Below are the complete branch details for South Indian Bank, COIMBATORE BIG BAZAR STREET branch, located in COIMBATORE, TAMIL NADU. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is SIBL0000440. Whether you want to transfer money, add a beneficiary, verify a cheque or simply confirm the branch address, you will find authentic, up-to-date information on this page that has been cross-checked against the bank's branch directory and the RBI's master list of participants in the National Electronic Funds Transfer system.
The IFSC code is one of the most frequently asked-for pieces of information when somebody wants to send you money or set up a recurring credit such as a salary, EMI auto-debit or supplier payment. Knowing exactly which IFSC belongs to your branch — in this case SIBL0000440 for South Indian Bank – COIMBATORE BIG BAZAR STREET — saves you from rejected transfers, returned credits and the back-and-forth that follows them.
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, SIBL0000440 is the IFSC of South Indian Bank's COIMBATORE BIG BAZAR STREET branch. The format is fixed: SIBL = bank code, 0 = reserved, 000440 = branch identifier.
About the bank
South Indian Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Coimbatore Big Bazar Street branch in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu is part of this network and uses the IFSC code SIBL0000440 for all electronic settlement.
Coimbatore Big Bazar Street branch overview
Located at COIMBATORE BIG BAZAR STREET BRANCH, BIG BAZAR STREET , COIMBATORE , TAMIL NADU , TAMIL NADU, PIN-641001, the Coimbatore Big Bazar Street branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC SIBL0000440 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | South Indian Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Coimbatore Big Bazar Street |
| IFSC Code | SIBL0000440 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | COIMBATORE BIG BAZAR STREET BRANCH, BIG BAZAR STREET , COIMBATORE , TAMIL NADU , TAMIL NADU, PIN-641001 |
| City | Coimbatore |
| District | Coimbotore |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| STD Code | 422 |
| Phone | 2398081 |
Why every South Indian 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 COIMBATORE BIG BAZAR STREET of South Indian Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code SIBL0000440 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 SIBL0000440 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Coimbatore Big Bazar Street branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC SIBL0000440 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.
How to transfer money using IFSC SIBL0000440
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 SIBL0000440 across all three.
NEFT to South Indian Bank, COIMBATORE BIG BAZAR STREET using IFSC SIBL0000440
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 SIBL0000440, and confirm that the system picks up South Indian Bank – COIMBATORE BIG BAZAR STREET. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to COIMBATORE BIG BAZAR STREET
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at South Indian Bank's COIMBATORE BIG BAZAR STREET branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC SIBL0000440 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to South Indian Bank COIMBATORE BIG BAZAR STREET (IFSC SIBL0000440)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC SIBL0000440 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the COIMBATORE BIG BAZAR STREET branch account within seconds.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Coimbatore Big Bazar Street
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 SIBL0000440:
- 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 COIMBATORE BIG BAZAR STREET is still linked to IFSC SIBL0000440.
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 South Indian Bank's COIMBATORE BIG BAZAR STREET branch, the IFSC SIBL0000440 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 Coimbatore Big Bazar Street branch is mapped to IFSC SIBL0000440 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of South Indian 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 SIBL0000440.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Coimbatore Big Bazar Street branch can access most of South Indian 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 SIBL0000440
Online banking and IFSC SIBL0000440
South Indian Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the COIMBATORE BIG BAZAR STREET 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 SIBL0000440 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 Coimbatore Big Bazar Street branch sits at COIMBATORE BIG BAZAR STREET BRANCH, BIG BAZAR STREET , COIMBATORE , TAMIL NADU , TAMIL NADU, PIN-641001. If you are travelling from outside Coimbatore, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 422-2398081 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 SIBL0000440 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 South Indian Bank – COIMBATORE BIG BAZAR STREET:
- The IFSC is exactly SIBL0000440 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills South Indian Bank as the bank name and COIMBATORE BIG BAZAR STREET 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 Coimbatore Big Bazar Street branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC SIBL0000440, however, work 24x7.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC SIBL0000440 for South Indian Bank – COIMBATORE BIG BAZAR STREET, 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 address & contact
South Indian BankCoimbatore Big Bazar Street Branch
COIMBATORE BIG BAZAR STREET BRANCH, BIG BAZAR STREET , COIMBATORE , TAMIL NADU , TAMIL NADU, PIN-641001
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Phone: 422-2398081
IFSC: SIBL0000440
Frequently asked questions
What is the IFSC code of South Indian Bank Coimbatore Big Bazar Street branch?
The IFSC code of South Indian Bank, Coimbatore Big Bazar Street branch is SIBL0000440. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using SIBL0000440 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to South Indian Bank – Coimbatore Big Bazar Street reflect within 30 minutes.
Can I use IFSC SIBL0000440 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC SIBL0000440 to send funds instantly.
Where is South Indian Bank Coimbatore Big Bazar Street branch located?
South Indian Bank's Coimbatore Big Bazar Street branch is located at COIMBATORE BIG BAZAR STREET BRANCH, BIG BAZAR STREET , COIMBATORE , TAMIL NADU , TAMIL NADU, PIN-641001, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu.
What is the phone number of South Indian Bank Coimbatore Big Bazar Street branch?
You can reach the branch at 422-2398081 during regular banking hours.
Does South Indian Bank Coimbatore Big Bazar Street branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 422-2398081 to confirm.
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 Coimbatore Big Bazar Street branch but serve different purposes.
How do I add South Indian Bank Coimbatore Big Bazar Street as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC SIBL0000440, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Final notes
To recap: SIBL0000440 is the IFSC code of South Indian Bank, COIMBATORE BIG BAZAR STREET branch, in COIMBATORE, TAMIL NADU. 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.


