IFSC Code of Indian Bank, Kuthalam Branch, Tamil Nadu

This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Indian Bank, KUTHALAM branch in KUTHALAM. The 11-digit IFSC IDIB000K288 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 KUTHALAM 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.

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 KUTHALAM branch, the IFSC IDIB000K288 breaks down as follows: IDIB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 00K288 identifies this particular branch.

Branch details at a glance

About Indian Bank

Indian Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Kuthalam branch in Kuthalam. 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, IDIB000K288.

About this branch

The branch is located at 12 MELA CHETTY STREET KUTHALAM KUTHALAM POST/TALUK PIN 609801. It serves the Kuthalam 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 IDIB000K288 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 KUTHALAM of Indian Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code IDIB000K288 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 IDIB000K288 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.

How to transfer money using IFSC IDIB000K288

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 IDIB000K288 across all three.

How to use IFSC IDIB000K288 for an NEFT transfer

NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Indian Bank's KUTHALAM 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).

1. Log in to your internet banking or mobile banking app.
2. Choose Add Beneficiary and select NEFT / Other Bank.
3. Enter the beneficiary name, account number and the IFSC IDIB000K288.
4. Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Indian Bank and the branch as KUTHALAM.
5. Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC IDIB000K288

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 – KUTHALAM, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC IDIB000K288 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

Send money instantly through IMPS

For a real-time, anytime transfer to Indian Bank – KUTHALAM, use IMPS. With IFSC IDIB000K288 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 Kuthalam

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 IDIB000K288:

• 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 KUTHALAM is still linked to IFSC IDIB000K288.

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 KUTHALAM branch, the IFSC IDIB000K288 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.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Kuthalam branch is mapped to IFSC IDIB000K288 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 IDIB000K288.

Banking services available

The Kuthalam branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 4364-231210.

• 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 IDIB000K288

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Kuthalam branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC IDIB000K288 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

Digital banking channels

Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Kuthalam 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 IDIB000K288 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 – KUTHALAM:

• The IFSC is exactly IDIB000K288 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 KUTHALAM 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 Kuthalam branch

The branch is located at 12 MELA CHETTY STREET KUTHALAM KUTHALAM POST/TALUK PIN 609801, which puts it inside Kuthalam, the broader Mayiladuthurai district, and the state of Tamil Nadu. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Indian Bank Kuthalam branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC IDIB000K288 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 4364-231210 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 IDIB000K288 and your account number.

Verifying IFSC IDIB000K288 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 IDIB000K288 by:

• Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
• Opening the passbook's first page.
• Calling the branch directly on 4364-231210.
• 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 Kuthalam branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC IDIB000K288, however, work 24x7.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code IDIB000K288 belongs to Indian Bank's KUTHALAM branch, located at 12 MELA CHETTY STREET KUTHALAM KUTHALAM POST/TALUK PIN 609801 in KUTHALAM, 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.