Below are the complete branch details for Federal Bank, PIPODARA branch, located in KIM, GUJARAT. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is FDRL0002195. 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 FDRL0002195 for Federal Bank – PIPODARA — saves you from rejected transfers, returned credits and the back-and-forth that follows them.
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 Federal Bank – PIPODARA is FDRL0002195. The first four letters FDRL are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 002195 map to this branch in KIM, GUJARAT.
About Federal Bank
Federal Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Pipodara branch in Kim. 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, FDRL0002195.
About this branch
The branch is located at SHOP NO 1,2,3,FORTUNE PLAZA,VISHAKARMA NAGAR,PIPODRA GIDC,PIPODRA,DIST SURAT,PINCODE 396002. It serves the Kim region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of Federal Bank. The IFSC FDRL0002195 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Federal Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Pipodara |
| IFSC Code | FDRL0002195 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | SHOP NO 1,2,3,FORTUNE PLAZA,VISHAKARMA NAGAR,PIPODRA GIDC,PIPODRA,DIST SURAT,PINCODE 396002 |
| City | Kim |
| District | Kim |
| State | Gujarat |
| STD Code | 91 |
| Phone | 9428374710 |
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 Federal Bank's PIPODARA branch came to be assigned the code FDRL0002195.
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 FDRL0002195, money simply cannot be routed to the PIPODARA branch electronically.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Pipodara branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC FDRL0002195 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 FDRL0002195
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 FDRL0002195 across all three.
How to use IFSC FDRL0002195 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Federal Bank's PIPODARA 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 FDRL0002195.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Federal Bank and the branch as PIPODARA.
- 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 PIPODARA
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Federal Bank's PIPODARA branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC FDRL0002195 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to Federal Bank PIPODARA (IFSC FDRL0002195)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC FDRL0002195 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the PIPODARA branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC FDRL0002195 for Federal Bank – PIPODARA, 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 – FDRL0002195 | Yes – FDRL0002195 | Yes – FDRL0002195 |
For most retail customers crediting the Pipodara 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 FDRL0002195
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 – PIPODARA is still mapped to IFSC FDRL0002195. 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 FDRL0002195 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Account types you can open at the Pipodara branch
Once you have an account at Federal Bank – PIPODARA, the IFSC FDRL0002195 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 Pipodara branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 91-9428374710.
- 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 FDRL0002195
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Pipodara 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 FDRL0002195 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.
Reaching the branch
The Pipodara branch sits at SHOP NO 1,2,3,FORTUNE PLAZA,VISHAKARMA NAGAR,PIPODRA GIDC,PIPODRA,DIST SURAT,PINCODE 396002. If you are travelling from outside Kim, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 91-9428374710 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 FDRL0002195 and your account number.
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 Federal Bank – PIPODARA:
- The IFSC is exactly FDRL0002195 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills Federal Bank as the bank name and PIPODARA 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.
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 Pipodara branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC FDRL0002195, however, work 24x7.
Verifying IFSC FDRL0002195 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 FDRL0002195 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 91-9428374710.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Branch address & contact
Federal BankPipodara Branch
SHOP NO 1,2,3,FORTUNE PLAZA,VISHAKARMA NAGAR,PIPODRA GIDC,PIPODRA,DIST SURAT,PINCODE 396002
Kim, Gujarat
Phone: 91-9428374710
IFSC: FDRL0002195
Frequently asked questions
Is IFSC FDRL0002195 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC FDRL0002195 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Is IFSC FDRL0002195 the same for all accounts at Pipodara branch?
Yes. The IFSC FDRL0002195 is shared by every account held at Federal Bank's Pipodara branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Where is Federal Bank Pipodara branch located?
Federal Bank's Pipodara branch is located at SHOP NO 1,2,3,FORTUNE PLAZA,VISHAKARMA NAGAR,PIPODRA GIDC,PIPODRA,DIST SURAT,PINCODE 396002, Kim, Gujarat.
How do I add Federal Bank Pipodara as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC FDRL0002195, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Does Federal Bank Pipodara branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 91-9428374710 to confirm.
What is the IFSC code of Federal Bank Pipodara branch?
The IFSC code of Federal Bank, Pipodara branch is FDRL0002195. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Final notes
To recap: FDRL0002195 is the IFSC code of Federal Bank, PIPODARA branch, in KIM, GUJARAT. 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.


