This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Indian Overseas Bank, GACHIBOWLI branch in HYDERABAD. The 11-digit IFSC IOBA0001879 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 Overseas Bank at the GACHIBOWLI 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.
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, IOBA0001879 is the IFSC of Indian Overseas Bank's GACHIBOWLI branch. The format is fixed: IOBA = bank code, 0 = reserved, 001879 = branch identifier.
About Indian Overseas Bank
Indian Overseas Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Gachibowli branch in Hyderabad. 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, IOBA0001879.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Indian Overseas Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Gachibowli |
| IFSC Code | IOBA0001879 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | MOUNLANA AZAD, NATIONAL URDU UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, GACHIBOWLI, HYDERABAD 500032 |
| City | Hyderabad |
| District | Hyderabad |
| State | Andhra Pradesh |
| Phone | 23003883 |
About the Gachibowli branch
The Gachibowli branch of Indian Overseas Bank is situated at MOUNLANA AZAD, NATIONAL URDU UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, GACHIBOWLI, HYDERABAD 500032. 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 IOBA0001879 is used.
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 GACHIBOWLI of Indian Overseas Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code IOBA0001879 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 IOBA0001879 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 Gachibowli branch
Once you have an account at Indian Overseas Bank – GACHIBOWLI, the IFSC IOBA0001879 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.
Banking services available
The Gachibowli branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 23003883.
- 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 IOBA0001879
How to transfer money using IFSC IOBA0001879
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 IOBA0001879 across all three.
How to use IFSC IOBA0001879 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Indian Overseas Bank's GACHIBOWLI 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 IOBA0001879.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Indian Overseas Bank and the branch as GACHIBOWLI.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC IOBA0001879
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 Overseas Bank – GACHIBOWLI, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC IOBA0001879 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
IMPS to Indian Overseas Bank GACHIBOWLI (IFSC IOBA0001879)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC IOBA0001879 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the GACHIBOWLI branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC IOBA0001879 for Indian Overseas Bank – GACHIBOWLI, 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 – IOBA0001879 | Yes – IOBA0001879 | Yes – IOBA0001879 |
For most retail customers crediting the Gachibowli 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 GACHIBOWLI branch, the IFSC IOBA0001879 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.
Online banking and IFSC IOBA0001879
Indian Overseas Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the GACHIBOWLI 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 IOBA0001879 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.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Gachibowli branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC IOBA0001879 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC IOBA0001879
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 – GACHIBOWLI, 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:
IOBA0001879. - 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 Gachibowli branch
The branch is located at MOUNLANA AZAD, NATIONAL URDU UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, GACHIBOWLI, HYDERABAD 500032, which puts it inside Hyderabad, the broader Hyderabad district, and the state of Andhra Pradesh. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Indian Overseas Bank Gachibowli branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC IOBA0001879 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 23003883 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 IOBA0001879 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC IOBA0001879 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 IOBA0001879 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 23003883.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Working hours
Branch counters at Gachibowli 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 IOBA0001879 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Indian Overseas BankGachibowli Branch
MOUNLANA AZAD, NATIONAL URDU UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, GACHIBOWLI, HYDERABAD 500032
Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh
Phone: 23003883
IFSC: IOBA0001879
Frequently asked questions
Does Indian Overseas Bank Gachibowli branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 23003883 to confirm.
Is IFSC IOBA0001879 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC IOBA0001879 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using IOBA0001879 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Indian Overseas Bank – Gachibowli reflect within 30 minutes.
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 Gachibowli branch but serve different purposes.
Where is Indian Overseas Bank Gachibowli branch located?
Indian Overseas Bank's Gachibowli branch is located at MOUNLANA AZAD, NATIONAL URDU UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, GACHIBOWLI, HYDERABAD 500032, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh.
What is the phone number of Indian Overseas Bank Gachibowli branch?
You can reach the branch at 23003883 during regular banking hours.
Summary
The IFSC code IOBA0001879 belongs to Indian Overseas Bank's GACHIBOWLI branch, located at MOUNLANA AZAD, NATIONAL URDU UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, GACHIBOWLI, HYDERABAD 500032 in HYDERABAD, ANDHRA 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.


