IFSC Code of Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited, Mangalore Kottara Chowki Branch, Karnataka

This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited, MANGALORE KOTTARA CHOWKI branch in MANGALORE. The 11-digit IFSC KKBK0007940 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 Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited at the MANGALORE KOTTARA CHOWKI 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, KKBK0007940 is the IFSC of Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited's MANGALORE KOTTARA CHOWKI branch. The format is fixed: KKBK = bank code, 0 = reserved, 007940 = branch identifier.

Bank profile

Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Mangalore Kottara Chowki branch — IFSC KKBK0007940 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Mangalore, Karnataka.

Branch details at a glance

Mangalore Kottara Chowki branch overview

Located at KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LTD 1 AND 2 RAMA PUSHPA KULOOR FERRY ROAD KOTTARA CHOWKI MANGALORE 575 006, the Mangalore Kottara Chowki branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC KKBK0007940 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.

Why every Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited 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 MANGALORE KOTTARA CHOWKI of Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited — its own 11-character IFSC. The code KKBK0007940 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 KKBK0007940 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 Mangalore Kottara Chowki branch is mapped to IFSC KKBK0007940 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited, 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 KKBK0007940.

Banking services available

The Mangalore Kottara Chowki branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 1860-2662666.

• 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 KKBK0007940

How to transfer money using IFSC KKBK0007940

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 KKBK0007940 across all three.

How to use IFSC KKBK0007940 for an NEFT transfer

NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited's MANGALORE KOTTARA CHOWKI 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 KKBK0007940.
4. Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited and the branch as MANGALORE KOTTARA CHOWKI.
5. Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC KKBK0007940

RTGS (Real-Time Gross Settlement) is the fastest high-value transfer mechanism in India. It is meant for transfers of ₹2 lakh and above and settles each transaction individually and instantly. To remit through RTGS to Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited – MANGALORE KOTTARA CHOWKI, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC KKBK0007940 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

IMPS to Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited MANGALORE KOTTARA CHOWKI (IFSC KKBK0007940)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC KKBK0007940 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the MANGALORE KOTTARA CHOWKI branch account within seconds.

Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Mangalore Kottara Chowki

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 KKBK0007940:

• 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 MANGALORE KOTTARA CHOWKI is still linked to IFSC KKBK0007940.

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.

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 Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited's MANGALORE KOTTARA CHOWKI branch, the IFSC KKBK0007940 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 Mangalore Kottara Chowki 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 KKBK0007940 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 Mangalore Kottara Chowki branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC KKBK0007940 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC KKBK0007940

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 Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited – MANGALORE KOTTARA CHOWKI, 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: KKBK0007940.
• 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 Mangalore Kottara Chowki branch

The branch is located at KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LTD 1 AND 2 RAMA PUSHPA KULOOR FERRY ROAD KOTTARA CHOWKI MANGALORE 575 006, which puts it inside Mangalore, the broader Dakshin Kannad district, and the state of Karnataka. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited Mangalore Kottara Chowki branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC KKBK0007940 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 1860-2662666 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 KKBK0007940 and your account number.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC KKBK0007940 for Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited – MANGALORE KOTTARA CHOWKI, 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 Mangalore Kottara Chowki branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC KKBK0007940, however, work 24x7.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code KKBK0007940 belongs to Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited's MANGALORE KOTTARA CHOWKI branch, located at KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LTD 1 AND 2 RAMA PUSHPA KULOOR FERRY ROAD KOTTARA CHOWKI… in MANGALORE, KARNATAKA. 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.