFSC code of Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited, Anna Nagar branch is ESFB0001002. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Does Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited Anna Nagar branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 44-30898015 to confirm.
Summary
The IFSC code ESFB0001002 belongs to Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited's ANNA NAGAR branch, located at O-AH2,AH4,4THAVENUE,FIRSTFLOOR,SHANTHICOLONYMAINROAD,ANNAAGAR-CHENNAI600040,TAM… 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.


