IFSC Code of Federal Bank, Thiruvananthapuram Kuravankon Branch, Kerala

This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Federal Bank, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM KURAVANKON branch in THIRUVANANTHAPURAM. The 11-digit IFSC FDRL0002179 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 Federal Bank at the THIRUVANANTHAPURAM KURAVANKON 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.

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 THIRUVANANTHAPURAM KURAVANKON branch, the IFSC FDRL0002179 breaks down as follows: FDRL identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 002179 identifies this particular branch.

Bank profile

Federal Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Thiruvananthapuram Kuravankon branch — IFSC FDRL0002179 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.

Branch details at a glance

About this branch

The branch is located at KURAVANKON FEDERAL BANK , KURAVANKON 695003. It serves the Thiruvananthapuram 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 FDRL0002179 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.

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 THIRUVANANTHAPURAM KURAVANKON branch came to be assigned the code FDRL0002179.

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 FDRL0002179, money simply cannot be routed to the THIRUVANANTHAPURAM KURAVANKON branch electronically.

Account types you can open at the Thiruvananthapuram Kuravankon branch

Once you have an account at Federal Bank – THIRUVANANTHAPURAM KURAVANKON, the IFSC FDRL0002179 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 Thiruvananthapuram Kuravankon branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 471-2311643.

• 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 FDRL0002179

How to transfer money using IFSC FDRL0002179

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 FDRL0002179 across all three.

How to use IFSC FDRL0002179 for an NEFT transfer

NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Federal Bank's THIRUVANANTHAPURAM KURAVANKON 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).

1. Log in to your internet banking or mobile banking app.
2. Choose Add Beneficiary and select NEFT / Other Bank.
3. Enter the beneficiary name, account number and the IFSC FDRL0002179.
4. Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Federal Bank and the branch as THIRUVANANTHAPURAM KURAVANKON.
5. Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC FDRL0002179

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 – THIRUVANANTHAPURAM KURAVANKON, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC FDRL0002179 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

IMPS to Federal Bank THIRUVANANTHAPURAM KURAVANKON (IFSC FDRL0002179)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC FDRL0002179 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the THIRUVANANTHAPURAM KURAVANKON branch account within seconds.

Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Thiruvananthapuram Kuravankon

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 FDRL0002179:

• 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 THIRUVANANTHAPURAM KURAVANKON is still linked to IFSC FDRL0002179.

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 THIRUVANANTHAPURAM KURAVANKON branch, the IFSC FDRL0002179 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.

Online banking and IFSC FDRL0002179

Federal Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the THIRUVANANTHAPURAM KURAVANKON 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 FDRL0002179 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 Thiruvananthapuram Kuravankon branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC FDRL0002179 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

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 – THIRUVANANTHAPURAM KURAVANKON:

• The IFSC is exactly FDRL0002179 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 THIRUVANANTHAPURAM KURAVANKON 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.

Reaching the branch

The Thiruvananthapuram Kuravankon branch sits at KURAVANKON FEDERAL BANK , KURAVANKON 695003. If you are travelling from outside Thiruvananthapuram, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 471-2311643 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 FDRL0002179 and your account number.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC FDRL0002179 for Federal Bank – THIRUVANANTHAPURAM KURAVANKON, 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.

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 Thiruvananthapuram Kuravankon branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC FDRL0002179, however, work 24x7.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code FDRL0002179 belongs to Federal Bank's THIRUVANANTHAPURAM KURAVANKON branch, located at KURAVANKON FEDERAL BANK , KURAVANKON 695003 in THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, KERALA. 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.