If you are searching for the IFSC code of Indian Bank, EKKADUTHANGAL branch in EKKADUTHANGAL, TAMIL NADU, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is IDIB000E039. You can use it for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers, online banking add-payee actions, UPI mandates and any other electronic payment request that asks for an Indian Financial System Code. The information on this page is curated specifically for customers, remitters, employers and businesses who need to credit funds to an account maintained at this branch, and it is structured so you can find what you need within a few seconds of landing here.
You will see the complete branch address, the area STD code and phone number, the city and state, the day-to-day banking services that are typically offered at the EKKADUTHANGAL branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC IDIB000E039 across NEFT, RTGS and IMPS rails. A frequently-asked-questions section at the end answers the most common queries we receive about this particular branch.
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 EKKADUTHANGAL branch, the IFSC IDIB000E039 breaks down as follows: IDIB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 00E039 identifies this particular branch.
About Indian Bank
Indian Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Ekkaduthangal branch in Ekkaduthangal. 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, IDIB000E039.
About this branch
The branch is located at OLD NO 20D/NEW NO 58 POONNAMALLE ROAD EKKADUTHANGAL EKKADUTHANGAL PIN 600032. It serves the Ekkaduthangal 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 IDIB000E039 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Indian Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Ekkaduthangal |
| IFSC Code | IDIB000E039 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | OLD NO 20D/NEW NO 58 POONNAMALLE ROAD EKKADUTHANGAL EKKADUTHANGAL PIN 600032 |
| City | Ekkaduthangal |
| District | Chennai |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| STD Code | 44 |
| Phone | 22251260 |
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 EKKADUTHANGAL branch came to be assigned the code IDIB000E039.
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 IDIB000E039, money simply cannot be routed to the EKKADUTHANGAL branch electronically.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Ekkaduthangal branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC IDIB000E039 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.
How to transfer money using IFSC IDIB000E039
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 IDIB000E039 across all three.
How to use IFSC IDIB000E039 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Indian Bank's EKKADUTHANGAL 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 IDIB000E039.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Indian Bank and the branch as EKKADUTHANGAL.
- 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 EKKADUTHANGAL
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Indian Bank's EKKADUTHANGAL branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC IDIB000E039 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to Indian Bank EKKADUTHANGAL (IFSC IDIB000E039)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC IDIB000E039 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the EKKADUTHANGAL branch account within seconds.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Ekkaduthangal
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 IDIB000E039:
- 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 EKKADUTHANGAL is still linked to IFSC IDIB000E039.
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 IDIB000E039
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 – EKKADUTHANGAL is still mapped to IFSC IDIB000E039. 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 IDIB000E039 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Ekkaduthangal branch is mapped to IFSC IDIB000E039 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 IDIB000E039.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Ekkaduthangal 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 IDIB000E039
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Ekkaduthangal 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 IDIB000E039 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.
How to reach the Ekkaduthangal branch
The branch is located at OLD NO 20D/NEW NO 58 POONNAMALLE ROAD EKKADUTHANGAL EKKADUTHANGAL PIN 600032, which puts it inside Ekkaduthangal, the broader Chennai district, and the state of Tamil Nadu. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Indian Bank Ekkaduthangal branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC IDIB000E039 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 44-22251260 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 IDIB000E039 and your account number.
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 – EKKADUTHANGAL:
- The IFSC is exactly IDIB000E039 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 EKKADUTHANGAL 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.
Working hours
Branch counters at Ekkaduthangal 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 IDIB000E039 continue to work without interruption.
Verifying IFSC IDIB000E039 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 IDIB000E039 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 44-22251260.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Branch address & contact
Indian BankEkkaduthangal Branch
OLD NO 20D/NEW NO 58 POONNAMALLE ROAD EKKADUTHANGAL EKKADUTHANGAL PIN 600032
Ekkaduthangal, Tamil Nadu
Phone: 44-22251260
IFSC: IDIB000E039
Frequently asked questions
Can I use IFSC IDIB000E039 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC IDIB000E039 to send funds instantly.
Is IFSC IDIB000E039 the same for all accounts at Ekkaduthangal branch?
Yes. The IFSC IDIB000E039 is shared by every account held at Indian Bank's Ekkaduthangal branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
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 Ekkaduthangal branch but serve different purposes.
Is IFSC IDIB000E039 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC IDIB000E039 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Does Indian Bank Ekkaduthangal branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 44-22251260 to confirm.
How do I add Indian Bank Ekkaduthangal as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC IDIB000E039, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Final notes
To recap: IDIB000E039 is the IFSC code of Indian Bank, EKKADUTHANGAL branch, in EKKADUTHANGAL, 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.


