IFSC Code of ICICI Bank Limited, Saram, Tamil Nadu Branch, Tamil Nadu

Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to ICICI Bank Limited's SARAM, TAMIL NADU branch in SARAM, TAMIL NADU. The branch's IFSC code ICIC0003043 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.

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, ICIC0003043 is the IFSC of ICICI Bank Limited's SARAM, TAMIL NADU branch. The format is fixed: ICIC = bank code, 0 = reserved, 003043 = branch identifier.

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 Saram, Tamil Nadu branch — IFSC ICIC0003043 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Saram, Tamil Nadu.

About this branch

The branch is located at ICICI BANK LTD., NEW R.S. NO. 332/3, SARAM VILLAGE, OLAKKUR BLOCK, TINDIVANAM TALUK, DIST-VILLUPURAM, TAMIL NADU-604307. It serves the Saram 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 ICIC0003043 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 SARAM, TAMIL NADU branch came to be assigned the code ICIC0003043.

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 ICIC0003043, money simply cannot be routed to the SARAM, TAMIL NADU branch electronically.

How to transfer money using IFSC ICIC0003043

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 ICIC0003043 across all three.

NEFT to ICICI Bank Limited, SARAM, TAMIL NADU using IFSC ICIC0003043

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 ICIC0003043, and confirm that the system picks up ICICI Bank Limited – SARAM, TAMIL NADU. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC ICIC0003043

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 – SARAM, TAMIL NADU, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC ICIC0003043 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

Send money instantly through IMPS

For a real-time, anytime transfer to ICICI Bank Limited – SARAM, TAMIL NADU, use IMPS. With IFSC ICIC0003043 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 Saram, Tamil Nadu

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 ICIC0003043:

• 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 SARAM, TAMIL NADU is still linked to IFSC ICIC0003043.

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 ICIC0003043

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 – SARAM, TAMIL NADU is still mapped to IFSC ICIC0003043. 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 ICIC0003043 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Saram, Tamil Nadu branch is mapped to IFSC ICIC0003043 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of ICICI Bank Limited, 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 ICIC0003043.

Banking services available

The Saram, Tamil Nadu branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 91-9677166861.

• 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 ICIC0003043

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Saram, Tamil Nadu branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC ICIC0003043 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

Online banking and IFSC ICIC0003043

ICICI Bank Limited customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the SARAM, TAMIL NADU 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 ICIC0003043 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 – SARAM, TAMIL NADU:

• The IFSC is exactly ICIC0003043 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 SARAM, TAMIL NADU 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 Saram, Tamil Nadu branch sits at ICICI BANK LTD., NEW R.S. NO. 332/3, SARAM VILLAGE, OLAKKUR BLOCK, TINDIVANAM TALUK, DIST-VILLUPURAM, TAMIL NADU-604307. If you are travelling from outside Saram, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 91-9677166861 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 ICIC0003043 and your account number.

Verifying IFSC ICIC0003043 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 ICIC0003043 by:

• Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
• Opening the passbook's first page.
• Calling the branch directly on 91-9677166861.
• Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.

Working hours

Branch counters at Saram, Tamil Nadu 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 ICIC0003043 continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code ICIC0003043 belongs to ICICI Bank Limited's SARAM, TAMIL NADU branch, located at ICICI BANK LTD., NEW R.S. NO. 332/3, SARAM VILLAGE, OLAKKUR BLOCK, TINDIVANAM… in SARAM, TAMIL NADU. 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.