IFSC Code of Kerala Gramin Bank, Pukkattupady Branch, Kerala

If you are searching for the IFSC code of Kerala Gramin Bank, PUKKATTUPADY branch in ERNAKULAM, KERALA, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is KLGB0040603. 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 PUKKATTUPADY branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC KLGB0040603 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 – PUKKATTUPADY is KLGB0040603. The first four letters KLGB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 040603 map to this branch in ERNAKULAM, KERALA.

Branch details at a glance

Bank profile

Kerala Gramin Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Pukkattupady branch — IFSC KLGB0040603 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Ernakulam, Kerala.

About this branch

The branch is located at IST FLOOR,MUDAVATHIL BUILDING,P.O.EDATHALA,ERNAKULAM,KERALA,PIN 683561. It serves the Ernakulam region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of Kerala Gramin Bank. The IFSC KLGB0040603 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.

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 PUKKATTUPADY of Kerala Gramin Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code KLGB0040603 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 KLGB0040603 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 KLGB0040603

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 KLGB0040603 across all three.

NEFT to Kerala Gramin Bank, PUKKATTUPADY using IFSC KLGB0040603

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 KLGB0040603, and confirm that the system picks up Kerala Gramin Bank – PUKKATTUPADY. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

Real-Time Gross Settlement to PUKKATTUPADY

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Kerala Gramin Bank's PUKKATTUPADY branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC KLGB0040603 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

IMPS to Kerala Gramin Bank PUKKATTUPADY (IFSC KLGB0040603)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC KLGB0040603 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the PUKKATTUPADY branch account within seconds.

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

All three modes accept the IFSC KLGB0040603 for Kerala Gramin Bank – PUKKATTUPADY, 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 Pukkattupady 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 Kerala Gramin Bank's PUKKATTUPADY branch, the IFSC KLGB0040603 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.

Account types you can open at the Pukkattupady branch

Once you have an account at Kerala Gramin Bank – PUKKATTUPADY, the IFSC KLGB0040603 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.

Products and services

Customers walking into the Pukkattupady branch can access most of Kerala Gramin 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 KLGB0040603

MICR code & cheque clearing

Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by Kerala Gramin Bank carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC KLGB0040603 and the account number together uniquely identify the Pukkattupady branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.

Digital banking channels

Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Pukkattupady 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 KLGB0040603 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 KLGB0040603

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 Kerala Gramin Bank – PUKKATTUPADY, 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: KLGB0040603.
• 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 Pukkattupady branch

The branch is located at IST FLOOR,MUDAVATHIL BUILDING,P.O.EDATHALA,ERNAKULAM,KERALA,PIN 683561, which puts it inside Ernakulam, the broader Ernakulam district, and the state of Kerala. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Kerala Gramin Bank Pukkattupady branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC KLGB0040603 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 484-2686203 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 KLGB0040603 and your account number.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC KLGB0040603 for Kerala Gramin Bank – PUKKATTUPADY, 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 Pukkattupady 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 KLGB0040603 continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code KLGB0040603 belongs to Kerala Gramin Bank's PUKKATTUPADY branch, located at IST FLOOR,MUDAVATHIL BUILDING,P.O.EDATHALA,ERNAKULAM,KERALA,PIN 683561 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.