This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for HDFC Bank, VALLUVAR KOTTAM branch in CHENNAI. The 11-digit IFSC HDFC0006783 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 HDFC Bank at the VALLUVAR KOTTAM 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.
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, HDFC0006783 is the IFSC of HDFC Bank's VALLUVAR KOTTAM branch. The format is fixed: HDFC = bank code, 0 = reserved, 006783 = branch identifier.
Bank profile
HDFC Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Valluvar Kottam branch — IFSC HDFC0006783 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
About this branch
The branch is located at GRD FLOOR NEW NO 15 OLD NO 7 VELAYUTHAM MUDALI STREET NUNGAMBAKKAM CHENNAI TAMIL NADU 600034. It serves the Chennai 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 HDFC0006783 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | HDFC Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Valluvar Kottam |
| IFSC Code | HDFC0006783 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | GRD FLOOR NEW NO 15 OLD NO 7 VELAYUTHAM MUDALI STREET NUNGAMBAKKAM CHENNAI TAMIL NADU 600034 |
| City | Chennai |
| District | Chennai |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| STD Code | 1800 |
| Phone | 2026161 |
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 HDFC Bank's VALLUVAR KOTTAM branch came to be assigned the code HDFC0006783.
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 HDFC0006783, money simply cannot be routed to the VALLUVAR KOTTAM branch electronically.
MICR code & cheque clearing
Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by HDFC Bank carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC HDFC0006783 and the account number together uniquely identify the Valluvar Kottam branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
How to transfer money using IFSC HDFC0006783
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 HDFC0006783 across all three.
NEFT to HDFC Bank, VALLUVAR KOTTAM using IFSC HDFC0006783
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 HDFC0006783, and confirm that the system picks up HDFC Bank – VALLUVAR KOTTAM. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to VALLUVAR KOTTAM
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at HDFC Bank's VALLUVAR KOTTAM branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC HDFC0006783 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to HDFC Bank – VALLUVAR KOTTAM, use IMPS. With IFSC HDFC0006783 and the beneficiary's account number you can move up to ₹5 lakh per transaction with instant credit, any day of the year.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC HDFC0006783 for HDFC Bank – VALLUVAR KOTTAM, 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 – HDFC0006783 | Yes – HDFC0006783 | Yes – HDFC0006783 |
For most retail customers crediting the Valluvar Kottam 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 HDFC0006783
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 HDFC Bank – VALLUVAR KOTTAM is still mapped to IFSC HDFC0006783. 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 HDFC0006783 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Account types you can open at the Valluvar Kottam branch
Once you have an account at HDFC Bank – VALLUVAR KOTTAM, the IFSC HDFC0006783 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.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Valluvar Kottam 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 HDFC0006783
Online banking and IFSC HDFC0006783
HDFC Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the VALLUVAR KOTTAM 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 HDFC0006783 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.
How to reach the Valluvar Kottam branch
The branch is located at GRD FLOOR NEW NO 15 OLD NO 7 VELAYUTHAM MUDALI STREET NUNGAMBAKKAM CHENNAI TAMIL NADU 600034, which puts it inside Chennai, the broader Chennai district, and the state of Tamil Nadu. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “HDFC Bank Valluvar Kottam branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC HDFC0006783 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 1800-2026161 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 HDFC0006783 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 HDFC Bank – VALLUVAR KOTTAM:
- The IFSC is exactly HDFC0006783 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 VALLUVAR KOTTAM 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.
Working hours
Branch counters at Valluvar Kottam 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 HDFC0006783 continue to work without interruption.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC HDFC0006783 for HDFC Bank – VALLUVAR KOTTAM, 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 address & contact
HDFC BankValluvar Kottam Branch
GRD FLOOR NEW NO 15 OLD NO 7 VELAYUTHAM MUDALI STREET NUNGAMBAKKAM CHENNAI TAMIL NADU 600034
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Phone: 1800-2026161
IFSC: HDFC0006783
Frequently asked questions
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using HDFC0006783 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to HDFC Bank – Valluvar Kottam reflect within 30 minutes.
Is IFSC HDFC0006783 the same for all accounts at Valluvar Kottam branch?
Yes. The IFSC HDFC0006783 is shared by every account held at HDFC Bank's Valluvar Kottam branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
What is the IFSC code of HDFC Bank Valluvar Kottam branch?
The IFSC code of HDFC Bank, Valluvar Kottam branch is HDFC0006783. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Can I use IFSC HDFC0006783 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC HDFC0006783 to send funds instantly.
Does HDFC Bank Valluvar Kottam branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 1800-2026161 to confirm.
How do I add HDFC Bank Valluvar Kottam as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC HDFC0006783, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
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 Valluvar Kottam branch but serve different purposes.
What is the phone number of HDFC Bank Valluvar Kottam branch?
You can reach the branch at 1800-2026161 during regular banking hours.
Summary
The IFSC code HDFC0006783 belongs to HDFC Bank's VALLUVAR KOTTAM branch, located at GRD FLOOR NEW NO 15 OLD NO 7 VELAYUTHAM MUDALI STREET NUNGAMBAKKAM CHENNAI… 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.
