Below are the complete branch details for IDBI Bank, AZAD URBAN BANK HO branch, located in HUBLI DHARWAD, KARNATAKA. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is IBKL0069AZB. 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 IBKL0069AZB for IDBI Bank – AZAD URBAN BANK HO — 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, IBKL0069AZB is the IFSC of IDBI Bank's AZAD URBAN BANK HO branch. The format is fixed: IBKL = bank code, 0 = reserved, 069AZB = branch identifier.
About IDBI Bank
IDBI Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Azad Urban Bank HO branch in Hubli Dharwad. 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, IBKL0069AZB.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | IDBI Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Azad Urban Bank HO |
| IFSC Code | IBKL0069AZB |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | SARDAR MEHABOOBALI KHAN ROAD STATION ROAD HUBLI 580020 |
| City | Hubli Dharwad |
| District | Dharwad |
| State | Karnataka |
| STD Code | 91 |
| Phone | 8951542110 |
About the Azad Urban Bank HO branch
The Azad Urban Bank HO branch of IDBI Bank is situated at SARDAR MEHABOOBALI KHAN ROAD STATION ROAD HUBLI 580020. 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 IBKL0069AZB is used.
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 IDBI Bank's AZAD URBAN BANK HO branch came to be assigned the code IBKL0069AZB.
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 IBKL0069AZB, money simply cannot be routed to the AZAD URBAN BANK HO branch electronically.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Azad Urban Bank HO branch is mapped to IFSC IBKL0069AZB on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of IDBI 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 IBKL0069AZB.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Azad Urban Bank HO branch can access most of IDBI 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 IBKL0069AZB
How to transfer money using IFSC IBKL0069AZB
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 IBKL0069AZB across all three.
How to use IFSC IBKL0069AZB for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to IDBI Bank's AZAD URBAN BANK HO 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 IBKL0069AZB.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as IDBI Bank and the branch as AZAD URBAN BANK HO.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC IBKL0069AZB
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 IDBI Bank – AZAD URBAN BANK HO, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC IBKL0069AZB while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to IDBI Bank – AZAD URBAN BANK HO, use IMPS. With IFSC IBKL0069AZB 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 Azad Urban Bank HO
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 IBKL0069AZB:
- 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 AZAD URBAN BANK HO is still linked to IFSC IBKL0069AZB.
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 IBKL0069AZB
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 IDBI Bank – AZAD URBAN BANK HO is still mapped to IFSC IBKL0069AZB. 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 IBKL0069AZB and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Azad Urban Bank HO 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 IBKL0069AZB 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.
MICR code & cheque clearing
Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by IDBI Bank carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC IBKL0069AZB and the account number together uniquely identify the Azad Urban Bank HO branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
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 IDBI Bank – AZAD URBAN BANK HO:
- The IFSC is exactly IBKL0069AZB with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills IDBI Bank as the bank name and AZAD URBAN BANK HO 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 Azad Urban Bank HO branch
The branch is located at SARDAR MEHABOOBALI KHAN ROAD STATION ROAD HUBLI 580020, which puts it inside Hubli Dharwad, the broader Dharwad district, and the state of Karnataka. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “IDBI Bank Azad Urban Bank HO branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC IBKL0069AZB should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 91-8951542110 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 IBKL0069AZB and your account number.
Verifying IFSC IBKL0069AZB 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 IBKL0069AZB by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 91-8951542110.
- 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 Azad Urban Bank HO branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC IBKL0069AZB, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
IDBI BankAzad Urban Bank HO Branch
SARDAR MEHABOOBALI KHAN ROAD STATION ROAD HUBLI 580020
Hubli Dharwad, Karnataka
Phone: 91-8951542110
IFSC: IBKL0069AZB
Frequently asked questions
Where is IDBI Bank Azad Urban Bank HO branch located?
IDBI Bank's Azad Urban Bank HO branch is located at SARDAR MEHABOOBALI KHAN ROAD STATION ROAD HUBLI 580020, Hubli Dharwad, Karnataka.
What is the IFSC code of IDBI Bank Azad Urban Bank HO branch?
The IFSC code of IDBI Bank, Azad Urban Bank HO branch is IBKL0069AZB. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Does IDBI Bank Azad Urban Bank HO branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 91-8951542110 to confirm.
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 Azad Urban Bank HO branch but serve different purposes.
Can I use IFSC IBKL0069AZB for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC IBKL0069AZB to send funds instantly.
How do I add IDBI Bank Azad Urban Bank HO as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC IBKL0069AZB, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Final notes
To recap: IBKL0069AZB is the IFSC code of IDBI Bank, AZAD URBAN BANK HO branch, in HUBLI DHARWAD, KARNATAKA. 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.


