Below are the complete branch details for Indian Overseas Bank, OGB -AVANA branch, located in AVANA, ODISHA. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is IOBA0GB4130. Whether you want to transfer money, add a beneficiary, verify a cheque or simply confirm the branch address, you will find authentic, up-to-date information on this page that has been cross-checked against the bank's branch directory and the RBI's master list of participants in the National Electronic Funds Transfer system.
The IFSC code is one of the most frequently asked-for pieces of information when somebody wants to send you money or set up a recurring credit such as a salary, EMI auto-debit or supplier payment. Knowing exactly which IFSC belongs to your branch — in this case IOBA0GB4130 for Indian Overseas Bank – OGB -AVANA — saves you from rejected transfers, returned credits and the back-and-forth that follows them.
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 Overseas Bank – OGB -AVANA is IOBA0GB4130. The first four letters IOBA are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters GB4130 map to this branch in AVANA, ODISHA.
About the bank
Indian Overseas Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Ogb -Avana branch in Avana, Odisha is part of this network and uses the IFSC code IOBA0GB4130 for all electronic settlement.
About this branch
The branch is located at AT -AVANAP.O. -AVANAPIN -756051.. It serves the Avana 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 Overseas Bank. The IFSC IOBA0GB4130 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Indian Overseas Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Ogb -Avana |
| IFSC Code | IOBA0GB4130 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | AT -AVANAP.O. -AVANAPIN -756051. |
| City | Avana |
| District | Balasore |
| State | Odisha |
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 Overseas Bank's OGB -AVANA branch came to be assigned the code IOBA0GB4130.
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 IOBA0GB4130, money simply cannot be routed to the OGB -AVANA branch electronically.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Ogb -Avana branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC IOBA0GB4130 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 IOBA0GB4130
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 IOBA0GB4130 across all three.
NEFT to Indian Overseas Bank, OGB -AVANA using IFSC IOBA0GB4130
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 IOBA0GB4130, and confirm that the system picks up Indian Overseas Bank – OGB -AVANA. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to OGB -AVANA
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Indian Overseas Bank's OGB -AVANA branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC IOBA0GB4130 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to Indian Overseas Bank OGB -AVANA (IFSC IOBA0GB4130)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC IOBA0GB4130 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the OGB -AVANA branch account within seconds.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Ogb -Avana
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 IOBA0GB4130:
- 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 OGB -AVANA is still linked to IFSC IOBA0GB4130.
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 Overseas Bank's OGB -AVANA branch, the IFSC IOBA0GB4130 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 Ogb -Avana branch is mapped to IFSC IOBA0GB4130 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of Indian Overseas 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 IOBA0GB4130.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Ogb -Avana branch can access most of Indian Overseas 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 IOBA0GB4130
Online banking and IFSC IOBA0GB4130
Indian Overseas Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the OGB -AVANA 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 IOBA0GB4130 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.
Reaching the branch
The Ogb -Avana branch sits at AT -AVANAP.O. -AVANAPIN -756051.. If you are travelling from outside Avana, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call the branch contact number 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 IOBA0GB4130 and your account number.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC IOBA0GB4130
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 Overseas Bank – OGB -AVANA, 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:
IOBA0GB4130. - 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.
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 Ogb -Avana branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC IOBA0GB4130, however, work 24x7.
Verifying IFSC IOBA0GB4130 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 IOBA0GB4130 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on the branch contact number.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Branch address & contact
Indian Overseas BankOgb -Avana Branch
AT -AVANAP.O. -AVANAPIN -756051.
Avana, Odisha
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: IOBA0GB4130
Frequently asked questions
Can I use IFSC IOBA0GB4130 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC IOBA0GB4130 to send funds instantly.
What is the phone number of Indian Overseas Bank Ogb -Avana branch?
You can reach the branch at the branch contact number during regular banking hours.
Where is Indian Overseas Bank Ogb -Avana branch located?
Indian Overseas Bank's Ogb -Avana branch is located at AT -AVANAP.O. -AVANAPIN -756051., Avana, Odisha.
How do I add Indian Overseas Bank Ogb -Avana as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC IOBA0GB4130, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Is IFSC IOBA0GB4130 the same for all accounts at Ogb -Avana branch?
Yes. The IFSC IOBA0GB4130 is shared by every account held at Indian Overseas Bank's Ogb -Avana branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Does Indian Overseas Bank Ogb -Avana branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on the branch contact number to confirm.
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 Ogb -Avana branch but serve different purposes.
Summary
The IFSC code IOBA0GB4130 belongs to Indian Overseas Bank's OGB -AVANA branch, located at AT -AVANAP.O. -AVANAPIN -756051. in AVANA, ODISHA. 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.


