IFSC Code of Karur Vysya Bank, Puzhuthivakkam Branch, Tamil Nadu

If you are searching for the IFSC code of Karur Vysya Bank, PUZHUTHIVAKKAM branch in CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is KVBL0001983. 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 PUZHUTHIVAKKAM branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC KVBL0001983 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.

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 Karur Vysya Bank's PUZHUTHIVAKKAM branch, the IFSC KVBL0001983 breaks down as follows: KVBL identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 001983 identifies this particular branch.

About Karur Vysya Bank

Karur Vysya Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Puzhuthivakkam branch in Chennai. 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, KVBL0001983.

Branch details at a glance

Puzhuthivakkam branch overview

Located at N NO 1, 4TH STREET, BALAMMAL NAGAR, PUZHUTHIVAKKAM - ULLAGARAM, the Puzhuthivakkam branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC KVBL0001983 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.

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 PUZHUTHIVAKKAM of Karur Vysya Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code KVBL0001983 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 KVBL0001983 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.

Account types you can open at the Puzhuthivakkam branch

Once you have an account at Karur Vysya Bank – PUZHUTHIVAKKAM, the IFSC KVBL0001983 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 Puzhuthivakkam branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 422-2227700.

• 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 KVBL0001983

How to transfer money using IFSC KVBL0001983

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 KVBL0001983 across all three.

NEFT to Karur Vysya Bank, PUZHUTHIVAKKAM using IFSC KVBL0001983

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 KVBL0001983, and confirm that the system picks up Karur Vysya Bank – PUZHUTHIVAKKAM. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

Real-Time Gross Settlement to PUZHUTHIVAKKAM

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Karur Vysya Bank's PUZHUTHIVAKKAM branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC KVBL0001983 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 – PUZHUTHIVAKKAM, use IMPS. With IFSC KVBL0001983 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 KVBL0001983 for Karur Vysya Bank – PUZHUTHIVAKKAM, 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 Puzhuthivakkam 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 Karur Vysya Bank's PUZHUTHIVAKKAM branch, the IFSC KVBL0001983 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.

Digital banking channels

Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Puzhuthivakkam branch counter can now be completed digitally — adding a beneficiary, transferring funds, applying for a fixed deposit, raising a service request or downloading account statements. The IFSC KVBL0001983 is the link between the digital channel and the branch ledger; once a transaction is confirmed, the credit or debit is reflected in the same core banking system that the branch officers see.

MICR code & cheque clearing

Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by Karur Vysya Bank carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC KVBL0001983 and the account number together uniquely identify the Puzhuthivakkam branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.

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 – PUZHUTHIVAKKAM:

• The IFSC is exactly KVBL0001983 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 PUZHUTHIVAKKAM 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 Puzhuthivakkam branch

The branch is located at N NO 1, 4TH STREET, BALAMMAL NAGAR, PUZHUTHIVAKKAM - ULLAGARAM, which puts it inside Chennai, the broader Kancheepuram district, and the state of Tamil Nadu. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Karur Vysya Bank Puzhuthivakkam branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC KVBL0001983 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 422-2227700 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 KVBL0001983 and your account number.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC KVBL0001983 for Karur Vysya Bank – PUZHUTHIVAKKAM, 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 Puzhuthivakkam branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC KVBL0001983, however, work 24x7.

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Summary

The IFSC code KVBL0001983 belongs to Karur Vysya Bank's PUZHUTHIVAKKAM branch, located at N NO 1, 4TH STREET, BALAMMAL NAGAR, PUZHUTHIVAKKAM - ULLAGARAM in CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU. 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.