IFSC Code of HDFC Bank, Ullagaram Puzhuthivakkam Branch, Tamil Nadu

Below are the complete branch details for HDFC Bank, ULLAGARAM PUZHUTHIVAKKAM branch, located in CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is HDFC0008956. 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 HDFC0008956 for HDFC Bank – ULLAGARAM PUZHUTHIVAKKAM — 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 HDFC Bank – ULLAGARAM PUZHUTHIVAKKAM is HDFC0008956. The first four letters HDFC are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 008956 map to this branch in CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU.

About HDFC Bank

HDFC Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Ullagaram Puzhuthivakkam branch in Chennai. 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, HDFC0008956.

Branch details at a glance

Ullagaram Puzhuthivakkam branch overview

Located at GRD FLOOR NO 50 PERUMAL NAGAR 2ND STREET ULLAGARAM CHENNAI TAMIL NADU 600061, the Ullagaram Puzhuthivakkam branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC HDFC0008956 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.

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 ULLAGARAM PUZHUTHIVAKKAM of HDFC Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code HDFC0008956 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 HDFC0008956 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 Ullagaram Puzhuthivakkam branch is mapped to IFSC HDFC0008956 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 HDFC0008956.

Products and services

Customers walking into the Ullagaram Puzhuthivakkam 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 HDFC0008956

How to transfer money using IFSC HDFC0008956

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 HDFC0008956 across all three.

NEFT to HDFC Bank, ULLAGARAM PUZHUTHIVAKKAM using IFSC HDFC0008956

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 HDFC0008956, and confirm that the system picks up HDFC Bank – ULLAGARAM PUZHUTHIVAKKAM. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

Real-Time Gross Settlement to ULLAGARAM PUZHUTHIVAKKAM

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at HDFC Bank's ULLAGARAM PUZHUTHIVAKKAM branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC HDFC0008956 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

IMPS to HDFC Bank ULLAGARAM PUZHUTHIVAKKAM (IFSC HDFC0008956)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC HDFC0008956 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the ULLAGARAM PUZHUTHIVAKKAM branch account within seconds.

NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?

All three modes accept the IFSC HDFC0008956 for HDFC Bank – ULLAGARAM PUZHUTHIVAKKAM, 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.

For most retail customers crediting the Ullagaram Puzhuthivakkam 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.

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 ULLAGARAM PUZHUTHIVAKKAM branch, the IFSC HDFC0008956 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 HDFC0008956

HDFC Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the ULLAGARAM PUZHUTHIVAKKAM 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 HDFC0008956 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 Ullagaram Puzhuthivakkam branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC HDFC0008956 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 HDFC Bank – ULLAGARAM PUZHUTHIVAKKAM:

• The IFSC is exactly HDFC0008956 with no extra spaces.
• The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
• The portal auto-fills HDFC Bank as the bank name and ULLAGARAM PUZHUTHIVAKKAM 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.

How to reach the Ullagaram Puzhuthivakkam branch

The branch is located at GRD FLOOR NO 50 PERUMAL NAGAR 2ND STREET ULLAGARAM CHENNAI TAMIL NADU 600061, which puts it inside Chennai, the broader Chennai district, and the state of Tamil Nadu. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “HDFC Bank Ullagaram Puzhuthivakkam branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC HDFC0008956 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 HDFC0008956 and your account number.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC HDFC0008956 for HDFC Bank – ULLAGARAM PUZHUTHIVAKKAM, 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 Ullagaram Puzhuthivakkam branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC HDFC0008956, however, work 24x7.

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Summary

The IFSC code HDFC0008956 belongs to HDFC Bank's ULLAGARAM PUZHUTHIVAKKAM branch, located at GRD FLOOR NO 50 PERUMAL NAGAR 2ND STREET ULLAGARAM CHENNAI TAMIL NADU 600061 in CHENNAI, 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.