Below are the complete branch details for Indian Bank, BHAVANI branch, located in BHAVANI, TAMIL NADU. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is IDIB000B078. 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 IDIB000B078 for Indian Bank – BHAVANI — saves you from rejected transfers, returned credits and the back-and-forth that follows them.
An IFSC (Indian Financial System Code) is an 11-character alphanumeric code issued by the Reserve Bank of India. It uniquely identifies every bank branch that participates in the RBI's electronic fund-transfer systems – NEFT, RTGS and IMPS. The first four characters represent the bank, the fifth is always a zero (reserved for future use), and the last six characters identify the specific branch.
For Indian Bank's BHAVANI branch, the IFSC IDIB000B078 breaks down as follows: IDIB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 00B078 identifies this particular branch.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Indian Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Bhavani |
| IFSC Code | IDIB000B078 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | 17/40 BAJANAI KOIL STREET BHAVANI BHAVANI PIN 638301 |
| City | Bhavani |
| District | Erode |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| STD Code | 4256 |
| Phone | 230699 |
About Indian Bank
Indian Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Bhavani branch in Bhavani. 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, IDIB000B078.
About this branch
The branch is located at 17/40 BAJANAI KOIL STREET BHAVANI BHAVANI PIN 638301. It serves the Bhavani region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of Indian Bank. The IFSC IDIB000B078 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 Indian Bank's BHAVANI branch came to be assigned the code IDIB000B078.
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 IDIB000B078, money simply cannot be routed to the BHAVANI branch electronically.
How to transfer money using IFSC IDIB000B078
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 IDIB000B078 across all three.
How to use IFSC IDIB000B078 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Indian Bank's BHAVANI 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 IDIB000B078.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Indian Bank and the branch as BHAVANI.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to BHAVANI
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Indian Bank's BHAVANI branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC IDIB000B078 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Indian Bank – BHAVANI, use IMPS. With IFSC IDIB000B078 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 Bhavani
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 IDIB000B078:
- 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 BHAVANI is still linked to IFSC IDIB000B078.
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 BHAVANI branch, the IFSC IDIB000B078 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.
Account types you can open at the Bhavani branch
Once you have an account at Indian Bank – BHAVANI, the IFSC IDIB000B078 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.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Bhavani branch can access most of Indian 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 IDIB000B078
MICR code & cheque clearing
Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by Indian Bank carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC IDIB000B078 and the account number together uniquely identify the Bhavani branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Bhavani 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 IDIB000B078 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.
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 – BHAVANI:
- The IFSC is exactly IDIB000B078 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 BHAVANI 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 Bhavani branch
The branch is located at 17/40 BAJANAI KOIL STREET BHAVANI BHAVANI PIN 638301, which puts it inside Bhavani, the broader Erode district, and the state of Tamil Nadu. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Indian Bank Bhavani branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC IDIB000B078 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 4256-230699 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 IDIB000B078 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC IDIB000B078 for Indian Bank – BHAVANI, 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 Bhavani 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 IDIB000B078 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Indian BankBhavani Branch
17/40 BAJANAI KOIL STREET BHAVANI BHAVANI PIN 638301
Bhavani, Tamil Nadu
Phone: 4256-230699
IFSC: IDIB000B078
Frequently asked questions
What is the phone number of Indian Bank Bhavani branch?
You can reach the branch at 4256-230699 during regular banking hours.
Is IFSC IDIB000B078 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC IDIB000B078 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Where is Indian Bank Bhavani branch located?
Indian Bank's Bhavani branch is located at 17/40 BAJANAI KOIL STREET BHAVANI BHAVANI PIN 638301, Bhavani, Tamil Nadu.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using IDIB000B078 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Indian Bank – Bhavani reflect within 30 minutes.
Can I use IFSC IDIB000B078 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC IDIB000B078 to send funds instantly.
How do I add Indian Bank Bhavani as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC IDIB000B078, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Final notes
To recap: IDIB000B078 is the IFSC code of Indian Bank, BHAVANI branch, in BHAVANI, TAMIL NADU. 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.


