IFSC Code of Federal Bank, Collection Hub-Ksfe Branch, Kerala

If you are searching for the IFSC code of Federal Bank, COLLECTION HUB-KSFE branch in ERNAKULAM, KERALA, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is FDRL000KSFE. 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 COLLECTION HUB-KSFE branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC FDRL000KSFE 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.

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, FDRL000KSFE is the IFSC of Federal Bank's COLLECTION HUB-KSFE branch. The format is fixed: FDRL = bank code, 0 = reserved, 00KSFE = branch identifier.

Bank profile

Federal Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Collection Hub-Ksfe branch — IFSC FDRL000KSFE — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Ernakulam, Kerala.

Branch details at a glance

Collection Hub-Ksfe branch overview

Located at THE FEDERAL BANK LTD, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT, FEDERAL TOWERS, HO, BANK JUNCTION, ALUVA, KERALA -683101, the Collection Hub-Ksfe branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC FDRL000KSFE is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.

Why every Federal Bank 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 COLLECTION HUB-KSFE of Federal Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code FDRL000KSFE 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 FDRL000KSFE 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 Collection Hub-Ksfe branch is mapped to IFSC FDRL000KSFE on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of Federal Bank, 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 FDRL000KSFE.

Banking services available

The Collection Hub-Ksfe branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 484-2634195.

• 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 FDRL000KSFE

How to transfer money using IFSC FDRL000KSFE

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 FDRL000KSFE across all three.

NEFT to Federal Bank, COLLECTION HUB-KSFE using IFSC FDRL000KSFE

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 FDRL000KSFE, and confirm that the system picks up Federal Bank – COLLECTION HUB-KSFE. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC FDRL000KSFE

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 Federal Bank – COLLECTION HUB-KSFE, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC FDRL000KSFE while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

IMPS to Federal Bank COLLECTION HUB-KSFE (IFSC FDRL000KSFE)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC FDRL000KSFE in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the COLLECTION HUB-KSFE branch account within seconds.

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

All three modes accept the IFSC FDRL000KSFE for Federal Bank – COLLECTION HUB-KSFE, 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 Collection Hub-Ksfe 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 FDRL000KSFE

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 Federal Bank – COLLECTION HUB-KSFE is still mapped to IFSC FDRL000KSFE. 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 FDRL000KSFE and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Online banking and IFSC FDRL000KSFE

Federal Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the COLLECTION HUB-KSFE 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 FDRL000KSFE 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 Collection Hub-Ksfe branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC FDRL000KSFE 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 FDRL000KSFE

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 Federal Bank – COLLECTION HUB-KSFE, 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: FDRL000KSFE.
• 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 Collection Hub-Ksfe branch sits at THE FEDERAL BANK LTD, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT, FEDERAL TOWERS, HO, BANK JUNCTION, ALUVA, KERALA -683101. If you are travelling from outside Ernakulam, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 484-2634195 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 FDRL000KSFE and your account number.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC FDRL000KSFE for Federal Bank – COLLECTION HUB-KSFE, 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 Collection Hub-Ksfe 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 FDRL000KSFE continue to work without interruption.

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Frequently asked questions

Final notes

To recap: FDRL000KSFE is the IFSC code of Federal Bank, COLLECTION HUB-KSFE branch, in ERNAKULAM, KERALA. It is required for every electronic transfer to an account held at this branch. We keep this page updated with the latest address and contact details, so you can rely on the information here for your day-to-day banking needs.