If you are searching for the IFSC code of Karnataka Grameena Bank, THALLAK branch in CHALLAKERE, KARNATAKA, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is PKGB0010841. 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 THALLAK branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC PKGB0010841 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, PKGB0010841 is the IFSC of Karnataka Grameena Bank's THALLAK branch. The format is fixed: PKGB = bank code, 0 = reserved, 010841 = 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 Thallak branch in Challakere, Karnataka is part of this network and uses the IFSC code PKGB0010841 for all electronic settlement.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Karnataka Grameena Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Thallak |
| IFSC Code | PKGB0010841 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | THE MANAGER,KARNATAKA GRAMEENA BANK,THALLAK BRANCH,CHALLAKERE TALUK,CHITRADURGA DISTRICT,PIN - 577 543 |
| City | Challakere |
| District | Chitradurga |
| State | Karnataka |
| STD Code | 8190 |
| Phone | 206602 |
About this branch
The branch is located at THE MANAGER,KARNATAKA GRAMEENA BANK,THALLAK BRANCH,CHALLAKERE TALUK,CHITRADURGA DISTRICT,PIN - 577 543. It serves the Challakere region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of Karnataka Grameena Bank. The IFSC PKGB0010841 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
Why every Karnataka Grameena 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 THALLAK of Karnataka Grameena Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code PKGB0010841 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 PKGB0010841 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Thallak branch is mapped to IFSC PKGB0010841 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 PKGB0010841.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Thallak 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 PKGB0010841
How to transfer money using IFSC PKGB0010841
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 PKGB0010841 across all three.
How to use IFSC PKGB0010841 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Karnataka Grameena Bank's THALLAK 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 PKGB0010841.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Karnataka Grameena Bank and the branch as THALLAK.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC PKGB0010841
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 Karnataka Grameena Bank – THALLAK, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC PKGB0010841 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Karnataka Grameena Bank – THALLAK, use IMPS. With IFSC PKGB0010841 and the beneficiary's account number you can move up to ₹5 lakh per transaction with instant credit, any day of the year.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Thallak
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 PKGB0010841:
- 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 THALLAK is still linked to IFSC PKGB0010841.
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 PKGB0010841
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 – THALLAK is still mapped to IFSC PKGB0010841. 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 PKGB0010841 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Online banking and IFSC PKGB0010841
Karnataka Grameena Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the THALLAK 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 PKGB0010841 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 Thallak branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC PKGB0010841 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 PKGB0010841
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 Karnataka Grameena Bank – THALLAK, 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:
PKGB0010841. - 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.
Reaching the branch
The Thallak branch sits at THE MANAGER,KARNATAKA GRAMEENA BANK,THALLAK BRANCH,CHALLAKERE TALUK,CHITRADURGA DISTRICT,PIN - 577 543. If you are travelling from outside Challakere, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 8190-206602 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 PKGB0010841 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC PKGB0010841 for Karnataka Grameena Bank – THALLAK, 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 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 Thallak branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC PKGB0010841, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
Karnataka Grameena BankThallak Branch
THE MANAGER,KARNATAKA GRAMEENA BANK,THALLAK BRANCH,CHALLAKERE TALUK,CHITRADURGA DISTRICT,PIN - 577 543
Challakere, Karnataka
Phone: 8190-206602
IFSC: PKGB0010841
Frequently asked questions
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 Thallak branch but serve different purposes.
What is the IFSC code of Karnataka Grameena Bank Thallak branch?
The IFSC code of Karnataka Grameena Bank, Thallak branch is PKGB0010841. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Does Karnataka Grameena Bank Thallak branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 8190-206602 to confirm.
What is the phone number of Karnataka Grameena Bank Thallak branch?
You can reach the branch at 8190-206602 during regular banking hours.
How do I add Karnataka Grameena Bank Thallak as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC PKGB0010841, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Where is Karnataka Grameena Bank Thallak branch located?
Karnataka Grameena Bank's Thallak branch is located at THE MANAGER,KARNATAKA GRAMEENA BANK,THALLAK BRANCH,CHALLAKERE TALUK,CHITRADURGA DISTRICT,PIN - 577 543, Challakere, Karnataka.
Can I use IFSC PKGB0010841 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC PKGB0010841 to send funds instantly.
Final notes
To recap: PKGB0010841 is the IFSC code of Karnataka Grameena Bank, THALLAK branch, in CHALLAKERE, KARNATAKA. It is required for every electronic transfer to an account held at this branch. We keep this page updated with the latest address and contact details, so you can rely on the information here for your day-to-day banking needs.


