If you are searching for the IFSC code of Indian Overseas Bank, CHITRAKOOTDHAM KARVI branch in CHITRAKOOT DHAM, UTTAR PRADESH, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is IOBA0002472. 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 CHITRAKOOTDHAM KARVI branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC IOBA0002472 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 Overseas Bank's CHITRAKOOTDHAM KARVI branch, the IFSC IOBA0002472 breaks down as follows: IOBA identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 002472 identifies this particular branch.
About Indian Overseas Bank
Indian Overseas Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Chitrakootdham Karvi branch in Chitrakoot Dham. 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, IOBA0002472.
Chitrakootdham Karvi branch overview
Located at 440 BY 2 DWARIKA PURI,MANDAKINI ROAD,OPP BANDA DIVISION,ALSANSTHAN,PURANI BAZAR,210205 UP, the Chitrakootdham Karvi branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC IOBA0002472 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Indian Overseas Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Chitrakootdham Karvi |
| IFSC Code | IOBA0002472 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | 440 BY 2 DWARIKA PURI,MANDAKINI ROAD,OPP BANDA DIVISION,ALSANSTHAN,PURANI BAZAR,210205 UP |
| City | Chitrakoot Dham |
| District | Chitrakoot |
| State | Uttar Pradesh |
| STD Code | 44 |
| Phone | 28584896 |
Why every Indian Overseas 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 CHITRAKOOTDHAM KARVI of Indian Overseas Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code IOBA0002472 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 IOBA0002472 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Chitrakootdham Karvi branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC IOBA0002472 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 IOBA0002472
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 IOBA0002472 across all three.
How to use IFSC IOBA0002472 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Indian Overseas Bank's CHITRAKOOTDHAM KARVI 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 IOBA0002472.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Indian Overseas Bank and the branch as CHITRAKOOTDHAM KARVI.
- 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 CHITRAKOOTDHAM KARVI
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Indian Overseas Bank's CHITRAKOOTDHAM KARVI branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC IOBA0002472 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Indian Overseas Bank – CHITRAKOOTDHAM KARVI, use IMPS. With IFSC IOBA0002472 and the beneficiary's account number you can move up to ₹5 lakh per transaction with instant credit, any day of the year.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC IOBA0002472 for Indian Overseas Bank – CHITRAKOOTDHAM KARVI, but they differ in speed, minimum amount and use case. The table below summarises the differences so you can pick the right channel for the situation at hand.
| Parameter | NEFT | RTGS | IMPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum amount | ₹1 | ₹2,00,000 | ₹1 |
| Maximum amount | No RBI cap | No RBI cap | ₹5,00,000 |
| Settlement | Half-hourly batches | Real-time | Real-time |
| Availability | 24x7 | 24x7 | 24x7 |
| Best for | Routine transfers | High-value transfers | Urgent small / mid transfers |
| IFSC required | Yes – IOBA0002472 | Yes – IOBA0002472 | Yes – IOBA0002472 |
For most retail customers crediting the Chitrakootdham Karvi branch, NEFT or IMPS will be the quickest and most economical option. RTGS comes in for one-off, high-value movements such as property purchases, vendor settlements or large gifts.
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 CHITRAKOOTDHAM KARVI branch, the IFSC IOBA0002472 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 Chitrakootdham Karvi branch is mapped to IFSC IOBA0002472 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 IOBA0002472.
Banking services available
The Chitrakootdham Karvi branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 44-28584896.
- 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 IOBA0002472
Online banking and IFSC IOBA0002472
Indian Overseas Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the CHITRAKOOTDHAM KARVI 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 IOBA0002472 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.
How to reach the Chitrakootdham Karvi branch
The branch is located at 440 BY 2 DWARIKA PURI,MANDAKINI ROAD,OPP BANDA DIVISION,ALSANSTHAN,PURANI BAZAR,210205 UP, which puts it inside Chitrakoot Dham, the broader Chitrakoot district, and the state of Uttar Pradesh. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Indian Overseas Bank Chitrakootdham Karvi branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC IOBA0002472 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 44-28584896 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 IOBA0002472 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 Overseas Bank – CHITRAKOOTDHAM KARVI:
- The IFSC is exactly IOBA0002472 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills Indian Overseas Bank as the bank name and CHITRAKOOTDHAM KARVI 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 Chitrakootdham Karvi 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 IOBA0002472 continue to work without interruption.
Verifying IFSC IOBA0002472 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 IOBA0002472 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 44-28584896.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Branch address & contact
Indian Overseas BankChitrakootdham Karvi Branch
440 BY 2 DWARIKA PURI,MANDAKINI ROAD,OPP BANDA DIVISION,ALSANSTHAN,PURANI BAZAR,210205 UP
Chitrakoot Dham, Uttar Pradesh
Phone: 44-28584896
IFSC: IOBA0002472
Frequently asked questions
How do I add Indian Overseas Bank Chitrakootdham Karvi as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC IOBA0002472, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Can I use IFSC IOBA0002472 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC IOBA0002472 to send funds instantly.
What is the phone number of Indian Overseas Bank Chitrakootdham Karvi branch?
You can reach the branch at 44-28584896 during regular banking hours.
Is IFSC IOBA0002472 the same for all accounts at Chitrakootdham Karvi branch?
Yes. The IFSC IOBA0002472 is shared by every account held at Indian Overseas Bank's Chitrakootdham Karvi branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Is IFSC IOBA0002472 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC IOBA0002472 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
What is the IFSC code of Indian Overseas Bank Chitrakootdham Karvi branch?
The IFSC code of Indian Overseas Bank, Chitrakootdham Karvi branch is IOBA0002472. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Does Indian Overseas Bank Chitrakootdham Karvi branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 44-28584896 to confirm.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using IOBA0002472 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Indian Overseas Bank – Chitrakootdham Karvi reflect within 30 minutes.
Summary
The IFSC code IOBA0002472 belongs to Indian Overseas Bank's CHITRAKOOTDHAM KARVI branch, located at 440 BY 2 DWARIKA PURI,MANDAKINI ROAD,OPP BANDA DIVISION,ALSANSTHAN,PURANI… in CHITRAKOOT DHAM, UTTAR PRADESH. 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.
