Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to HDFC Bank's AMBARI branch in GUWAHATI, ASSAM. The branch's IFSC code HDFC0004703 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.
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 – AMBARI is HDFC0004703. The first four letters HDFC are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 004703 map to this branch in GUWAHATI, ASSAM.
Bank profile
HDFC Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Ambari branch — IFSC HDFC0004703 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Guwahati, Assam.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | HDFC Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Ambari |
| IFSC Code | HDFC0004703 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | OPPOSITE RABINDRA BHAWAN GNB ROAD AMBARI GUWAHATI KAMRUP ASSAM 781001 |
| City | Guwahati |
| District | Kamrup |
| State | Assam |
| STD Code | 91 |
| Phone | 9957193333 |
About the Ambari branch
The Ambari branch of HDFC Bank is situated at OPPOSITE RABINDRA BHAWAN GNB ROAD AMBARI GUWAHATI KAMRUP ASSAM 781001. Customers visiting this branch can complete cash deposits, withdrawals, demand draft requests, cheque clearing, passbook updates and KYC formalities. For online transactions to or from this branch, the IFSC code HDFC0004703 is used.
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 AMBARI branch came to be assigned the code HDFC0004703.
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 HDFC0004703, money simply cannot be routed to the AMBARI branch electronically.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Ambari branch is mapped to IFSC HDFC0004703 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 HDFC0004703.
Banking services available
The Ambari branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 91-9957193333.
- 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 HDFC0004703
How to transfer money using IFSC HDFC0004703
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 HDFC0004703 across all three.
NEFT to HDFC Bank, AMBARI using IFSC HDFC0004703
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 HDFC0004703, and confirm that the system picks up HDFC Bank – AMBARI. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC HDFC0004703
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 – AMBARI, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC HDFC0004703 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to HDFC Bank – AMBARI, use IMPS. With IFSC HDFC0004703 and the beneficiary's account number you can move up to ₹5 lakh per transaction with instant credit, any day of the year.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Ambari
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 HDFC0004703:
- 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 AMBARI is still linked to IFSC HDFC0004703.
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 AMBARI branch, the IFSC HDFC0004703 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 Ambari 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 HDFC0004703 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 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 HDFC0004703 and the account number together uniquely identify the Ambari branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
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 – AMBARI:
- The IFSC is exactly HDFC0004703 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 AMBARI 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 Ambari branch sits at OPPOSITE RABINDRA BHAWAN GNB ROAD AMBARI GUWAHATI KAMRUP ASSAM 781001. If you are travelling from outside Guwahati, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 91-9957193333 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 HDFC0004703 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC HDFC0004703 from official sources
The IFSC listed on this page is sourced from the RBI's master list and validated against the bank's branch directory. To double-check before transferring large sums, you can also confirm HDFC0004703 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 91-9957193333.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
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 Ambari branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC HDFC0004703, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
HDFC BankAmbari Branch
OPPOSITE RABINDRA BHAWAN GNB ROAD AMBARI GUWAHATI KAMRUP ASSAM 781001
Guwahati, Assam
Phone: 91-9957193333
IFSC: HDFC0004703
Frequently asked questions
Is IFSC HDFC0004703 the same for all accounts at Ambari branch?
Yes. The IFSC HDFC0004703 is shared by every account held at HDFC Bank's Ambari branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Does HDFC Bank Ambari branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 91-9957193333 to confirm.
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 Ambari branch but serve different purposes.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using HDFC0004703 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to HDFC Bank – Ambari reflect within 30 minutes.
How do I add HDFC Bank Ambari as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC HDFC0004703, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Is IFSC HDFC0004703 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC HDFC0004703 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Final notes
To recap: HDFC0004703 is the IFSC code of HDFC Bank, AMBARI branch, in GUWAHATI, ASSAM. 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.


