Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to IDFC First Bank Limited's VIDYARANYAPURA BRANCH branch in BANGALORE, KARNATAKA. The branch's IFSC code IDFB0080181 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 IDFC First Bank Limited – VIDYARANYAPURA BRANCH is IDFB0080181. The first four letters IDFB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 080181 map to this branch in BANGALORE, KARNATAKA.
About IDFC First Bank Limited
IDFC First Bank Limited operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Vidyaranyapura Branch branch in Bangalore. 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, IDFB0080181.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | IDFC First Bank Limited |
|---|---|
| Branch | Vidyaranyapura Branch |
| IFSC Code | IDFB0080181 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | GROUND FLOOR, NO. 1160/705, HMT LAYOUT, VIDYARANYAPURA MAIN ROAD, BANGALORE-560097, KARNATAKA, TOLL FREE NO 18004194332 |
| City | Bangalore |
| District | Bangalore Urban |
| State | Karnataka |
About the Vidyaranyapura Branch branch
The Vidyaranyapura Branch branch of IDFC First Bank Limited is situated at GROUND FLOOR, NO. 1160/705, HMT LAYOUT, VIDYARANYAPURA MAIN ROAD, BANGALORE-560097, KARNATAKA, TOLL FREE NO 18004194332. 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 IDFB0080181 is used.
Why every IDFC First Bank Limited 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 VIDYARANYAPURA BRANCH of IDFC First Bank Limited — its own 11-character IFSC. The code IDFB0080181 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 IDFB0080181 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Vidyaranyapura Branch branch is mapped to IFSC IDFB0080181 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of IDFC First 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 IDFB0080181.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Vidyaranyapura Branch branch can access most of IDFC First Bank Limited'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 IDFB0080181
How to transfer money using IFSC IDFB0080181
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 IDFB0080181 across all three.
How to use IFSC IDFB0080181 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to IDFC First Bank Limited's VIDYARANYAPURA BRANCH 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 IDFB0080181.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as IDFC First Bank Limited and the branch as VIDYARANYAPURA BRANCH.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC IDFB0080181
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 IDFC First Bank Limited – VIDYARANYAPURA BRANCH, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC IDFB0080181 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
IMPS to IDFC First Bank Limited VIDYARANYAPURA BRANCH (IFSC IDFB0080181)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC IDFB0080181 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the VIDYARANYAPURA BRANCH branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC IDFB0080181 for IDFC First Bank Limited – VIDYARANYAPURA BRANCH, 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 – IDFB0080181 | Yes – IDFB0080181 | Yes – IDFB0080181 |
For most retail customers crediting the Vidyaranyapura Branch 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.
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 IDFC First Bank Limited's VIDYARANYAPURA BRANCH branch, the IFSC IDFB0080181 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.
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Vidyaranyapura Branch 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 IDFB0080181 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 & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Vidyaranyapura Branch branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC IDFB0080181 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.
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 IDFC First Bank Limited – VIDYARANYAPURA BRANCH:
- The IFSC is exactly IDFB0080181 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills IDFC First Bank Limited as the bank name and VIDYARANYAPURA BRANCH 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 Vidyaranyapura Branch branch
The branch is located at GROUND FLOOR, NO. 1160/705, HMT LAYOUT, VIDYARANYAPURA MAIN ROAD, BANGALORE-560097, KARNATAKA, TOLL FREE NO 18004194332, which puts it inside Bangalore, the broader Bangalore Urban district, and the state of Karnataka. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “IDFC First Bank Limited Vidyaranyapura Branch branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC IDFB0080181 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling the branch contact number 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 IDFB0080181 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC IDFB0080181 for IDFC First Bank Limited – VIDYARANYAPURA BRANCH, 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 Vidyaranyapura Branch 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 IDFB0080181 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
IDFC First Bank LimitedVidyaranyapura Branch Branch
GROUND FLOOR, NO. 1160/705, HMT LAYOUT, VIDYARANYAPURA MAIN ROAD, BANGALORE-560097, KARNATAKA, TOLL FREE NO 18004194332
Bangalore, Karnataka
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: IDFB0080181
Frequently asked questions
Where is IDFC First Bank Limited Vidyaranyapura Branch branch located?
IDFC First Bank Limited's Vidyaranyapura Branch branch is located at GROUND FLOOR, NO. 1160/705, HMT LAYOUT, VIDYARANYAPURA MAIN ROAD, BANGALORE-560097, KARNATAKA, TOLL FREE NO 18004194332, Bangalore, Karnataka.
Can I use IFSC IDFB0080181 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC IDFB0080181 to send funds instantly.
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 Vidyaranyapura Branch branch but serve different purposes.
What is the phone number of IDFC First Bank Limited Vidyaranyapura Branch branch?
You can reach the branch at the branch contact number during regular banking hours.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using IDFB0080181 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to IDFC First Bank Limited – Vidyaranyapura Branch reflect within 30 minutes.
What is the IFSC code of IDFC First Bank Limited Vidyaranyapura Branch branch?
The IFSC code of IDFC First Bank Limited, Vidyaranyapura Branch branch is IDFB0080181. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Is IFSC IDFB0080181 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC IDFB0080181 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Summary
The IFSC code IDFB0080181 belongs to IDFC First Bank Limited's VIDYARANYAPURA BRANCH branch, located at GROUND FLOOR, NO. 1160/705, HMT LAYOUT, VIDYARANYAPURA MAIN ROAD,… in BANGALORE, 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.


