IFSC Code of HDFC Bank, Ktc Nagar Branch, Tamil Nadu

Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to HDFC Bank's KTC NAGAR branch in AGASTHEESWARAM, TAMIL NADU. The branch's IFSC code HDFC0011794 is the key identifier you need whenever a remitter, employer or biller asks for a bank routing number to send funds to an account held at this branch. We have also included the branch's postal address, telephone number, banking hours, common services, and an extensive FAQ block that should answer almost every question that comes up when you are about to add this branch as a beneficiary in your net-banking app for the first time.

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, HDFC0011794 is the IFSC of HDFC Bank's KTC NAGAR branch. The format is fixed: HDFC = bank code, 0 = reserved, 011794 = branch identifier.

About HDFC Bank

HDFC Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Ktc Nagar branch in Agastheeswaram. 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, HDFC0011794.

Branch details at a glance

About this branch

The branch is located at HDFC BANK LTD GRD FLOOR S NO 35 1A2 PLOT NO 1 WEST PART TNHB COLONY V M CHATRAM PALAYAMKOTTAI AGASTHEESWARAM TAMIL NADU 627011. It serves the Agastheeswaram region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of HDFC Bank. The IFSC HDFC0011794 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.

Why every HDFC 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 KTC NAGAR of HDFC Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code HDFC0011794 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 HDFC0011794 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 Ktc Nagar branch is mapped to IFSC HDFC0011794 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of HDFC 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 HDFC0011794.

Products and services

Customers walking into the Ktc Nagar branch can access most of HDFC 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 HDFC0011794

How to transfer money using IFSC HDFC0011794

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 HDFC0011794 across all three.

How to use IFSC HDFC0011794 for an NEFT transfer

NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to HDFC Bank's KTC NAGAR 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 HDFC0011794.
4. Confirm the bank name auto-populates as HDFC Bank and the branch as KTC NAGAR.
5. 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 KTC NAGAR

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at HDFC Bank's KTC NAGAR branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC HDFC0011794 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

IMPS to HDFC Bank KTC NAGAR (IFSC HDFC0011794)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC HDFC0011794 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the KTC NAGAR branch account within seconds.

Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Ktc Nagar

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 HDFC0011794:

• 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 KTC NAGAR is still linked to IFSC HDFC0011794.

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 HDFC Bank's KTC NAGAR branch, the IFSC HDFC0011794 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.

Digital banking channels

Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Ktc Nagar 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 HDFC0011794 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.

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Ktc Nagar branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC HDFC0011794 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 HDFC0011794

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 HDFC Bank – KTC NAGAR, 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: HDFC0011794.
• 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 Ktc Nagar branch

The branch is located at HDFC BANK LTD GRD FLOOR S NO 35 1A2 PLOT NO 1 WEST PART TNHB COLONY V M CHATRAM PALAYAMKOTTAI AGASTHEESWARAM TAMIL NADU 627011, which puts it inside Agastheeswaram, the broader Kanniyakumari district, and the state of Tamil Nadu. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “HDFC Bank Ktc Nagar branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC HDFC0011794 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 1800-2026161 before stepping out, especially around public holidays.
3. 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 HDFC0011794 and your account number.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC HDFC0011794 for HDFC Bank – KTC NAGAR, 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 Ktc Nagar 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 HDFC0011794 continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code HDFC0011794 belongs to HDFC Bank's KTC NAGAR branch, located at HDFC BANK LTD GRD FLOOR S NO 35 1A2 PLOT NO 1 WEST PART TNHB COLONY V M… in AGASTHEESWARAM, 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.