IFSC Code of Karur Vysya Bank, Madurai Main Branch, Tamil Nadu

If you are searching for the IFSC code of Karur Vysya Bank, MADURAI MAIN branch in MADURAI, TAMIL NADU, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is KVBL0001159. 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 MADURAI MAIN branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC KVBL0001159 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 MADURAI MAIN branch, the IFSC KVBL0001159 breaks down as follows: KVBL identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 001159 identifies this particular branch.

Branch details at a glance

About the bank

Karur Vysya Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Madurai Main branch in Madurai, Tamil Nadu is part of this network and uses the IFSC code KVBL0001159 for all electronic settlement.

About the Madurai Main branch

The Madurai Main branch of Karur Vysya Bank is situated at 44,WEST TOWER. 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 KVBL0001159 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 MADURAI MAIN of Karur Vysya Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code KVBL0001159 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 KVBL0001159 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 KVBL0001159

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 KVBL0001159 across all three.

NEFT to Karur Vysya Bank, MADURAI MAIN using IFSC KVBL0001159

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 KVBL0001159, and confirm that the system picks up Karur Vysya Bank – MADURAI MAIN. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

Real-Time Gross Settlement to MADURAI MAIN

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Karur Vysya Bank's MADURAI MAIN branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC KVBL0001159 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 – MADURAI MAIN, use IMPS. With IFSC KVBL0001159 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 KVBL0001159 for Karur Vysya Bank – MADURAI MAIN, 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 Madurai Main 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 MADURAI MAIN branch, the IFSC KVBL0001159 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 Madurai Main branch is mapped to IFSC KVBL0001159 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 KVBL0001159.

Banking services available

The Madurai Main branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 22-22654261.

• 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 KVBL0001159

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Madurai Main branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC KVBL0001159 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

Digital banking channels

Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Madurai Main 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 KVBL0001159 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.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC KVBL0001159

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 Karur Vysya Bank – MADURAI MAIN, 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: KVBL0001159.
• 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 Madurai Main branch

The branch is located at 44,WEST TOWER, which puts it inside Madurai, the broader Madurai district, and the state of Tamil Nadu. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Karur Vysya Bank Madurai Main branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC KVBL0001159 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 22-22654261 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 KVBL0001159 and your account number.

Verifying IFSC KVBL0001159 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 KVBL0001159 by:

• Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
• Opening the passbook's first page.
• Calling the branch directly on 22-22654261.
• Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.

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 Madurai Main branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC KVBL0001159, however, work 24x7.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code KVBL0001159 belongs to Karur Vysya Bank's MADURAI MAIN branch, located at 44,WEST TOWER in MADURAI, 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.