Below are the complete branch details for HDFC Bank, TARIKERE branch, located in TARIKERE, KARNATAKA. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is HDFC0009198. 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 HDFC0009198 for HDFC Bank – TARIKERE — 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 – TARIKERE is HDFC0009198. The first four letters HDFC are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 009198 map to this branch in TARIKERE, KARNATAKA.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | HDFC Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Tarikere |
| IFSC Code | HDFC0009198 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | HDFC BANK LTD GROUND FLOOR NH 206 OPP KARNATAKA BANK B H ROAD TARIKERE CHIKMAGALUR KARNATAKA 577228 |
| City | Tarikere |
| District | Chikmagalur |
| State | Karnataka |
| STD Code | 91 |
| Phone | 9945863333 |
About HDFC Bank
HDFC Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Tarikere branch in Tarikere. 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, HDFC0009198.
About the Tarikere branch
The Tarikere branch of HDFC Bank is situated at HDFC BANK LTD GROUND FLOOR NH 206 OPP KARNATAKA BANK B H ROAD TARIKERE CHIKMAGALUR KARNATAKA 577228. 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 HDFC0009198 is used.
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 TARIKERE of HDFC Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code HDFC0009198 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 HDFC0009198 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
How to transfer money using IFSC HDFC0009198
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 HDFC0009198 across all three.
How to use IFSC HDFC0009198 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to HDFC Bank's TARIKERE branch. NEFT now settles on a 24x7 basis in half-hourly batches and has no upper limit for retail customers (individual banks may impose their own caps).
- Log in to your internet banking or mobile banking app.
- Choose Add Beneficiary and select NEFT / Other Bank.
- Enter the beneficiary name, account number and the IFSC HDFC0009198.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as HDFC Bank and the branch as TARIKERE.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to TARIKERE
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at HDFC Bank's TARIKERE branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC HDFC0009198 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to HDFC Bank TARIKERE (IFSC HDFC0009198)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC HDFC0009198 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the TARIKERE branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC HDFC0009198 for HDFC Bank – TARIKERE, 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 – HDFC0009198 | Yes – HDFC0009198 | Yes – HDFC0009198 |
For most retail customers crediting the Tarikere 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 HDFC0009198
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 – TARIKERE is still mapped to IFSC HDFC0009198. 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 HDFC0009198 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Tarikere branch is mapped to IFSC HDFC0009198 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 HDFC0009198.
Banking services available
The Tarikere branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 91-9945863333.
- 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 HDFC0009198
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 HDFC0009198 and the account number together uniquely identify the Tarikere branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Tarikere 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 HDFC0009198 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.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC HDFC0009198
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 – TARIKERE, 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:
HDFC0009198. - 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.
How to reach the Tarikere branch
The branch is located at HDFC BANK LTD GROUND FLOOR NH 206 OPP KARNATAKA BANK B H ROAD TARIKERE CHIKMAGALUR KARNATAKA 577228, which puts it inside Tarikere, the broader Chikmagalur district, and the state of Karnataka. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “HDFC Bank Tarikere branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC HDFC0009198 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 91-9945863333 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 HDFC0009198 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC HDFC0009198 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 HDFC0009198 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 91-9945863333.
- 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 Tarikere branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC HDFC0009198, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
HDFC BankTarikere Branch
HDFC BANK LTD GROUND FLOOR NH 206 OPP KARNATAKA BANK B H ROAD TARIKERE CHIKMAGALUR KARNATAKA 577228
Tarikere, Karnataka
Phone: 91-9945863333
IFSC: HDFC0009198
Frequently asked questions
Is IFSC HDFC0009198 the same for all accounts at Tarikere branch?
Yes. The IFSC HDFC0009198 is shared by every account held at HDFC Bank's Tarikere branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
How do I add HDFC Bank Tarikere as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC HDFC0009198, 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 Tarikere branch but serve different purposes.
Is IFSC HDFC0009198 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC HDFC0009198 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using HDFC0009198 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to HDFC Bank – Tarikere reflect within 30 minutes.
What is the phone number of HDFC Bank Tarikere branch?
You can reach the branch at 91-9945863333 during regular banking hours.
What is the IFSC code of HDFC Bank Tarikere branch?
The IFSC code of HDFC Bank, Tarikere branch is HDFC0009198. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Summary
The IFSC code HDFC0009198 belongs to HDFC Bank's TARIKERE branch, located at HDFC BANK LTD GROUND FLOOR NH 206 OPP KARNATAKA BANK B H ROAD TARIKERE… in TARIKERE, KARNATAKA. 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.
