Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to UCO Bank's CHAMARAJNAGAR branch in KOLLEGAL, KARNATAKA. The branch's IFSC code UCBA0003100 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 – CHAMARAJNAGAR is UCBA0003100. The first four letters UCBA are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 003100 map to this branch in KOLLEGAL, KARNATAKA.
Bank profile
UCO Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Chamarajnagar branch — IFSC UCBA0003100 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Kollegal, Karnataka.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | UCO Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Chamarajnagar |
| IFSC Code | UCBA0003100 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | MPS COMPLEX CAR STREET ,CHAMARAJANAGAR ,KARNATAKA PIN 571313 |
| City | Kollegal |
| District | Chamarajanagar |
| State | Karnataka |
| STD Code | 80 |
| Phone | 226170 |
About this branch
The branch is located at MPS COMPLEX CAR STREET ,CHAMARAJANAGAR ,KARNATAKA PIN 571313. It serves the Kollegal region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of UCO Bank. The IFSC UCBA0003100 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
Why every UCO 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 CHAMARAJNAGAR of UCO Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code UCBA0003100 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 UCBA0003100 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
Account types you can open at the Chamarajnagar branch
Once you have an account at UCO Bank – CHAMARAJNAGAR, the IFSC UCBA0003100 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.
Banking services available
The Chamarajnagar branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 80-226170.
- 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 UCBA0003100
How to transfer money using IFSC UCBA0003100
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 UCBA0003100 across all three.
NEFT to UCO Bank, CHAMARAJNAGAR using IFSC UCBA0003100
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 UCBA0003100, and confirm that the system picks up UCO Bank – CHAMARAJNAGAR. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to CHAMARAJNAGAR
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at UCO Bank's CHAMARAJNAGAR branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC UCBA0003100 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to UCO Bank CHAMARAJNAGAR (IFSC UCBA0003100)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC UCBA0003100 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the CHAMARAJNAGAR branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC UCBA0003100 for UCO Bank – CHAMARAJNAGAR, 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 – UCBA0003100 | Yes – UCBA0003100 | Yes – UCBA0003100 |
For most retail customers crediting the Chamarajnagar 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 UCBA0003100
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 – CHAMARAJNAGAR is still mapped to IFSC UCBA0003100. 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 UCBA0003100 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 Chamarajnagar 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 UCBA0003100 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 UCBA0003100 and the account number together uniquely identify the Chamarajnagar 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 UCBA0003100
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 – CHAMARAJNAGAR, 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:
UCBA0003100. - 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 Chamarajnagar branch sits at MPS COMPLEX CAR STREET ,CHAMARAJANAGAR ,KARNATAKA PIN 571313. If you are travelling from outside Kollegal, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 80-226170 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 UCBA0003100 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC UCBA0003100 for UCO Bank – CHAMARAJNAGAR, 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 Chamarajnagar 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 UCBA0003100 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
UCO BankChamarajnagar Branch
MPS COMPLEX CAR STREET ,CHAMARAJANAGAR ,KARNATAKA PIN 571313
Kollegal, Karnataka
Phone: 80-226170
IFSC: UCBA0003100
Frequently asked questions
How do I add UCO Bank Chamarajnagar as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC UCBA0003100, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
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 Chamarajnagar branch but serve different purposes.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using UCBA0003100 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to UCO Bank – Chamarajnagar reflect within 30 minutes.
Is IFSC UCBA0003100 the same for all accounts at Chamarajnagar branch?
Yes. The IFSC UCBA0003100 is shared by every account held at UCO Bank's Chamarajnagar branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Is IFSC UCBA0003100 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC UCBA0003100 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
What is the IFSC code of UCO Bank Chamarajnagar branch?
The IFSC code of UCO Bank, Chamarajnagar branch is UCBA0003100. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Where is UCO Bank Chamarajnagar branch located?
UCO Bank's Chamarajnagar branch is located at MPS COMPLEX CAR STREET ,CHAMARAJANAGAR ,KARNATAKA PIN 571313, Kollegal, Karnataka.
Does UCO Bank Chamarajnagar branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 80-226170 to confirm.
Final notes
To recap: UCBA0003100 is the IFSC code of UCO Bank, CHAMARAJNAGAR branch, in KOLLEGAL, KARNATAKA. 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.


