Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to UCO Bank's HOSUR branch in HOSUR, TAMIL NADU. The branch's IFSC code UCBA0003414 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.
The Indian Financial System Code, popularly known as IFSC, is an 11-digit alphanumeric code that the RBI assigns to every bank branch participating in online interbank settlement. Without this code, an electronic transfer simply cannot reach its destination branch.
The IFSC for UCO Bank – HOSUR is UCBA0003414. The first four letters UCBA are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 003414 map to this branch in HOSUR, TAMIL NADU.
About UCO Bank
UCO Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Hosur branch in Hosur. 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, UCBA0003414.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | UCO Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Hosur |
| IFSC Code | UCBA0003414 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | NO. 1 6 MMR STATION ,KRISHNAGIRI ,TAMIL NADU PIN 635109 |
| City | Hosur |
| District | Krishnagiri |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| STD Code | 91 |
| Phone | 9043180233 |
About the Hosur branch
The Hosur branch of UCO Bank is situated at NO. 1 6 MMR STATION ,KRISHNAGIRI ,TAMIL NADU PIN 635109. 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 UCBA0003414 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 HOSUR branch came to be assigned the code UCBA0003414.
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 UCBA0003414, money simply cannot be routed to the HOSUR branch electronically.
Account types you can open at the Hosur branch
Once you have an account at UCO Bank – HOSUR, the IFSC UCBA0003414 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 Hosur 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 UCBA0003414
How to transfer money using IFSC UCBA0003414
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 UCBA0003414 across all three.
How to use IFSC UCBA0003414 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to UCO Bank's HOSUR 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 UCBA0003414.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as UCO Bank and the branch as HOSUR.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC UCBA0003414
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 – HOSUR, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC UCBA0003414 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
IMPS to UCO Bank HOSUR (IFSC UCBA0003414)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC UCBA0003414 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the HOSUR branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC UCBA0003414 for UCO Bank – HOSUR, 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 – UCBA0003414 | Yes – UCBA0003414 | Yes – UCBA0003414 |
For most retail customers crediting the Hosur 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 UCBA0003414
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 – HOSUR is still mapped to IFSC UCBA0003414. 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 UCBA0003414 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Online banking and IFSC UCBA0003414
UCO Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the HOSUR 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 UCBA0003414 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.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Hosur branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC UCBA0003414 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.
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 UCO Bank – HOSUR:
- The IFSC is exactly UCBA0003414 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills UCO Bank as the bank name and HOSUR 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.
Reaching the branch
The Hosur branch sits at NO. 1 6 MMR STATION ,KRISHNAGIRI ,TAMIL NADU PIN 635109. If you are travelling from outside Hosur, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 91-9043180233 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 UCBA0003414 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC UCBA0003414 for UCO Bank – HOSUR, 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 Hosur 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 UCBA0003414 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
UCO BankHosur Branch
NO. 1 6 MMR STATION ,KRISHNAGIRI ,TAMIL NADU PIN 635109
Hosur, Tamil Nadu
Phone: 91-9043180233
IFSC: UCBA0003414
Frequently asked questions
What is the phone number of UCO Bank Hosur branch?
You can reach the branch at 91-9043180233 during regular banking hours.
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 Hosur branch but serve different purposes.
Does UCO Bank Hosur branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 91-9043180233 to confirm.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using UCBA0003414 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to UCO Bank – Hosur reflect within 30 minutes.
Can I use IFSC UCBA0003414 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC UCBA0003414 to send funds instantly.
Is IFSC UCBA0003414 the same for all accounts at Hosur branch?
Yes. The IFSC UCBA0003414 is shared by every account held at UCO Bank's Hosur branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
How do I add UCO Bank Hosur as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC UCBA0003414, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Is IFSC UCBA0003414 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC UCBA0003414 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Final notes
To recap: UCBA0003414 is the IFSC code of UCO Bank, HOSUR branch, in HOSUR, 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.


