Below are the complete branch details for South Indian Bank, KOLKATA CORPORATE branch, located in KOLKATA, WEST BENGAL. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is SIBL0000728. 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 SIBL0000728 for South Indian Bank – KOLKATA CORPORATE — 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, SIBL0000728 is the IFSC of South Indian Bank's KOLKATA CORPORATE branch. The format is fixed: SIBL = bank code, 0 = reserved, 000728 = branch identifier.
About South Indian Bank
South Indian Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Kolkata Corporate branch in Kolkata. 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, SIBL0000728.
About the Kolkata Corporate branch
The Kolkata Corporate branch of South Indian Bank is situated at 2,CHURCH LANE,KOLKATA-700001. Customers visiting this branch can complete cash deposits, withdrawals, demand draft requests, cheque clearing, passbook updates and KYC formalities. For online transactions to or from this branch, the IFSC code SIBL0000728 is used.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | South Indian Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Kolkata Corporate |
| IFSC Code | SIBL0000728 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | 2,CHURCH LANE,KOLKATA-700001 |
| City | Kolkata |
| District | Kolkata |
| State | West Bengal |
| STD Code | 22 |
| Phone | 22611209 |
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 South Indian Bank's KOLKATA CORPORATE branch came to be assigned the code SIBL0000728.
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 SIBL0000728, money simply cannot be routed to the KOLKATA CORPORATE branch electronically.
MICR code & cheque clearing
Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by South Indian Bank carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC SIBL0000728 and the account number together uniquely identify the Kolkata Corporate branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
How to transfer money using IFSC SIBL0000728
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 SIBL0000728 across all three.
How to use IFSC SIBL0000728 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to South Indian Bank's KOLKATA CORPORATE 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 SIBL0000728.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as South Indian Bank and the branch as KOLKATA CORPORATE.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC SIBL0000728
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 South Indian Bank – KOLKATA CORPORATE, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC SIBL0000728 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
IMPS to South Indian Bank KOLKATA CORPORATE (IFSC SIBL0000728)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC SIBL0000728 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the KOLKATA CORPORATE branch account within seconds.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Kolkata Corporate
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 SIBL0000728:
- 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 KOLKATA CORPORATE is still linked to IFSC SIBL0000728.
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 KOLKATA CORPORATE branch, the IFSC SIBL0000728 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 Kolkata Corporate branch is mapped to IFSC SIBL0000728 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 SIBL0000728.
Banking services available
The Kolkata Corporate branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 22-22611209.
- 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 SIBL0000728
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Kolkata Corporate 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 SIBL0000728 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.
Reaching the branch
The Kolkata Corporate branch sits at 2,CHURCH LANE,KOLKATA-700001. If you are travelling from outside Kolkata, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 22-22611209 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 SIBL0000728 and your account number.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC SIBL0000728
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 South Indian Bank – KOLKATA CORPORATE, 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:
SIBL0000728. - 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.
Working hours
Branch counters at Kolkata Corporate 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 SIBL0000728 continue to work without interruption.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC SIBL0000728 for South Indian Bank – KOLKATA CORPORATE, 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 BankKolkata Corporate Branch
2,CHURCH LANE,KOLKATA-700001
Kolkata, West Bengal
Phone: 22-22611209
IFSC: SIBL0000728
Frequently asked questions
What is the IFSC code of South Indian Bank Kolkata Corporate branch?
The IFSC code of South Indian Bank, Kolkata Corporate branch is SIBL0000728. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
What is the phone number of South Indian Bank Kolkata Corporate branch?
You can reach the branch at 22-22611209 during regular banking hours.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using SIBL0000728 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to South Indian Bank – Kolkata Corporate reflect within 30 minutes.
Is IFSC SIBL0000728 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC SIBL0000728 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Does South Indian Bank Kolkata Corporate branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 22-22611209 to confirm.
How do I add South Indian Bank Kolkata Corporate as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC SIBL0000728, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Can I use IFSC SIBL0000728 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC SIBL0000728 to send funds instantly.
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 Kolkata Corporate branch but serve different purposes.
Summary
The IFSC code SIBL0000728 belongs to South Indian Bank's KOLKATA CORPORATE branch, located at 2,CHURCH LANE,KOLKATA-700001 in KOLKATA, WEST BENGAL. 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.


