Below are the complete branch details for Federal Bank, ERODE - SOLAR branch, located in ERODE, TAMIL NADU. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is FDRL0002479. Whether you want to transfer money, add a beneficiary, verify a cheque or simply confirm the branch address, you will find authentic, up-to-date information on this page that has been cross-checked against the bank's branch directory and the RBI's master list of participants in the National Electronic Funds Transfer system.
The IFSC code is one of the most frequently asked-for pieces of information when somebody wants to send you money or set up a recurring credit such as a salary, EMI auto-debit or supplier payment. Knowing exactly which IFSC belongs to your branch — in this case FDRL0002479 for Federal Bank – ERODE - SOLAR — saves you from rejected transfers, returned credits and the back-and-forth that follows them.
An IFSC (Indian Financial System Code) is an 11-character alphanumeric code issued by the Reserve Bank of India. It uniquely identifies every bank branch that participates in the RBI's electronic fund-transfer systems – NEFT, RTGS and IMPS. The first four characters represent the bank, the fifth is always a zero (reserved for future use), and the last six characters identify the specific branch.
For Federal Bank's ERODE - SOLAR branch, the IFSC FDRL0002479 breaks down as follows: FDRL identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 002479 identifies this particular branch.
Bank profile
Federal Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Erode - Solar branch — IFSC FDRL0002479 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Erode, Tamil Nadu.
About the Erode - Solar branch
The Erode - Solar branch of Federal Bank is situated at NEAR SKM SOLAR, ERODE-KARUR ROAD, ERODE, TAMIL NADU - 638002. 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 FDRL0002479 is used.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Federal Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Erode - Solar |
| IFSC Code | FDRL0002479 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | NEAR SKM SOLAR, ERODE-KARUR ROAD, ERODE, TAMIL NADU - 638002 |
| City | Erode |
| District | Erode |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| STD Code | 91 |
| Phone | 8281210388 |
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 ERODE - SOLAR of Federal Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code FDRL0002479 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 FDRL0002479 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Erode - Solar branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC FDRL0002479 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.
How to transfer money using IFSC FDRL0002479
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 FDRL0002479 across all three.
NEFT to Federal Bank, ERODE - SOLAR using IFSC FDRL0002479
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 FDRL0002479, and confirm that the system picks up Federal Bank – ERODE - SOLAR. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to ERODE - SOLAR
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Federal Bank's ERODE - SOLAR branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC FDRL0002479 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to Federal Bank ERODE - SOLAR (IFSC FDRL0002479)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC FDRL0002479 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the ERODE - SOLAR branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC FDRL0002479 for Federal Bank – ERODE - SOLAR, 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 – FDRL0002479 | Yes – FDRL0002479 | Yes – FDRL0002479 |
For most retail customers crediting the Erode - Solar 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 FDRL0002479
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 – ERODE - SOLAR is still mapped to IFSC FDRL0002479. 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 FDRL0002479 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Account types you can open at the Erode - Solar branch
Once you have an account at Federal Bank – ERODE - SOLAR, the IFSC FDRL0002479 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 Erode - Solar branch can access most of Federal Bank'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 FDRL0002479
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Erode - Solar 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 FDRL0002479 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.
How to reach the Erode - Solar branch
The branch is located at NEAR SKM SOLAR, ERODE-KARUR ROAD, ERODE, TAMIL NADU - 638002, which puts it inside Erode, the broader Erode district, and the state of Tamil Nadu. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Federal Bank Erode - Solar branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC FDRL0002479 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 91-8281210388 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 FDRL0002479 and your account number.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC FDRL0002479
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 – ERODE - SOLAR, 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:
FDRL0002479. - 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.
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 Erode - Solar branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC FDRL0002479, however, work 24x7.
Verifying IFSC FDRL0002479 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 FDRL0002479 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 91-8281210388.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Branch address & contact
Federal BankErode - Solar Branch
NEAR SKM SOLAR, ERODE-KARUR ROAD, ERODE, TAMIL NADU - 638002
Erode, Tamil Nadu
Phone: 91-8281210388
IFSC: FDRL0002479
Frequently asked questions
Is IFSC FDRL0002479 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC FDRL0002479 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
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 Erode - Solar branch but serve different purposes.
What is the IFSC code of Federal Bank Erode - Solar branch?
The IFSC code of Federal Bank, Erode - Solar branch is FDRL0002479. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Does Federal Bank Erode - Solar branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 91-8281210388 to confirm.
How do I add Federal Bank Erode - Solar as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC FDRL0002479, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
What is the phone number of Federal Bank Erode - Solar branch?
You can reach the branch at 91-8281210388 during regular banking hours.
Is IFSC FDRL0002479 the same for all accounts at Erode - Solar branch?
Yes. The IFSC FDRL0002479 is shared by every account held at Federal Bank's Erode - Solar branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Summary
The IFSC code FDRL0002479 belongs to Federal Bank's ERODE - SOLAR branch, located at NEAR SKM SOLAR, ERODE-KARUR ROAD, ERODE, TAMIL NADU - 638002 in ERODE, 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.
