IFSC Code of Karnataka Grameena Bank, Humchadakatte Branch, Karnataka

This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Karnataka Grameena Bank, HUMCHADAKATTE branch in THIRTHAHALLI. The 11-digit IFSC PKGB0010663 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 HUMCHADAKATTE 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.

An IFSC (Indian Financial System Code) is an 11-character alphanumeric code issued by the Reserve Bank of India. It uniquely identifies every bank branch that participates in the RBI's electronic fund-transfer systems – NEFT, RTGS and IMPS. The first four characters represent the bank, the fifth is always a zero (reserved for future use), and the last six characters identify the specific branch.

For Karnataka Grameena Bank's HUMCHADAKATTE branch, the IFSC PKGB0010663 breaks down as follows: PKGB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 010663 identifies this particular branch.

Branch details at a glance

About Karnataka Grameena Bank

Karnataka Grameena Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Humchadakatte branch in Thirthahalli. 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, PKGB0010663.

Humchadakatte branch overview

Located at THE MANAGER,KARNATAKA GRAMEENA BANK, HUMCHADAKATTE BRANCH, THIRTHAHALLI TALUK,SHIVAMOGGA DISTRICT, PIN - 577 436,, the Humchadakatte branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC PKGB0010663 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.

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 HUMCHADAKATTE branch came to be assigned the code PKGB0010663.

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 PKGB0010663, money simply cannot be routed to the HUMCHADAKATTE branch electronically.

How to transfer money using IFSC PKGB0010663

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 PKGB0010663 across all three.

NEFT to Karnataka Grameena Bank, HUMCHADAKATTE using IFSC PKGB0010663

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 PKGB0010663, and confirm that the system picks up Karnataka Grameena Bank – HUMCHADAKATTE. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

Real-Time Gross Settlement to HUMCHADAKATTE

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Karnataka Grameena Bank's HUMCHADAKATTE branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC PKGB0010663 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

Send money instantly through IMPS

For a real-time, anytime transfer to Karnataka Grameena Bank – HUMCHADAKATTE, use IMPS. With IFSC PKGB0010663 and the beneficiary's account number you can move up to ₹5 lakh per transaction with instant credit, any day of the year.

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

All three modes accept the IFSC PKGB0010663 for Karnataka Grameena Bank – HUMCHADAKATTE, 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 Humchadakatte 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 HUMCHADAKATTE branch, the IFSC PKGB0010663 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.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Humchadakatte branch is mapped to IFSC PKGB0010663 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 PKGB0010663.

Products and services

Customers walking into the Humchadakatte 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 PKGB0010663

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 PKGB0010663 and the account number together uniquely identify the Humchadakatte branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.

Online banking and IFSC PKGB0010663

Karnataka Grameena Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the HUMCHADAKATTE 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 PKGB0010663 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.

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 – HUMCHADAKATTE:

• The IFSC is exactly PKGB0010663 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 HUMCHADAKATTE 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.

How to reach the Humchadakatte branch

The branch is located at THE MANAGER,KARNATAKA GRAMEENA BANK, HUMCHADAKATTE BRANCH, THIRTHAHALLI TALUK,SHIVAMOGGA DISTRICT, PIN - 577 436,, which puts it inside Thirthahalli, the broader Shimoga district, and the state of Karnataka. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Karnataka Grameena Bank Humchadakatte branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC PKGB0010663 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 8185-251316 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 PKGB0010663 and your account number.

Verifying IFSC PKGB0010663 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 PKGB0010663 by:

• Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
• Opening the passbook's first page.
• Calling the branch directly on 8185-251316.
• Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.

Working hours

Branch counters at Humchadakatte 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 PKGB0010663 continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code PKGB0010663 belongs to Karnataka Grameena Bank's HUMCHADAKATTE branch, located at THE MANAGER,KARNATAKA GRAMEENA BANK, HUMCHADAKATTE BRANCH, THIRTHAHALLI… in THIRTHAHALLI, 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.