If you are searching for the IFSC code of Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited, PUTHIAMPUTHUR branch in PUTHIAMPUTHUR, TAMIL NADU, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is TMBL0000013. 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 PUTHIAMPUTHUR branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC TMBL0000013 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.
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, TMBL0000013 is the IFSC of Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited's PUTHIAMPUTHUR branch. The format is fixed: TMBL = bank code, 0 = reserved, 000013 = branch identifier.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited |
|---|---|
| Branch | Puthiamputhur |
| IFSC Code | TMBL0000013 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | NO.12/2A, THATTAPARAI ROAD, PUTHIAMPUTHUR-628402 TAMILNADU |
| City | Puthiamputhur |
| District | Thoothkudi |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| STD Code | 461 |
| Phone | 2261222 |
About the bank
Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Puthiamputhur branch in Puthiamputhur, Tamil Nadu is part of this network and uses the IFSC code TMBL0000013 for all electronic settlement.
About the Puthiamputhur branch
The Puthiamputhur branch of Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited is situated at NO.12/2A, THATTAPARAI ROAD, PUTHIAMPUTHUR-628402 TAMILNADU. 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 TMBL0000013 is used.
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 Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited's PUTHIAMPUTHUR branch came to be assigned the code TMBL0000013.
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 TMBL0000013, money simply cannot be routed to the PUTHIAMPUTHUR branch electronically.
How to transfer money using IFSC TMBL0000013
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 TMBL0000013 across all three.
How to use IFSC TMBL0000013 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited's PUTHIAMPUTHUR 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 TMBL0000013.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited and the branch as PUTHIAMPUTHUR.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC TMBL0000013
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 Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited – PUTHIAMPUTHUR, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC TMBL0000013 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited – PUTHIAMPUTHUR, use IMPS. With IFSC TMBL0000013 and the beneficiary's account number you can move up to ₹5 lakh per transaction with instant credit, any day of the year.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC TMBL0000013 for Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited – PUTHIAMPUTHUR, 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.
| Parameter | NEFT | RTGS | IMPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum amount | ₹1 | ₹2,00,000 | ₹1 |
| Maximum amount | No RBI cap | No RBI cap | ₹5,00,000 |
| Settlement | Half-hourly batches | Real-time | Real-time |
| Availability | 24x7 | 24x7 | 24x7 |
| Best for | Routine transfers | High-value transfers | Urgent small / mid transfers |
| IFSC required | Yes – TMBL0000013 | Yes – TMBL0000013 | Yes – TMBL0000013 |
For most retail customers crediting the Puthiamputhur 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 TMBL0000013
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 Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited – PUTHIAMPUTHUR is still mapped to IFSC TMBL0000013. 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 TMBL0000013 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Account types you can open at the Puthiamputhur branch
Once you have an account at Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited – PUTHIAMPUTHUR, the IFSC TMBL0000013 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 Puthiamputhur branch can access most of Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited'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 TMBL0000013
MICR code & cheque clearing
Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC TMBL0000013 and the account number together uniquely identify the Puthiamputhur 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 Puthiamputhur 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 TMBL0000013 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.
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 Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited – PUTHIAMPUTHUR:
- The IFSC is exactly TMBL0000013 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited as the bank name and PUTHIAMPUTHUR 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.
How to reach the Puthiamputhur branch
The branch is located at NO.12/2A, THATTAPARAI ROAD, PUTHIAMPUTHUR-628402 TAMILNADU, which puts it inside Puthiamputhur, the broader Thoothkudi district, and the state of Tamil Nadu. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited Puthiamputhur branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC TMBL0000013 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 461-2261222 before stepping out, especially around public holidays.
- 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 TMBL0000013 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC TMBL0000013 for Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited – PUTHIAMPUTHUR, 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 Puthiamputhur 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 TMBL0000013 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Tamilnad Mercantile Bank LimitedPuthiamputhur Branch
NO.12/2A, THATTAPARAI ROAD, PUTHIAMPUTHUR-628402 TAMILNADU
Puthiamputhur, Tamil Nadu
Phone: 461-2261222
IFSC: TMBL0000013
Frequently asked questions
What is the phone number of Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited Puthiamputhur branch?
You can reach the branch at 461-2261222 during regular banking hours.
Where is Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited Puthiamputhur branch located?
Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited's Puthiamputhur branch is located at NO.12/2A, THATTAPARAI ROAD, PUTHIAMPUTHUR-628402 TAMILNADU, Puthiamputhur, Tamil Nadu.
Does Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited Puthiamputhur branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 461-2261222 to confirm.
Is IFSC TMBL0000013 the same for all accounts at Puthiamputhur branch?
Yes. The IFSC TMBL0000013 is shared by every account held at Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited's Puthiamputhur branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
What is the IFSC code of Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited Puthiamputhur branch?
The IFSC code of Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited, Puthiamputhur branch is TMBL0000013. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Can I use IFSC TMBL0000013 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC TMBL0000013 to send funds instantly.
How do I add Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited Puthiamputhur as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC TMBL0000013, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Is IFSC TMBL0000013 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC TMBL0000013 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Final notes
To recap: TMBL0000013 is the IFSC code of Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited, PUTHIAMPUTHUR branch, in PUTHIAMPUTHUR, 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.


