Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to UCO Bank's TIRUPATI branch in TIRUPATHI, ANDHRA PRADESH. The branch's IFSC code UCBA0001042 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 – TIRUPATI is UCBA0001042. The first four letters UCBA are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 001042 map to this branch in TIRUPATHI, ANDHRA PRADESH.
About the bank
UCO Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Tirupati branch in Tirupathi, Andhra Pradesh is part of this network and uses the IFSC code UCBA0001042 for all electronic settlement.
Tirupati branch overview
Located at 132,T.P.AREA,OPP.VENKATESWARA BUS ST,TIRUPATI ,TIRUPATI ,ANDHRA PRADESH PIN 517501, the Tirupati branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC UCBA0001042 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | UCO Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Tirupati |
| IFSC Code | UCBA0001042 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | 132,T.P.AREA,OPP.VENKATESWARA BUS ST,TIRUPATI ,TIRUPATI ,ANDHRA PRADESH PIN 517501 |
| City | Tirupathi |
| District | Tirupathi |
| State | Andhra Pradesh |
| STD Code | 877 |
| Phone | 2225703 |
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 TIRUPATI of UCO Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code UCBA0001042 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 UCBA0001042 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Tirupati branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC UCBA0001042 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.
How to transfer money using IFSC UCBA0001042
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 UCBA0001042 across all three.
NEFT to UCO Bank, TIRUPATI using IFSC UCBA0001042
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 UCBA0001042, and confirm that the system picks up UCO Bank – TIRUPATI. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to TIRUPATI
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at UCO Bank's TIRUPATI branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC UCBA0001042 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to UCO Bank – TIRUPATI, use IMPS. With IFSC UCBA0001042 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 Tirupati
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 UCBA0001042:
- 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 TIRUPATI is still linked to IFSC UCBA0001042.
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 UCO Bank's TIRUPATI branch, the IFSC UCBA0001042 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.
Account types you can open at the Tirupati branch
Once you have an account at UCO Bank – TIRUPATI, the IFSC UCBA0001042 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 Tirupati 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 UCBA0001042
Online banking and IFSC UCBA0001042
UCO Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the TIRUPATI 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 UCBA0001042 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.
How to reach the Tirupati branch
The branch is located at 132,T.P.AREA,OPP.VENKATESWARA BUS ST,TIRUPATI ,TIRUPATI ,ANDHRA PRADESH PIN 517501, which puts it inside Tirupathi, the broader Tirupathi district, and the state of Andhra Pradesh. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “UCO Bank Tirupati branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC UCBA0001042 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 877-2225703 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 UCBA0001042 and your account number.
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 – TIRUPATI:
- The IFSC is exactly UCBA0001042 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 TIRUPATI 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.
Working hours
Branch counters at Tirupati 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 UCBA0001042 continue to work without interruption.
Verifying IFSC UCBA0001042 from official sources
The IFSC listed on this page is sourced from the RBI's master list and validated against the bank's branch directory. To double-check before transferring large sums, you can also confirm UCBA0001042 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 877-2225703.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Branch address & contact
UCO BankTirupati Branch
132,T.P.AREA,OPP.VENKATESWARA BUS ST,TIRUPATI ,TIRUPATI ,ANDHRA PRADESH PIN 517501
Tirupathi, Andhra Pradesh
Phone: 877-2225703
IFSC: UCBA0001042
Frequently asked questions
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 Tirupati branch but serve different purposes.
Does UCO Bank Tirupati branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 877-2225703 to confirm.
Can I use IFSC UCBA0001042 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC UCBA0001042 to send funds instantly.
What is the IFSC code of UCO Bank Tirupati branch?
The IFSC code of UCO Bank, Tirupati branch is UCBA0001042. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using UCBA0001042 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to UCO Bank – Tirupati reflect within 30 minutes.
Is IFSC UCBA0001042 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC UCBA0001042 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
How do I add UCO Bank Tirupati as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC UCBA0001042, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Is IFSC UCBA0001042 the same for all accounts at Tirupati branch?
Yes. The IFSC UCBA0001042 is shared by every account held at UCO Bank's Tirupati branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Summary
The IFSC code UCBA0001042 belongs to UCO Bank's TIRUPATI branch, located at 132,T.P.AREA,OPP.VENKATESWARA BUS ST,TIRUPATI ,TIRUPATI ,ANDHRA PRADESH PIN … in TIRUPATHI, ANDHRA PRADESH. 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.


