This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Indian Bank, KAVITAM branch in KAVITAM. The 11-digit IFSC IDIB000K118 uniquely identifies this branch in the RBI's centralised payments network and is required for every NEFT, RTGS or IMPS transaction routed to this branch. If you are paying somebody who banks with Indian Bank at the KAVITAM location, this is the only IFSC you need.
We have organised this page into clearly labelled sections so you can jump straight to the part that interests you — the IFSC and MICR details, the full postal address, the contact phone number, a quick primer on NEFT, RTGS and IMPS, the typical product line-up at the branch, and a frequently asked questions section that addresses the queries people raise most often about this branch.
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 Indian Bank – KAVITAM is IDIB000K118. The first four letters IDIB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 00K118 map to this branch in KAVITAM, ANDHRA PRADESH.
About Indian Bank
Indian Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Kavitam branch in Kavitam. 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, IDIB000K118.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Indian Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Kavitam |
| IFSC Code | IDIB000K118 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | 11049 MAIN ROAD KAVITAM PODURU MANDAL PIN 534338 |
| City | Kavitam |
| District | West Godavari |
| State | Andhra Pradesh |
| STD Code | 8814 |
| Phone | 257169 |
About this branch
The branch is located at 11049 MAIN ROAD KAVITAM PODURU MANDAL PIN 534338. It serves the Kavitam 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 IDIB000K118 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
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 KAVITAM of Indian Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code IDIB000K118 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 IDIB000K118 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
Account types you can open at the Kavitam branch
Once you have an account at Indian Bank – KAVITAM, the IFSC IDIB000K118 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 Kavitam 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 IDIB000K118
How to transfer money using IFSC IDIB000K118
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 IDIB000K118 across all three.
NEFT to Indian Bank, KAVITAM using IFSC IDIB000K118
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 IDIB000K118, and confirm that the system picks up Indian Bank – KAVITAM. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to KAVITAM
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Indian Bank's KAVITAM branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC IDIB000K118 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to Indian Bank KAVITAM (IFSC IDIB000K118)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC IDIB000K118 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the KAVITAM branch account within seconds.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Kavitam
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 IDIB000K118:
- 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 KAVITAM is still linked to IFSC IDIB000K118.
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 IDIB000K118
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 – KAVITAM is still mapped to IFSC IDIB000K118. 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 IDIB000K118 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Kavitam 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 IDIB000K118 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 Kavitam branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC IDIB000K118 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 – KAVITAM:
- The IFSC is exactly IDIB000K118 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 KAVITAM 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 Kavitam branch sits at 11049 MAIN ROAD KAVITAM PODURU MANDAL PIN 534338. If you are travelling from outside Kavitam, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 8814-257169 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 IDIB000K118 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC IDIB000K118 for Indian Bank – KAVITAM, 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.
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 Kavitam branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC IDIB000K118, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
Indian BankKavitam Branch
11049 MAIN ROAD KAVITAM PODURU MANDAL PIN 534338
Kavitam, Andhra Pradesh
Phone: 8814-257169
IFSC: IDIB000K118
Frequently asked questions
What is the IFSC code of Indian Bank Kavitam branch?
The IFSC code of Indian Bank, Kavitam branch is IDIB000K118. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Where is Indian Bank Kavitam branch located?
Indian Bank's Kavitam branch is located at 11049 MAIN ROAD KAVITAM PODURU MANDAL PIN 534338, Kavitam, Andhra Pradesh.
Can I use IFSC IDIB000K118 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC IDIB000K118 to send funds instantly.
Does Indian Bank Kavitam branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 8814-257169 to confirm.
Is IFSC IDIB000K118 the same for all accounts at Kavitam branch?
Yes. The IFSC IDIB000K118 is shared by every account held at Indian Bank's Kavitam branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
How do I add Indian Bank Kavitam as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC IDIB000K118, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Final notes
To recap: IDIB000K118 is the IFSC code of Indian Bank, KAVITAM branch, in KAVITAM, ANDHRA PRADESH. 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.


