This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Karur Vysya Bank, KVB SMART-BANGALORE branch in BANGALORE. The 11-digit IFSC KVBL0001364 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 Karur Vysya Bank at the KVB SMART-BANGALORE 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 Karur Vysya Bank – KVB SMART-BANGALORE is KVBL0001364. The first four letters KVBL are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 001364 map to this branch in BANGALORE, KARNATAKA.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Karur Vysya Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | KVB Smart-Bangalore |
| IFSC Code | KVBL0001364 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | NO 6 2ND FLOOR DIVISIONAL OFFICE,VASAVI TEMPLE ROAD,SAJJANRAO CIRCLE,V V PURAM BANGALORE 560004 |
| City | Bangalore |
| District | Bangalore |
| State | Karnataka |
| STD Code | 422 |
| Phone | 2227778 |
About Karur Vysya Bank
Karur Vysya Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the KVB Smart-Bangalore branch in Bangalore. 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, KVBL0001364.
About the KVB Smart-Bangalore branch
The KVB Smart-Bangalore branch of Karur Vysya Bank is situated at NO 6 2ND FLOOR DIVISIONAL OFFICE,VASAVI TEMPLE ROAD,SAJJANRAO CIRCLE,V V PURAM BANGALORE 560004. 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 KVBL0001364 is used.
Why every Karur Vysya 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 KVB SMART-BANGALORE of Karur Vysya Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code KVBL0001364 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 KVBL0001364 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 KVBL0001364
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 KVBL0001364 across all three.
How to use IFSC KVBL0001364 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Karur Vysya Bank's KVB SMART-BANGALORE 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 KVBL0001364.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Karur Vysya Bank and the branch as KVB SMART-BANGALORE.
- 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 KVB SMART-BANGALORE
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Karur Vysya Bank's KVB SMART-BANGALORE branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC KVBL0001364 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Karur Vysya Bank – KVB SMART-BANGALORE, use IMPS. With IFSC KVBL0001364 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 KVB Smart-Bangalore
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 KVBL0001364:
- 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 KVB SMART-BANGALORE is still linked to IFSC KVBL0001364.
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 KVBL0001364
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 Karur Vysya Bank – KVB SMART-BANGALORE is still mapped to IFSC KVBL0001364. 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 KVBL0001364 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the KVB Smart-Bangalore branch is mapped to IFSC KVBL0001364 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of Karur Vysya 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 KVBL0001364.
Banking services available
The KVB Smart-Bangalore branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 422-2227778.
- 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 KVBL0001364
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the KVB Smart-Bangalore branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC KVBL0001364 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.
Online banking and IFSC KVBL0001364
Karur Vysya Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the KVB SMART-BANGALORE 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 KVBL0001364 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 Karur Vysya Bank – KVB SMART-BANGALORE:
- The IFSC is exactly KVBL0001364 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills Karur Vysya Bank as the bank name and KVB SMART-BANGALORE 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.
Reaching the branch
The KVB Smart-Bangalore branch sits at NO 6 2ND FLOOR DIVISIONAL OFFICE,VASAVI TEMPLE ROAD,SAJJANRAO CIRCLE,V V PURAM BANGALORE 560004. If you are travelling from outside Bangalore, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 422-2227778 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 KVBL0001364 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC KVBL0001364 for Karur Vysya Bank – KVB SMART-BANGALORE, 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 KVB Smart-Bangalore 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 KVBL0001364 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Karur Vysya BankKVB Smart-Bangalore Branch
NO 6 2ND FLOOR DIVISIONAL OFFICE,VASAVI TEMPLE ROAD,SAJJANRAO CIRCLE,V V PURAM BANGALORE 560004
Bangalore, Karnataka
Phone: 422-2227778
IFSC: KVBL0001364
Frequently asked questions
Does Karur Vysya Bank KVB Smart-Bangalore branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 422-2227778 to confirm.
How do I add Karur Vysya Bank KVB Smart-Bangalore as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC KVBL0001364, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
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 KVB Smart-Bangalore branch but serve different purposes.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using KVBL0001364 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Karur Vysya Bank – KVB Smart-Bangalore reflect within 30 minutes.
What is the IFSC code of Karur Vysya Bank KVB Smart-Bangalore branch?
The IFSC code of Karur Vysya Bank, KVB Smart-Bangalore branch is KVBL0001364. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
What is the phone number of Karur Vysya Bank KVB Smart-Bangalore branch?
You can reach the branch at 422-2227778 during regular banking hours.
Is IFSC KVBL0001364 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC KVBL0001364 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Is IFSC KVBL0001364 the same for all accounts at KVB Smart-Bangalore branch?
Yes. The IFSC KVBL0001364 is shared by every account held at Karur Vysya Bank's KVB Smart-Bangalore branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Final notes
To recap: KVBL0001364 is the IFSC code of Karur Vysya Bank, KVB SMART-BANGALORE branch, in BANGALORE, 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.


