IFSC Code of Indian Bank, Chenbagaramanpudur Branch, Tamil Nadu

Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Indian Bank's CHENBAGARAMANPUDUR branch in CHENBAGARAMANPUTHUR, TAMIL NADU. The branch's IFSC code IDIB000C148 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, IDIB000C148 is the IFSC of Indian Bank's CHENBAGARAMANPUDUR branch. The format is fixed: IDIB = bank code, 0 = reserved, 00C148 = branch identifier.

Bank profile

Indian Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Chenbagaramanpudur branch — IFSC IDIB000C148 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Chenbagaramanputhur, Tamil Nadu.

Branch details at a glance

Chenbagaramanpudur branch overview

Located at 398/5 MAIN ROAD CHENBAGARAMANPUTHUR CHENBAGARAMANPUTHUR PIN 629304, the Chenbagaramanpudur branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC IDIB000C148 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.

Why every Indian Bank 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 CHENBAGARAMANPUDUR of Indian Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code IDIB000C148 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 IDIB000C148 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 Chenbagaramanpudur branch is mapped to IFSC IDIB000C148 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 IDIB000C148.

Banking services available

The Chenbagaramanpudur branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 4652-263120.

• 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 IDIB000C148

How to transfer money using IFSC IDIB000C148

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 IDIB000C148 across all three.

NEFT to Indian Bank, CHENBAGARAMANPUDUR using IFSC IDIB000C148

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 IDIB000C148, and confirm that the system picks up Indian Bank – CHENBAGARAMANPUDUR. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC IDIB000C148

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 – CHENBAGARAMANPUDUR, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC IDIB000C148 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

IMPS to Indian Bank CHENBAGARAMANPUDUR (IFSC IDIB000C148)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC IDIB000C148 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the CHENBAGARAMANPUDUR branch account within seconds.

Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Chenbagaramanpudur

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 IDIB000C148:

• 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 CHENBAGARAMANPUDUR is still linked to IFSC IDIB000C148.

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 IDIB000C148

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 Indian Bank – CHENBAGARAMANPUDUR is still mapped to IFSC IDIB000C148. 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 IDIB000C148 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Online banking and IFSC IDIB000C148

Indian Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the CHENBAGARAMANPUDUR 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 IDIB000C148 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 Chenbagaramanpudur branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC IDIB000C148 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC IDIB000C148

An incorrect IFSC almost always results in a failed transfer or, worse, a credit to the wrong branch. Before you click Confirm on a transfer to Indian Bank – CHENBAGARAMANPUDUR, double-check for these issues:

• Confusing 0 with O. The fifth character of every IFSC is the digit 0, not the letter O. Read carefully.
• Spaces or hyphens. Do not put spaces in the IFSC. It is exactly 11 characters: IDIB000C148.
• Wrong branch. A bank can have dozens of branches in the same city. Make sure you are using the IFSC for the actual branch where the beneficiary holds the account, not just any nearby branch.
• Old IFSC after a merger. If two banks have merged, the IFSC may have been reissued. Always verify with a recent passbook or cheque leaf.
• Copy-paste from chat. Auto-correct on phones can silently change letters in IFSC codes. Type carefully or copy from a trusted source like the cheque book.

How to reach the Chenbagaramanpudur branch

The branch is located at 398/5 MAIN ROAD CHENBAGARAMANPUTHUR CHENBAGARAMANPUTHUR PIN 629304, which puts it inside Chenbagaramanputhur, the broader Kanyakumari district, and the state of Tamil Nadu. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Indian Bank Chenbagaramanpudur branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC IDIB000C148 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 4652-263120 before stepping out, especially around public holidays.
3. 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 IDIB000C148 and your account number.

Verifying IFSC IDIB000C148 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 IDIB000C148 by:

• Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
• Opening the passbook's first page.
• Calling the branch directly on 4652-263120.
• 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 Chenbagaramanpudur branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC IDIB000C148, however, work 24x7.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code IDIB000C148 belongs to Indian Bank's CHENBAGARAMANPUDUR branch, located at 398/5 MAIN ROAD CHENBAGARAMANPUTHUR CHENBAGARAMANPUTHUR PIN 629304 in CHENBAGARAMANPUTHUR, 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.