Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Indian Bank's BATTALA branch in BABLATALA, WEST BENGAL. The branch's IFSC code IDIB000B698 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, IDIB000B698 is the IFSC of Indian Bank's BATTALA branch. The format is fixed: IDIB = bank code, 0 = reserved, 00B698 = branch identifier.
About the bank
Indian Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Battala branch in Bablatala, West Bengal is part of this network and uses the IFSC code IDIB000B698 for all electronic settlement.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Indian Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Battala |
| IFSC Code | IDIB000B698 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | GOPALPUR NARAYANPUR BATTALA SRCM ROAD BABLATALA RAJARHAT GOPALPUR BABLATALA RAJARHAT GOPALPUR PIN 700136 |
| City | Bablatala |
| District | North 24 Parganas |
| State | West Bengal |
| STD Code | 91 |
| Phone | 7384811617 |
About the Battala branch
The Battala branch of Indian Bank is situated at GOPALPUR NARAYANPUR BATTALA SRCM ROAD BABLATALA RAJARHAT GOPALPUR BABLATALA RAJARHAT GOPALPUR PIN 700136. 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 IDIB000B698 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 Indian Bank's BATTALA branch came to be assigned the code IDIB000B698.
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 IDIB000B698, money simply cannot be routed to the BATTALA branch electronically.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Battala branch is mapped to IFSC IDIB000B698 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of Indian 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 IDIB000B698.
Banking services available
The Battala branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 91-7384811617.
- 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 IDIB000B698
How to transfer money using IFSC IDIB000B698
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 IDIB000B698 across all three.
NEFT to Indian Bank, BATTALA using IFSC IDIB000B698
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 IDIB000B698, and confirm that the system picks up Indian Bank – BATTALA. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC IDIB000B698
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 Indian Bank – BATTALA, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC IDIB000B698 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Indian Bank – BATTALA, use IMPS. With IFSC IDIB000B698 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 Battala
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 IDIB000B698:
- 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 BATTALA is still linked to IFSC IDIB000B698.
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 Indian Bank's BATTALA branch, the IFSC IDIB000B698 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.
Online banking and IFSC IDIB000B698
Indian Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the BATTALA 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 IDIB000B698 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.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Battala branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC IDIB000B698 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 Indian Bank – BATTALA:
- The IFSC is exactly IDIB000B698 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills Indian Bank as the bank name and BATTALA 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 Battala branch sits at GOPALPUR NARAYANPUR BATTALA SRCM ROAD BABLATALA RAJARHAT GOPALPUR BABLATALA RAJARHAT GOPALPUR PIN 700136. If you are travelling from outside Bablatala, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 91-7384811617 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 IDIB000B698 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC IDIB000B698 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 IDIB000B698 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 91-7384811617.
- 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 Battala branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC IDIB000B698, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
Indian BankBattala Branch
GOPALPUR NARAYANPUR BATTALA SRCM ROAD BABLATALA RAJARHAT GOPALPUR BABLATALA RAJARHAT GOPALPUR PIN 700136
Bablatala, West Bengal
Phone: 91-7384811617
IFSC: IDIB000B698
Frequently asked questions
Is IFSC IDIB000B698 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC IDIB000B698 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
What is the IFSC code of Indian Bank Battala branch?
The IFSC code of Indian Bank, Battala branch is IDIB000B698. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Can I use IFSC IDIB000B698 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC IDIB000B698 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 Battala branch but serve different purposes.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using IDIB000B698 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Indian Bank – Battala reflect within 30 minutes.
What is the phone number of Indian Bank Battala branch?
You can reach the branch at 91-7384811617 during regular banking hours.
How do I add Indian Bank Battala as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC IDIB000B698, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Final notes
To recap: IDIB000B698 is the IFSC code of Indian Bank, BATTALA branch, in BABLATALA, WEST BENGAL. 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.
