Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Indian Bank's PORT BLAIR branch in PHOENIX BAY, ANDAMAN AND NICOBAR. The branch's IFSC code IDIB000P670 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, IDIB000P670 is the IFSC of Indian Bank's PORT BLAIR branch. The format is fixed: IDIB = bank code, 0 = reserved, 00P670 = branch identifier.
About Indian Bank
Indian Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Port Blair branch in Phoenix Bay. 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, IDIB000P670.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Indian Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Port Blair |
| IFSC Code | IDIB000P670 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | PB NO 3041ST FLOOR GANDHI BHAWAN PHOENIX BAY PORTBLAIR PIN 744101 |
| City | Phoenix Bay |
| District | South Andaman |
| State | Andaman and Nicobar |
| STD Code | 91 |
| Phone | 7695034015 |
About the Port Blair branch
The Port Blair branch of Indian Bank is situated at PB NO 3041ST FLOOR GANDHI BHAWAN PHOENIX BAY PORTBLAIR PIN 744101. Customers visiting this branch can complete cash deposits, withdrawals, demand draft requests, cheque clearing, passbook updates and KYC formalities. For online transactions to or from this branch, the IFSC code IDIB000P670 is used.
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 PORT BLAIR branch came to be assigned the code IDIB000P670.
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 IDIB000P670, money simply cannot be routed to the PORT BLAIR branch electronically.
Account types you can open at the Port Blair branch
Once you have an account at Indian Bank – PORT BLAIR, the IFSC IDIB000P670 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 Port Blair 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 IDIB000P670
How to transfer money using IFSC IDIB000P670
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 IDIB000P670 across all three.
NEFT to Indian Bank, PORT BLAIR using IFSC IDIB000P670
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 IDIB000P670, and confirm that the system picks up Indian Bank – PORT BLAIR. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to PORT BLAIR
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Indian Bank's PORT BLAIR branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC IDIB000P670 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 – PORT BLAIR, use IMPS. With IFSC IDIB000P670 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 Port Blair
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 IDIB000P670:
- 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 PORT BLAIR is still linked to IFSC IDIB000P670.
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 PORT BLAIR branch, the IFSC IDIB000P670 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.
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Port Blair 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 IDIB000P670 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 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 IDIB000P670 and the account number together uniquely identify the Port Blair branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC IDIB000P670
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 – PORT BLAIR, 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:
IDIB000P670. - 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 Port Blair branch
The branch is located at PB NO 3041ST FLOOR GANDHI BHAWAN PHOENIX BAY PORTBLAIR PIN 744101, which puts it inside Phoenix Bay, the broader South Andaman district, and the state of Andaman and Nicobar. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Indian Bank Port Blair branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC IDIB000P670 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 91-7695034015 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 IDIB000P670 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC IDIB000P670 for Indian Bank – PORT BLAIR, 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 Port Blair branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC IDIB000P670, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
Indian BankPort Blair Branch
PB NO 3041ST FLOOR GANDHI BHAWAN PHOENIX BAY PORTBLAIR PIN 744101
Phoenix Bay, Andaman and Nicobar
Phone: 91-7695034015
IFSC: IDIB000P670
Frequently asked questions
Is IFSC IDIB000P670 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC IDIB000P670 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Does Indian Bank Port Blair branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 91-7695034015 to confirm.
What is the phone number of Indian Bank Port Blair branch?
You can reach the branch at 91-7695034015 during regular banking hours.
How do I add Indian Bank Port Blair as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC IDIB000P670, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Where is Indian Bank Port Blair branch located?
Indian Bank's Port Blair branch is located at PB NO 3041ST FLOOR GANDHI BHAWAN PHOENIX BAY PORTBLAIR PIN 744101, Phoenix Bay, Andaman and Nicobar.
What is the IFSC code of Indian Bank Port Blair branch?
The IFSC code of Indian Bank, Port Blair branch is IDIB000P670. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
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 Port Blair branch but serve different purposes.
Is IFSC IDIB000P670 the same for all accounts at Port Blair branch?
Yes. The IFSC IDIB000P670 is shared by every account held at Indian Bank's Port Blair branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Summary
The IFSC code IDIB000P670 belongs to Indian Bank's PORT BLAIR branch, located at PB NO 3041ST FLOOR GANDHI BHAWAN PHOENIX BAY PORTBLAIR PIN 744101 in PHOENIX BAY, ANDAMAN AND NICOBAR. 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.
