Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to UCO Bank's CUMBUM branch in CUMBUM, TAMIL NADU. The branch's IFSC code UCBA0002524 is the key identifier you need whenever a remitter, employer or biller asks for a bank routing number to send funds to an account held at this branch. We have also included the branch's postal address, telephone number, banking hours, common services, and an extensive FAQ block that should answer almost every question that comes up when you are about to add this branch as a beneficiary in your net-banking app for the first time.
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, UCBA0002524 is the IFSC of UCO Bank's CUMBUM branch. The format is fixed: UCBA = bank code, 0 = reserved, 002524 = branch identifier.
About the bank
UCO Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Cumbum branch in Cumbum, Tamil Nadu is part of this network and uses the IFSC code UCBA0002524 for all electronic settlement.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | UCO Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Cumbum |
| IFSC Code | UCBA0002524 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | 53 22,FIRST FLOOR THIAGI VENKATACHALAM STREET CUMBUM ,THENI ,TAMIL NADU PIN 625516 |
| City | Cumbum |
| District | Theni |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| STD Code | 4546 |
| Phone | 275600 |
About the Cumbum branch
The Cumbum branch of UCO Bank is situated at 53 22,FIRST FLOOR THIAGI VENKATACHALAM STREET CUMBUM ,THENI ,TAMIL NADU PIN 625516. 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 UCBA0002524 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 UCO Bank's CUMBUM branch came to be assigned the code UCBA0002524.
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 UCBA0002524, money simply cannot be routed to the CUMBUM branch electronically.
Account types you can open at the Cumbum branch
Once you have an account at UCO Bank – CUMBUM, the IFSC UCBA0002524 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 Cumbum branch can access most of UCO 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 UCBA0002524
How to transfer money using IFSC UCBA0002524
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 UCBA0002524 across all three.
How to use IFSC UCBA0002524 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to UCO Bank's CUMBUM 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 UCBA0002524.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as UCO Bank and the branch as CUMBUM.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC UCBA0002524
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 UCO Bank – CUMBUM, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC UCBA0002524 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to UCO Bank – CUMBUM, use IMPS. With IFSC UCBA0002524 and the beneficiary's account number you can move up to ₹5 lakh per transaction with instant credit, any day of the year.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Cumbum
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 UCBA0002524:
- 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 CUMBUM is still linked to IFSC UCBA0002524.
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.
UPI payments and IFSC UCBA0002524
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 UCO Bank – CUMBUM is still mapped to IFSC UCBA0002524. 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 UCBA0002524 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Cumbum 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 UCBA0002524 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 code & cheque clearing
Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by UCO Bank carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC UCBA0002524 and the account number together uniquely identify the Cumbum branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC UCBA0002524
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 UCO Bank – CUMBUM, 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:
UCBA0002524. - 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.
Reaching the branch
The Cumbum branch sits at 53 22,FIRST FLOOR THIAGI VENKATACHALAM STREET CUMBUM ,THENI ,TAMIL NADU PIN 625516. If you are travelling from outside Cumbum, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 4546-275600 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 UCBA0002524 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC UCBA0002524 for UCO Bank – CUMBUM, 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 Cumbum branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC UCBA0002524, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
UCO BankCumbum Branch
53 22,FIRST FLOOR THIAGI VENKATACHALAM STREET CUMBUM ,THENI ,TAMIL NADU PIN 625516
Cumbum, Tamil Nadu
Phone: 4546-275600
IFSC: UCBA0002524
Frequently asked questions
Can I use IFSC UCBA0002524 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC UCBA0002524 to send funds instantly.
How do I add UCO Bank Cumbum as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC UCBA0002524, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Where is UCO Bank Cumbum branch located?
UCO Bank's Cumbum branch is located at 53 22,FIRST FLOOR THIAGI VENKATACHALAM STREET CUMBUM ,THENI ,TAMIL NADU PIN 625516, Cumbum, Tamil Nadu.
Is IFSC UCBA0002524 the same for all accounts at Cumbum branch?
Yes. The IFSC UCBA0002524 is shared by every account held at UCO Bank's Cumbum branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
What is the phone number of UCO Bank Cumbum branch?
You can reach the branch at 4546-275600 during regular banking hours.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using UCBA0002524 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to UCO Bank – Cumbum reflect within 30 minutes.
Final notes
To recap: UCBA0002524 is the IFSC code of UCO Bank, CUMBUM branch, in CUMBUM, 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.


