IFSC Code of Kerala Gramin Bank, Vaniyambalam Branch, Kerala

This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Kerala Gramin Bank, VANIYAMBALAM branch in MALAPPURAM. The 11-digit IFSC KLGB0040168 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 Kerala Gramin Bank at the VANIYAMBALAM 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.

IFSC stands for Indian Financial System Code. It is an 11-character code that pinpoints a particular bank branch on the RBI's real-time payment rails. Every NEFT, RTGS or IMPS instruction must carry the destination branch's IFSC for the credit to land in the correct account.

In our case, KLGB0040168 is the IFSC of Kerala Gramin Bank's VANIYAMBALAM branch. The format is fixed: KLGB = bank code, 0 = reserved, 040168 = branch identifier.

Bank profile

Kerala Gramin Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Vaniyambalam branch — IFSC KLGB0040168 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Malappuram, Kerala.

Vaniyambalam branch overview

Located at VANIYAMBALAM P.O.VANIYAMBALAM MALAPPURAM DT,PIN 679339, the Vaniyambalam branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC KLGB0040168 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.

Branch details at a glance

The role of IFSC in India's payments network

India's electronic payment infrastructure — NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, UPI and the National Automated Clearing House (NACH) — is built on a single principle: every participating bank branch must be uniquely identifiable by an alphanumeric code. The Reserve Bank of India introduced the IFSC system to fulfil this requirement, and that is how Kerala Gramin Bank's VANIYAMBALAM branch came to be assigned the code KLGB0040168.

Whether you are receiving a salary on the first of the month, paying a vendor invoice, settling an EMI, or accepting a refund from an e-commerce platform, the IFSC is the silent piece of metadata that tells the network where your account lives. Without IFSC KLGB0040168, money simply cannot be routed to the VANIYAMBALAM branch electronically.

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 KLGB0040168 and the account number together uniquely identify the Vaniyambalam branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.

How to transfer money using IFSC KLGB0040168

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 KLGB0040168 across all three.

How to use IFSC KLGB0040168 for an NEFT transfer

NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Kerala Gramin Bank's VANIYAMBALAM 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).

1. Log in to your internet banking or mobile banking app.
2. Choose Add Beneficiary and select NEFT / Other Bank.
3. Enter the beneficiary name, account number and the IFSC KLGB0040168.
4. Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Kerala Gramin Bank and the branch as VANIYAMBALAM.
5. 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 VANIYAMBALAM

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Kerala Gramin Bank's VANIYAMBALAM branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC KLGB0040168 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

IMPS to Kerala Gramin Bank VANIYAMBALAM (IFSC KLGB0040168)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC KLGB0040168 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the VANIYAMBALAM branch account within seconds.

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

All three modes accept the IFSC KLGB0040168 for Kerala Gramin Bank – VANIYAMBALAM, 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 Vaniyambalam 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.

UPI payments and IFSC KLGB0040168

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 – VANIYAMBALAM is still mapped to IFSC KLGB0040168. 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 KLGB0040168 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Account types you can open at the Vaniyambalam branch

Once you have an account at Kerala Gramin Bank – VANIYAMBALAM, the IFSC KLGB0040168 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 Vaniyambalam 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 KLGB0040168

Online banking and IFSC KLGB0040168

Kerala Gramin Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the VANIYAMBALAM 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 KLGB0040168 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.

Reaching the branch

The Vaniyambalam branch sits at VANIYAMBALAM P.O.VANIYAMBALAM MALAPPURAM DT,PIN 679339. If you are travelling from outside Malappuram, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 4931-236213 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 KLGB0040168 and your account number.

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 – VANIYAMBALAM:

• The IFSC is exactly KLGB0040168 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 VANIYAMBALAM 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.

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 Vaniyambalam branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC KLGB0040168, however, work 24x7.

Verifying IFSC KLGB0040168 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 KLGB0040168 by:

• Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
• Opening the passbook's first page.
• Calling the branch directly on 4931-236213.
• Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Final notes

To recap: KLGB0040168 is the IFSC code of Kerala Gramin Bank, VANIYAMBALAM branch, in MALAPPURAM, KERALA. 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.