Below are the complete branch details for HDFC Bank, TEHATTA branch, located in MURSHIDABAD, WEST BENGAL. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is HDFC0005344. 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 HDFC0005344 for HDFC Bank – TEHATTA — saves you from rejected transfers, returned credits and the back-and-forth that follows them.
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, HDFC0005344 is the IFSC of HDFC Bank's TEHATTA branch. The format is fixed: HDFC = bank code, 0 = reserved, 005344 = branch identifier.
About the bank
HDFC Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Tehatta branch in Murshidabad, West Bengal is part of this network and uses the IFSC code HDFC0005344 for all electronic settlement.
About the Tehatta branch
The Tehatta branch of HDFC Bank is situated at HDFC BANK LTD GROUND FLOOR TEHATTA NADIADIST MURSHIDABAD MURSHIDABAD WEST BENGAL 741160. 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 HDFC0005344 is used.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | HDFC Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Tehatta |
| IFSC Code | HDFC0005344 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | HDFC BANK LTD GROUND FLOOR TEHATTA NADIADIST MURSHIDABAD MURSHIDABAD WEST BENGAL 741160 |
| City | Murshidabad |
| District | Murshidabad |
| State | West Bengal |
| STD Code | 1860 |
| Phone | 2676161 |
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 TEHATTA of HDFC Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code HDFC0005344 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 HDFC0005344 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
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 HDFC0005344 and the account number together uniquely identify the Tehatta branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
How to transfer money using IFSC HDFC0005344
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 HDFC0005344 across all three.
NEFT to HDFC Bank, TEHATTA using IFSC HDFC0005344
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 HDFC0005344, and confirm that the system picks up HDFC Bank – TEHATTA. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC HDFC0005344
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 – TEHATTA, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC HDFC0005344 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
IMPS to HDFC Bank TEHATTA (IFSC HDFC0005344)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC HDFC0005344 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the TEHATTA branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC HDFC0005344 for HDFC Bank – TEHATTA, 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 – HDFC0005344 | Yes – HDFC0005344 | Yes – HDFC0005344 |
For most retail customers crediting the Tehatta 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 HDFC0005344
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 – TEHATTA is still mapped to IFSC HDFC0005344. 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 HDFC0005344 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Tehatta branch is mapped to IFSC HDFC0005344 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 HDFC0005344.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Tehatta 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 HDFC0005344
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Tehatta 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 HDFC0005344 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.
Reaching the branch
The Tehatta branch sits at HDFC BANK LTD GROUND FLOOR TEHATTA NADIADIST MURSHIDABAD MURSHIDABAD WEST BENGAL 741160. If you are travelling from outside Murshidabad, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 1860-2676161 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 HDFC0005344 and your account number.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC HDFC0005344
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 – TEHATTA, 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:
HDFC0005344. - 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.
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 Tehatta branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC HDFC0005344, however, work 24x7.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC HDFC0005344 for HDFC Bank – TEHATTA, 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 BankTehatta Branch
HDFC BANK LTD GROUND FLOOR TEHATTA NADIADIST MURSHIDABAD MURSHIDABAD WEST BENGAL 741160
Murshidabad, West Bengal
Phone: 1860-2676161
IFSC: HDFC0005344
Frequently asked questions
How do I add HDFC Bank Tehatta as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC HDFC0005344, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Can I use IFSC HDFC0005344 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC HDFC0005344 to send funds instantly.
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 Tehatta branch but serve different purposes.
What is the phone number of HDFC Bank Tehatta branch?
You can reach the branch at 1860-2676161 during regular banking hours.
Does HDFC Bank Tehatta branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 1860-2676161 to confirm.
Is IFSC HDFC0005344 the same for all accounts at Tehatta branch?
Yes. The IFSC HDFC0005344 is shared by every account held at HDFC Bank's Tehatta branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Summary
The IFSC code HDFC0005344 belongs to HDFC Bank's TEHATTA branch, located at HDFC BANK LTD GROUND FLOOR TEHATTA NADIADIST MURSHIDABAD MURSHIDABAD WEST… in MURSHIDABAD, WEST BENGAL. 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.
