IFSC Code of HDFC Bank, Giddalur Branch, Andhra Pradesh

Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to HDFC Bank's GIDDALUR branch in GIDDALUR, ANDHRA PRADESH. The branch's IFSC code HDFC0002993 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, HDFC0002993 is the IFSC of HDFC Bank's GIDDALUR branch. The format is fixed: HDFC = bank code, 0 = reserved, 002993 = branch identifier.

Branch details at a glance

Bank profile

HDFC Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Giddalur branch — IFSC HDFC0002993 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Giddalur, Andhra Pradesh.

About this branch

The branch is located at HDFC BANK LTD., 8-17-173-B, GROUND FLOOR, MUBARAK COMPLEX, RACHARLA ROAD, GIDDALLUR, PRAKASAM ANDHRA PRADESH 523357. It serves the Giddalur 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 HDFC0002993 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 HDFC Bank's GIDDALUR branch came to be assigned the code HDFC0002993.

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 HDFC0002993, money simply cannot be routed to the GIDDALUR branch electronically.

How to transfer money using IFSC HDFC0002993

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 HDFC0002993 across all three.

NEFT to HDFC Bank, GIDDALUR using IFSC HDFC0002993

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 HDFC0002993, and confirm that the system picks up HDFC Bank – GIDDALUR. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC HDFC0002993

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 HDFC Bank – GIDDALUR, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC HDFC0002993 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

IMPS to HDFC Bank GIDDALUR (IFSC HDFC0002993)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC HDFC0002993 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the GIDDALUR branch account within seconds.

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

All three modes accept the IFSC HDFC0002993 for HDFC Bank – GIDDALUR, 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 Giddalur 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 HDFC0002993

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 – GIDDALUR is still mapped to IFSC HDFC0002993. 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 HDFC0002993 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Giddalur branch is mapped to IFSC HDFC0002993 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 HDFC0002993.

Banking services available

The Giddalur branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 91-9949493333.

• 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 HDFC0002993

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 HDFC0002993 and the account number together uniquely identify the Giddalur branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.

Online banking and IFSC HDFC0002993

HDFC Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the GIDDALUR 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 HDFC0002993 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.

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 – GIDDALUR:

• The IFSC is exactly HDFC0002993 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 GIDDALUR 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 Giddalur branch

The branch is located at HDFC BANK LTD., 8-17-173-B, GROUND FLOOR, MUBARAK COMPLEX, RACHARLA ROAD, GIDDALLUR, PRAKASAM ANDHRA PRADESH 523357, which puts it inside Giddalur, the broader Prakasam district, and the state of Andhra Pradesh. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “HDFC Bank Giddalur branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC HDFC0002993 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 91-9949493333 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 HDFC0002993 and your account number.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC HDFC0002993 for HDFC Bank – GIDDALUR, 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 Giddalur branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC HDFC0002993, however, work 24x7.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Final notes

To recap: HDFC0002993 is the IFSC code of HDFC Bank, GIDDALUR branch, in GIDDALUR, ANDHRA PRADESH. 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.