Below are the complete branch details for HDFC Bank, NADESAR branch, located in VARANASI, UTTAR PRADESH. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is HDFC0009643. 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 HDFC0009643 for HDFC Bank – NADESAR — saves you from rejected transfers, returned credits and the back-and-forth that follows them.
An IFSC (Indian Financial System Code) is an 11-character alphanumeric code issued by the Reserve Bank of India. It uniquely identifies every bank branch that participates in the RBI's electronic fund-transfer systems – NEFT, RTGS and IMPS. The first four characters represent the bank, the fifth is always a zero (reserved for future use), and the last six characters identify the specific branch.
For HDFC Bank's NADESAR branch, the IFSC HDFC0009643 breaks down as follows: HDFC identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 009643 identifies this particular branch.
About the bank
HDFC Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Nadesar branch in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh is part of this network and uses the IFSC code HDFC0009643 for all electronic settlement.
About this branch
The branch is located at HDFC BANK LTD S 19 47 WARD SIKROL NADESAR VARANASI UTTAR PRADESH 221002. It serves the Varanasi 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 HDFC0009643 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | HDFC Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Nadesar |
| IFSC Code | HDFC0009643 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | HDFC BANK LTD S 19 47 WARD SIKROL NADESAR VARANASI UTTAR PRADESH 221002 |
| City | Varanasi |
| District | Varanasi |
| State | Uttar Pradesh |
| STD Code | 1860 |
| Phone | 2676161 |
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 NADESAR branch came to be assigned the code HDFC0009643.
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 HDFC0009643, money simply cannot be routed to the NADESAR 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 HDFC0009643 and the account number together uniquely identify the Nadesar branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
How to transfer money using IFSC HDFC0009643
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 HDFC0009643 across all three.
How to use IFSC HDFC0009643 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to HDFC Bank's NADESAR 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 HDFC0009643.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as HDFC Bank and the branch as NADESAR.
- 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 NADESAR
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at HDFC Bank's NADESAR branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC HDFC0009643 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 – NADESAR, use IMPS. With IFSC HDFC0009643 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 Nadesar
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 HDFC0009643:
- 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 NADESAR is still linked to IFSC HDFC0009643.
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 NADESAR branch, the IFSC HDFC0009643 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.
Account types you can open at the Nadesar branch
Once you have an account at HDFC Bank – NADESAR, the IFSC HDFC0009643 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 Nadesar 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 HDFC0009643
Online banking and IFSC HDFC0009643
HDFC Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the NADESAR 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 HDFC0009643 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.
Reaching the branch
The Nadesar branch sits at HDFC BANK LTD S 19 47 WARD SIKROL NADESAR VARANASI UTTAR PRADESH 221002. If you are travelling from outside Varanasi, 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 HDFC0009643 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 – NADESAR:
- The IFSC is exactly HDFC0009643 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 NADESAR 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.
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 Nadesar branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC HDFC0009643, however, work 24x7.
Verifying IFSC HDFC0009643 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 HDFC0009643 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 1860-2676161.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Branch address & contact
HDFC BankNadesar Branch
HDFC BANK LTD S 19 47 WARD SIKROL NADESAR VARANASI UTTAR PRADESH 221002
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Phone: 1860-2676161
IFSC: HDFC0009643
Frequently asked questions
Is IFSC HDFC0009643 the same for all accounts at Nadesar branch?
Yes. The IFSC HDFC0009643 is shared by every account held at HDFC Bank's Nadesar branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
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 Nadesar branch but serve different purposes.
Is IFSC HDFC0009643 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC HDFC0009643 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using HDFC0009643 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to HDFC Bank – Nadesar reflect within 30 minutes.
How do I add HDFC Bank Nadesar as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC HDFC0009643, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Does HDFC Bank Nadesar branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 1860-2676161 to confirm.
Can I use IFSC HDFC0009643 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC HDFC0009643 to send funds instantly.
Summary
The IFSC code HDFC0009643 belongs to HDFC Bank's NADESAR branch, located at HDFC BANK LTD S 19 47 WARD SIKROL NADESAR VARANASI UTTAR PRADESH 221002 in VARANASI, UTTAR PRADESH. 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.


