IFSC Code of Indian Overseas Bank, Mysore Jayalakshmipuram Branch, Karnataka

Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Indian Overseas Bank's MYSORE JAYALAKSHMIPURAM branch in MYSORE, KARNATAKA. The branch's IFSC code IOBA0001655 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, IOBA0001655 is the IFSC of Indian Overseas Bank's MYSORE JAYALAKSHMIPURAM branch. The format is fixed: IOBA = bank code, 0 = reserved, 001655 = branch identifier.

Bank profile

Indian Overseas Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Mysore Jayalakshmipuram branch — IFSC IOBA0001655 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Mysore, Karnataka.

About this branch

The branch is located at JAYALAKSHMIPURAM, MAHAJAN HIGH SCHOOL ROAD, MYSORE570012. It serves the Mysore 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 IOBA0001655 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.

Branch details at a glance

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 MYSORE JAYALAKSHMIPURAM of Indian Overseas Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code IOBA0001655 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 IOBA0001655 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 Mysore Jayalakshmipuram branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC IOBA0001655 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 IOBA0001655

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 IOBA0001655 across all three.

NEFT to Indian Overseas Bank, MYSORE JAYALAKSHMIPURAM using IFSC IOBA0001655

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 IOBA0001655, and confirm that the system picks up Indian Overseas Bank – MYSORE JAYALAKSHMIPURAM. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC IOBA0001655

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 – MYSORE JAYALAKSHMIPURAM, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC IOBA0001655 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

IMPS to Indian Overseas Bank MYSORE JAYALAKSHMIPURAM (IFSC IOBA0001655)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC IOBA0001655 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the MYSORE JAYALAKSHMIPURAM branch account within seconds.

Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Mysore Jayalakshmipuram

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 IOBA0001655:

• 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 MYSORE JAYALAKSHMIPURAM is still linked to IFSC IOBA0001655.

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.

UPI payments and IFSC IOBA0001655

UPI (Unified Payments Interface) has become the default way for individuals to send money in India. While most UPI transactions are addressed using a Virtual Payment Address (VPA) like name@bank, the underlying account at Indian Overseas Bank – MYSORE JAYALAKSHMIPURAM is still mapped to IFSC IOBA0001655. When a customer links a savings or current account to a UPI app for the first time, the app silently looks up this IFSC against the account number to verify the account exists. The VPA acts as a friendly alias on top of the same plumbing.

If a UPI transfer to or from this branch fails, the most common reasons are an inactive UPI handle, a daily limit breach or a temporary outage at one of the participating banks — not the IFSC. You can always fall back to NEFT or IMPS using the IFSC IOBA0001655 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Mysore Jayalakshmipuram branch is mapped to IFSC IOBA0001655 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 IOBA0001655.

Products and services

Customers walking into the Mysore Jayalakshmipuram 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 IOBA0001655

Online banking and IFSC IOBA0001655

Indian Overseas Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the MYSORE JAYALAKSHMIPURAM 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 IOBA0001655 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 Mysore Jayalakshmipuram branch

The branch is located at JAYALAKSHMIPURAM, MAHAJAN HIGH SCHOOL ROAD, MYSORE570012, which puts it inside Mysore, the broader Mysore district, and the state of Karnataka. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Indian Overseas Bank Mysore Jayalakshmipuram branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC IOBA0001655 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 22950127 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 IOBA0001655 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 – MYSORE JAYALAKSHMIPURAM:

• The IFSC is exactly IOBA0001655 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 MYSORE JAYALAKSHMIPURAM 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 Mysore Jayalakshmipuram 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 IOBA0001655 continue to work without interruption.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC IOBA0001655 for Indian Overseas Bank – MYSORE JAYALAKSHMIPURAM, 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 address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code IOBA0001655 belongs to Indian Overseas Bank's MYSORE JAYALAKSHMIPURAM branch, located at JAYALAKSHMIPURAM, MAHAJAN HIGH SCHOOL ROAD, MYSORE570012 in MYSORE, KARNATAKA. 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.