If you are searching for the IFSC code of Federal Bank, POLLACHI branch in POLLACHI, TAMIL NADU, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is FDRL0001179. 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 POLLACHI branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC FDRL0001179 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.
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 POLLACHI branch, the IFSC FDRL0001179 breaks down as follows: FDRL identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 001179 identifies this particular branch.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Federal Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Pollachi |
| IFSC Code | FDRL0001179 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | NO. 46/33-4,VENKATESA COLONY, KABEER DHASAR STREET,POLLACHI,COIMBATORE, TAMIL NADU - 642 002 |
| City | Pollachi |
| District | Pollachi |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| STD Code | 4259 |
| Phone | 221753 |
About the bank
Federal Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Pollachi branch in Pollachi, Tamil Nadu is part of this network and uses the IFSC code FDRL0001179 for all electronic settlement.
About this branch
The branch is located at NO. 46/33-4,VENKATESA COLONY, KABEER DHASAR STREET,POLLACHI,COIMBATORE, TAMIL NADU - 642 002. It serves the Pollachi 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 FDRL0001179 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
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 POLLACHI of Federal Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code FDRL0001179 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 FDRL0001179 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
How to transfer money using IFSC FDRL0001179
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 FDRL0001179 across all three.
NEFT to Federal Bank, POLLACHI using IFSC FDRL0001179
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 FDRL0001179, and confirm that the system picks up Federal Bank – POLLACHI. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to POLLACHI
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Federal Bank's POLLACHI branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC FDRL0001179 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to Federal Bank POLLACHI (IFSC FDRL0001179)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC FDRL0001179 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the POLLACHI branch account within seconds.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Pollachi
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 FDRL0001179:
- 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 POLLACHI is still linked to IFSC FDRL0001179.
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.
How UPI relates to the IFSC code
UPI lets you pay using a short Virtual Payment Address instead of typing the IFSC every time, but behind the scenes every UPI mandate is mapped to an account number plus an IFSC. For accounts at Federal Bank's POLLACHI branch, the IFSC FDRL0001179 is what the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) uses to route the credit when you tap Pay on a UPI app.
That is why, even in the UPI era, it is still worth knowing the IFSC of your home branch — for failed UPI mandates, e-mandate set-ups, third-party platform onboarding and salary or refund credits.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Pollachi branch is mapped to IFSC FDRL0001179 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 FDRL0001179.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Pollachi 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 FDRL0001179
MICR code & cheque clearing
Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by Federal Bank carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC FDRL0001179 and the account number together uniquely identify the Pollachi branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
Online banking and IFSC FDRL0001179
Federal Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the POLLACHI 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 FDRL0001179 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.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC FDRL0001179
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 – POLLACHI, 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:
FDRL0001179. - 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 Pollachi branch
The branch is located at NO. 46/33-4,VENKATESA COLONY, KABEER DHASAR STREET,POLLACHI,COIMBATORE, TAMIL NADU - 642 002, which puts it inside Pollachi, the broader Pollachi district, and the state of Tamil Nadu. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Federal Bank Pollachi branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC FDRL0001179 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 4259-221753 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 FDRL0001179 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC FDRL0001179 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 FDRL0001179 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 4259-221753.
- 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 Pollachi branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC FDRL0001179, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
Federal BankPollachi Branch
NO. 46/33-4,VENKATESA COLONY, KABEER DHASAR STREET,POLLACHI,COIMBATORE, TAMIL NADU - 642 002
Pollachi, Tamil Nadu
Phone: 4259-221753
IFSC: FDRL0001179
Frequently asked questions
How do I add Federal Bank Pollachi as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC FDRL0001179, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Where is Federal Bank Pollachi branch located?
Federal Bank's Pollachi branch is located at NO. 46/33-4,VENKATESA COLONY, KABEER DHASAR STREET,POLLACHI,COIMBATORE, TAMIL NADU - 642 002, Pollachi, Tamil Nadu.
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 Pollachi branch but serve different purposes.
Can I use IFSC FDRL0001179 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC FDRL0001179 to send funds instantly.
What is the phone number of Federal Bank Pollachi branch?
You can reach the branch at 4259-221753 during regular banking hours.
Is IFSC FDRL0001179 the same for all accounts at Pollachi branch?
Yes. The IFSC FDRL0001179 is shared by every account held at Federal Bank's Pollachi branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Is IFSC FDRL0001179 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC FDRL0001179 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Does Federal Bank Pollachi branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 4259-221753 to confirm.
Final notes
To recap: FDRL0001179 is the IFSC code of Federal Bank, POLLACHI branch, in POLLACHI, TAMIL NADU. 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.
