IFSC Code of Karnataka Grameena Bank, Kodigehalli Branch, Karnataka

If you are searching for the IFSC code of Karnataka Grameena Bank, KODIGEHALLI branch in BENGALURU - NORTH, KARNATAKA, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is PKGB0012520. 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 KODIGEHALLI branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC PKGB0012520 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.

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, PKGB0012520 is the IFSC of Karnataka Grameena Bank's KODIGEHALLI branch. The format is fixed: PKGB = bank code, 0 = reserved, 012520 = branch identifier.

About the bank

Karnataka Grameena Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Kodigehalli branch in Bengaluru - North, Karnataka is part of this network and uses the IFSC code PKGB0012520 for all electronic settlement.

Kodigehalli branch overview

Located at 16 HR COMPLEX KODIGEHALLY MAIN ROAD BENGALURU NORTH TALUK BENGALURU URBAN DISTRICT, the Kodigehalli branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC PKGB0012520 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.

Branch details at a glance

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 Karnataka Grameena Bank's KODIGEHALLI branch came to be assigned the code PKGB0012520.

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 PKGB0012520, money simply cannot be routed to the KODIGEHALLI branch electronically.

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Kodigehalli branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC PKGB0012520 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 PKGB0012520

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 PKGB0012520 across all three.

How to use IFSC PKGB0012520 for an NEFT transfer

NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Karnataka Grameena Bank's KODIGEHALLI 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).

1. Log in to your internet banking or mobile banking app.
2. Choose Add Beneficiary and select NEFT / Other Bank.
3. Enter the beneficiary name, account number and the IFSC PKGB0012520.
4. Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Karnataka Grameena Bank and the branch as KODIGEHALLI.
5. 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 KODIGEHALLI

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Karnataka Grameena Bank's KODIGEHALLI branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC PKGB0012520 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

IMPS to Karnataka Grameena Bank KODIGEHALLI (IFSC PKGB0012520)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC PKGB0012520 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the KODIGEHALLI branch account within seconds.

Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Kodigehalli

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 PKGB0012520:

• 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 KODIGEHALLI is still linked to IFSC PKGB0012520.

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 PKGB0012520

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 Karnataka Grameena Bank – KODIGEHALLI is still mapped to IFSC PKGB0012520. 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 PKGB0012520 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Kodigehalli branch is mapped to IFSC PKGB0012520 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of Karnataka Grameena 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 PKGB0012520.

Products and services

Customers walking into the Kodigehalli branch can access most of Karnataka Grameena 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 PKGB0012520

Online banking and IFSC PKGB0012520

Karnataka Grameena Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the KODIGEHALLI 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 PKGB0012520 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 Kodigehalli branch sits at 16 HR COMPLEX KODIGEHALLY MAIN ROAD BENGALURU NORTH TALUK BENGALURU URBAN DISTRICT. If you are travelling from outside Bengaluru - North, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 0 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 PKGB0012520 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 Karnataka Grameena Bank – KODIGEHALLI:

• The IFSC is exactly PKGB0012520 with no extra spaces.
• The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
• The portal auto-fills Karnataka Grameena Bank as the bank name and KODIGEHALLI 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 Kodigehalli 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 PKGB0012520 continue to work without interruption.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC PKGB0012520 for Karnataka Grameena Bank – KODIGEHALLI, 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 PKGB0012520 belongs to Karnataka Grameena Bank's KODIGEHALLI branch, located at 16 HR COMPLEX KODIGEHALLY MAIN ROAD BENGALURU NORTH TALUK BENGALURU URBAN… in BENGALURU - NORTH, 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.