IFSC Code of Esaf Small Finance Bank Limited, Pudukkottai Branch, Tamil Nadu

This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Esaf Small Finance Bank Limited, PUDUKKOTTAI branch in PUDUKKOTTAI. The 11-digit IFSC ESMF0001691 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 Esaf Small Finance Bank Limited at the PUDUKKOTTAI 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.

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, ESMF0001691 is the IFSC of Esaf Small Finance Bank Limited's PUDUKKOTTAI branch. The format is fixed: ESMF = bank code, 0 = reserved, 001691 = branch identifier.

About Esaf Small Finance Bank Limited

Esaf Small Finance Bank Limited operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Pudukkottai branch in Pudukkottai. 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, ESMF0001691.

Branch details at a glance

About this branch

The branch is located at DOOR NO -3047, RASI COMPLEX , EAST 2ND STREET, PUDUKKOTTAI P O , PUDUKKOTTAI DIST- TAMIL NADU -622001. It serves the Pudukkottai region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of Esaf Small Finance Bank Limited. The IFSC ESMF0001691 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.

Why every Esaf 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 PUDUKKOTTAI of Esaf Small Finance Bank Limited — its own 11-character IFSC. The code ESMF0001691 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 ESMF0001691 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 Pudukkottai branch

Once you have an account at Esaf Small Finance Bank Limited – PUDUKKOTTAI, the IFSC ESMF0001691 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 Pudukkottai branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 4322-8714616998.

• 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 ESMF0001691

How to transfer money using IFSC ESMF0001691

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 ESMF0001691 across all three.

NEFT to Esaf Small Finance Bank Limited, PUDUKKOTTAI using IFSC ESMF0001691

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 ESMF0001691, and confirm that the system picks up Esaf Small Finance Bank Limited – PUDUKKOTTAI. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC ESMF0001691

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 Esaf Small Finance Bank Limited – PUDUKKOTTAI, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC ESMF0001691 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

IMPS to Esaf Small Finance Bank Limited PUDUKKOTTAI (IFSC ESMF0001691)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC ESMF0001691 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the PUDUKKOTTAI branch account within seconds.

Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Pudukkottai

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 ESMF0001691:

• 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 PUDUKKOTTAI is still linked to IFSC ESMF0001691.

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 ESMF0001691

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 Esaf Small Finance Bank Limited – PUDUKKOTTAI is still mapped to IFSC ESMF0001691. 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 ESMF0001691 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Online banking and IFSC ESMF0001691

Esaf Small Finance Bank Limited customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the PUDUKKOTTAI branch is active. Net banking lets you view balances, download statements, open fixed deposits, request cheque books and initiate NEFT/RTGS/IMPS transfers — all without setting foot in the branch. The IFSC ESMF0001691 is pre-filled by the bank for transfers originating from your own account, and you only need to enter it manually when adding an external beneficiary or sharing your account details with a third party.

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Pudukkottai branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC ESMF0001691 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC ESMF0001691

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 Esaf Small Finance Bank Limited – PUDUKKOTTAI, 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: ESMF0001691.
• 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.

How to reach the Pudukkottai branch

The branch is located at DOOR NO -3047, RASI COMPLEX , EAST 2ND STREET, PUDUKKOTTAI P O , PUDUKKOTTAI DIST- TAMIL NADU -622001, which puts it inside Pudukkottai, the broader Padukkottai district, and the state of Tamil Nadu. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Esaf Small Finance Bank Limited Pudukkottai branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC ESMF0001691 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 4322-8714616998 before stepping out, especially around public holidays.
3. 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 ESMF0001691 and your account number.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC ESMF0001691 for Esaf Small Finance Bank Limited – PUDUKKOTTAI, 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 Pudukkottai 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 ESMF0001691 continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code ESMF0001691 belongs to Esaf Small Finance Bank Limited's PUDUKKOTTAI branch, located at DOOR NO -3047, RASI COMPLEX , EAST 2ND STREET, PUDUKKOTTAI P O , PUDUKKOTTAI… in PUDUKKOTTAI, 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.