IFSC Code of ICICI Bank Limited, Chandigarh Sector Twenty Six, Chandigarh Branch, Chandigarh

Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to ICICI Bank Limited's CHANDIGARH SECTOR TWENTY SIX, CHANDIGARH branch in CHANDIGARH, CHANDIGARH. The branch's IFSC code ICIC0001342 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 ICICI Bank Limited – CHANDIGARH SECTOR TWENTY SIX, CHANDIGARH is ICIC0001342. The first four letters ICIC are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 001342 map to this branch in CHANDIGARH, CHANDIGARH.

Branch details at a glance

Bank profile

ICICI Bank Limited is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Chandigarh Sector Twenty Six, Chandigarh branch — IFSC ICIC0001342 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Chandigarh, Chandigarh.

About this branch

The branch is located at ICICI BANK LTD., SHOWROOM NO. 34, SECTOR 26, MADHYA MARG, CHANDIGARH.160026. It serves the Chandigarh region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of ICICI Bank Limited. The IFSC ICIC0001342 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 ICICI Bank Limited's CHANDIGARH SECTOR TWENTY SIX, CHANDIGARH branch came to be assigned the code ICIC0001342.

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 ICIC0001342, money simply cannot be routed to the CHANDIGARH SECTOR TWENTY SIX, CHANDIGARH branch electronically.

How to transfer money using IFSC ICIC0001342

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 ICIC0001342 across all three.

NEFT to ICICI Bank Limited, CHANDIGARH SECTOR TWENTY SIX, CHANDIGARH using IFSC ICIC0001342

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 ICIC0001342, and confirm that the system picks up ICICI Bank Limited – CHANDIGARH SECTOR TWENTY SIX, CHANDIGARH. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC ICIC0001342

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 ICICI Bank Limited – CHANDIGARH SECTOR TWENTY SIX, CHANDIGARH, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC ICIC0001342 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

Send money instantly through IMPS

For a real-time, anytime transfer to ICICI Bank Limited – CHANDIGARH SECTOR TWENTY SIX, CHANDIGARH, use IMPS. With IFSC ICIC0001342 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 Chandigarh Sector Twenty Six, Chandigarh

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 ICIC0001342:

• 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 CHANDIGARH SECTOR TWENTY SIX, CHANDIGARH is still linked to IFSC ICIC0001342.

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.

UPI payments and IFSC ICIC0001342

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 ICICI Bank Limited – CHANDIGARH SECTOR TWENTY SIX, CHANDIGARH is still mapped to IFSC ICIC0001342. 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 ICIC0001342 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Account types you can open at the Chandigarh Sector Twenty Six, Chandigarh branch

Once you have an account at ICICI Bank Limited – CHANDIGARH SECTOR TWENTY SIX, CHANDIGARH, the IFSC ICIC0001342 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.

Banking services available

The Chandigarh Sector Twenty Six, Chandigarh branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 91-9357477722.

• 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 ICIC0001342

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Chandigarh Sector Twenty Six, Chandigarh branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC ICIC0001342 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

Online banking and IFSC ICIC0001342

ICICI Bank Limited customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the CHANDIGARH SECTOR TWENTY SIX, CHANDIGARH 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 ICIC0001342 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 ICICI Bank Limited – CHANDIGARH SECTOR TWENTY SIX, CHANDIGARH:

• The IFSC is exactly ICIC0001342 with no extra spaces.
• The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
• The portal auto-fills ICICI Bank Limited as the bank name and CHANDIGARH SECTOR TWENTY SIX, CHANDIGARH 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 Chandigarh Sector Twenty Six, Chandigarh branch

The branch is located at ICICI BANK LTD., SHOWROOM NO. 34, SECTOR 26, MADHYA MARG, CHANDIGARH.160026, which puts it inside Chandigarh, the broader Chandigarh district, and the state of Chandigarh. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “ICICI Bank Limited Chandigarh Sector Twenty Six, Chandigarh branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC ICIC0001342 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 91-9357477722 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 ICIC0001342 and your account number.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC ICIC0001342 for ICICI Bank Limited – CHANDIGARH SECTOR TWENTY SIX, CHANDIGARH, 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.

Working hours

Branch counters at Chandigarh Sector Twenty Six, Chandigarh are usually open from 10 AM to 4 PM on weekdays. Saturdays follow the RBI's alternate-Saturday rule. Even when the branch is closed, NEFT, RTGS, IMPS and UPI transfers addressed to ICIC0001342 continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Final notes

To recap: ICIC0001342 is the IFSC code of ICICI Bank Limited, CHANDIGARH SECTOR TWENTY SIX, CHANDIGARH branch, in CHANDIGARH, CHANDIGARH. 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.