If you are searching for the IFSC code of Kerala Gramin Bank, MALIPURAM branch in ERNAKULAM, KERALA, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is KLGB0040736. 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 MALIPURAM branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC KLGB0040736 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.
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 Kerala Gramin Bank – MALIPURAM is KLGB0040736. The first four letters KLGB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 040736 map to this branch in ERNAKULAM, KERALA.
About Kerala Gramin Bank
Kerala Gramin Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Malipuram branch in Ernakulam. 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, KLGB0040736.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Kerala Gramin Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Malipuram |
| IFSC Code | KLGB0040736 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | BUILDING NUMBER VIII/803A ADIMATHARA BUILDINGS VP ROAD MALIPURAM ERNAKULAM PIN 682511 |
| City | Ernakulam |
| District | Ernakulam |
| State | Kerala |
| STD Code | 4972 |
| Phone | 704810 |
Malipuram branch overview
Located at BUILDING NUMBER VIII/803A ADIMATHARA BUILDINGS VP ROAD MALIPURAM ERNAKULAM PIN 682511, the Malipuram branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC KLGB0040736 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.
Why every Kerala Gramin 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 MALIPURAM of Kerala Gramin Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code KLGB0040736 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 KLGB0040736 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Malipuram branch is mapped to IFSC KLGB0040736 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of Kerala Gramin 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 KLGB0040736.
Banking services available
The Malipuram branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 4972-704810.
- 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 KLGB0040736
How to transfer money using IFSC KLGB0040736
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 KLGB0040736 across all three.
How to use IFSC KLGB0040736 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Kerala Gramin Bank's MALIPURAM 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 KLGB0040736.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Kerala Gramin Bank and the branch as MALIPURAM.
- 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 MALIPURAM
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Kerala Gramin Bank's MALIPURAM branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC KLGB0040736 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Kerala Gramin Bank – MALIPURAM, use IMPS. With IFSC KLGB0040736 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 Malipuram
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 KLGB0040736:
- 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 MALIPURAM is still linked to IFSC KLGB0040736.
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 KLGB0040736
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 Kerala Gramin Bank – MALIPURAM is still mapped to IFSC KLGB0040736. 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 KLGB0040736 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Malipuram 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 KLGB0040736 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 & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Malipuram branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC KLGB0040736 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.
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 Kerala Gramin Bank – MALIPURAM:
- The IFSC is exactly KLGB0040736 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills Kerala Gramin Bank as the bank name and MALIPURAM 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 Malipuram branch sits at BUILDING NUMBER VIII/803A ADIMATHARA BUILDINGS VP ROAD MALIPURAM ERNAKULAM PIN 682511. If you are travelling from outside Ernakulam, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 4972-704810 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 KLGB0040736 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC KLGB0040736 for Kerala Gramin Bank – MALIPURAM, 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 Malipuram 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 KLGB0040736 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Kerala Gramin BankMalipuram Branch
BUILDING NUMBER VIII/803A ADIMATHARA BUILDINGS VP ROAD MALIPURAM ERNAKULAM PIN 682511
Ernakulam, Kerala
Phone: 4972-704810
IFSC: KLGB0040736
Frequently asked questions
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using KLGB0040736 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Kerala Gramin Bank – Malipuram reflect within 30 minutes.
What is the phone number of Kerala Gramin Bank Malipuram branch?
You can reach the branch at 4972-704810 during regular banking hours.
Does Kerala Gramin Bank Malipuram branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 4972-704810 to confirm.
How do I add Kerala Gramin Bank Malipuram as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC KLGB0040736, 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 Malipuram branch but serve different purposes.
Is IFSC KLGB0040736 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC KLGB0040736 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Can I use IFSC KLGB0040736 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC KLGB0040736 to send funds instantly.
Summary
The IFSC code KLGB0040736 belongs to Kerala Gramin Bank's MALIPURAM branch, located at BUILDING NUMBER VIII/803A ADIMATHARA BUILDINGS VP ROAD MALIPURAM ERNAKULAM PIN… in ERNAKULAM, KERALA. 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.


