IFSC Code of Karnataka Grameena Bank, Chikkabennur Branch, Karnataka

This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Karnataka Grameena Bank, CHIKKABENNUR branch in CHITRADURGA. The 11-digit IFSC PKGB0010578 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 Karnataka Grameena Bank at the CHIKKABENNUR 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.

The Indian Financial System Code, popularly known as IFSC, is an 11-digit alphanumeric code that the RBI assigns to every bank branch participating in online interbank settlement. Without this code, an electronic transfer simply cannot reach its destination branch.

The IFSC for Karnataka Grameena Bank – CHIKKABENNUR is PKGB0010578. The first four letters PKGB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 010578 map to this branch in CHITRADURGA, KARNATAKA.

Branch details at a glance

Bank profile

Karnataka Grameena Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Chikkabennur branch — IFSC PKGB0010578 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Chitradurga, Karnataka.

About the Chikkabennur branch

The Chikkabennur branch of Karnataka Grameena Bank is situated at THE MANAGER,KARNATAKA GRAMEENA BANK,CHIKKABANNUR BRANCH,CHITRADURGA TALUK,CHITRADURGA DISTRICT,PIN577 541. 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 PKGB0010578 is used.

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 CHIKKABENNUR of Karnataka Grameena Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code PKGB0010578 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 PKGB0010578 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.

How to transfer money using IFSC PKGB0010578

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 PKGB0010578 across all three.

How to use IFSC PKGB0010578 for an NEFT transfer

NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Karnataka Grameena Bank's CHIKKABENNUR 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 PKGB0010578.
4. Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Karnataka Grameena Bank and the branch as CHIKKABENNUR.
5. Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC PKGB0010578

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 – CHIKKABENNUR, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC PKGB0010578 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

IMPS to Karnataka Grameena Bank CHIKKABENNUR (IFSC PKGB0010578)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC PKGB0010578 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the CHIKKABENNUR branch account within seconds.

NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?

All three modes accept the IFSC PKGB0010578 for Karnataka Grameena Bank – CHIKKABENNUR, 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.

For most retail customers crediting the Chikkabennur 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 Karnataka Grameena Bank's CHIKKABENNUR branch, the IFSC PKGB0010578 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.

Account types you can open at the Chikkabennur branch

Once you have an account at Karnataka Grameena Bank – CHIKKABENNUR, the IFSC PKGB0010578 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 Chikkabennur branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 8194-245853.

• 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 PKGB0010578

MICR code & cheque clearing

Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by Karnataka Grameena Bank carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC PKGB0010578 and the account number together uniquely identify the Chikkabennur branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.

Online banking and IFSC PKGB0010578

Karnataka Grameena Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the CHIKKABENNUR 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 PKGB0010578 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.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC PKGB0010578

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 – CHIKKABENNUR, 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: PKGB0010578.
• 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 Chikkabennur branch

The branch is located at THE MANAGER,KARNATAKA GRAMEENA BANK,CHIKKABANNUR BRANCH,CHITRADURGA TALUK,CHITRADURGA DISTRICT,PIN577 541, which puts it inside Chitradurga, the broader Chitradurga district, and the state of Karnataka. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Karnataka Grameena Bank Chikkabennur branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC PKGB0010578 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 8194-245853 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 PKGB0010578 and your account number.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC PKGB0010578 for Karnataka Grameena Bank – CHIKKABENNUR, 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.

Working hours

Branch counters at Chikkabennur 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 PKGB0010578 continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code PKGB0010578 belongs to Karnataka Grameena Bank's CHIKKABENNUR branch, located at THE MANAGER,KARNATAKA GRAMEENA BANK,CHIKKABANNUR BRANCH,CHITRADURGA… in CHITRADURGA, 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.