Below are the complete branch details for Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited, PACHAMPALAYAM branch, located in PACHAMPALAYAM, TAMIL NADU. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is UJVN0001696. Whether you want to transfer money, add a beneficiary, verify a cheque or simply confirm the branch address, you will find authentic, up-to-date information on this page that has been cross-checked against the bank's branch directory and the RBI's master list of participants in the National Electronic Funds Transfer system.
The IFSC code is one of the most frequently asked-for pieces of information when somebody wants to send you money or set up a recurring credit such as a salary, EMI auto-debit or supplier payment. Knowing exactly which IFSC belongs to your branch — in this case UJVN0001696 for Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited – PACHAMPALAYAM — saves you from rejected transfers, returned credits and the back-and-forth that follows them.
An IFSC (Indian Financial System Code) is an 11-character alphanumeric code issued by the Reserve Bank of India. It uniquely identifies every bank branch that participates in the RBI's electronic fund-transfer systems – NEFT, RTGS and IMPS. The first four characters represent the bank, the fifth is always a zero (reserved for future use), and the last six characters identify the specific branch.
For Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited's PACHAMPALAYAM branch, the IFSC UJVN0001696 breaks down as follows: UJVN identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 001696 identifies this particular branch.
Bank profile
Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Pachampalayam branch — IFSC UJVN0001696 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Pachampalayam, Tamil Nadu.
About this branch
The branch is located at NO.8-96, PACHAMPALAYAM, PALLIPALAYAM PIRIVU,AMMAPETTAI MAIN ROAD,PACHAMPALAYAM POST, ANTHIYUR TALUK,ERODE,TAMIL NADU-638314. It serves the Pachampalayam region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited. The IFSC UJVN0001696 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited |
|---|---|
| Branch | Pachampalayam |
| IFSC Code | UJVN0001696 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | NO.8-96, PACHAMPALAYAM, PALLIPALAYAM PIRIVU,AMMAPETTAI MAIN ROAD,PACHAMPALAYAM POST, ANTHIYUR TALUK,ERODE,TAMIL NADU-638314 |
| City | Pachampalayam |
| District | Erode |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| STD Code | 80 |
| Phone | 40712166 |
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 Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited's PACHAMPALAYAM branch came to be assigned the code UJVN0001696.
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 UJVN0001696, money simply cannot be routed to the PACHAMPALAYAM branch electronically.
MICR code & cheque clearing
Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC UJVN0001696 and the account number together uniquely identify the Pachampalayam branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
How to transfer money using IFSC UJVN0001696
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 UJVN0001696 across all three.
How to use IFSC UJVN0001696 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited's PACHAMPALAYAM 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 UJVN0001696.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited and the branch as PACHAMPALAYAM.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC UJVN0001696
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 Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited – PACHAMPALAYAM, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC UJVN0001696 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
IMPS to Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited PACHAMPALAYAM (IFSC UJVN0001696)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC UJVN0001696 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the PACHAMPALAYAM branch account within seconds.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Pachampalayam
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 UJVN0001696:
- 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 PACHAMPALAYAM is still linked to IFSC UJVN0001696.
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 Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited's PACHAMPALAYAM branch, the IFSC UJVN0001696 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 Pachampalayam branch
Once you have an account at Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited – PACHAMPALAYAM, the IFSC UJVN0001696 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 Pachampalayam branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 80-40712166.
- 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 UJVN0001696
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Pachampalayam 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 UJVN0001696 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.
How to reach the Pachampalayam branch
The branch is located at NO.8-96, PACHAMPALAYAM, PALLIPALAYAM PIRIVU,AMMAPETTAI MAIN ROAD,PACHAMPALAYAM POST, ANTHIYUR TALUK,ERODE,TAMIL NADU-638314, which puts it inside Pachampalayam, the broader Erode district, and the state of Tamil Nadu. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited Pachampalayam branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC UJVN0001696 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 80-40712166 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 UJVN0001696 and your account number.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC UJVN0001696
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 Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited – PACHAMPALAYAM, 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:
UJVN0001696. - 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.
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 Pachampalayam branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC UJVN0001696, however, work 24x7.
Verifying IFSC UJVN0001696 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 UJVN0001696 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 80-40712166.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Branch address & contact
Ujjivan Small Finance Bank LimitedPachampalayam Branch
NO.8-96, PACHAMPALAYAM, PALLIPALAYAM PIRIVU,AMMAPETTAI MAIN ROAD,PACHAMPALAYAM POST, ANTHIYUR TALUK,ERODE,TAMIL NADU-638314
Pachampalayam, Tamil Nadu
Phone: 80-40712166
IFSC: UJVN0001696
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited Pachampalayam branch located?
Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited's Pachampalayam branch is located at NO.8-96, PACHAMPALAYAM, PALLIPALAYAM PIRIVU,AMMAPETTAI MAIN ROAD,PACHAMPALAYAM POST, ANTHIYUR TALUK,ERODE,TAMIL NADU-638314, Pachampalayam, Tamil Nadu.
Is IFSC UJVN0001696 the same for all accounts at Pachampalayam branch?
Yes. The IFSC UJVN0001696 is shared by every account held at Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited's Pachampalayam branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
How do I add Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited Pachampalayam as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC UJVN0001696, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Can I use IFSC UJVN0001696 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC UJVN0001696 to send funds instantly.
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 Pachampalayam branch but serve different purposes.
What is the IFSC code of Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited Pachampalayam branch?
The IFSC code of Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited, Pachampalayam branch is UJVN0001696. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Final notes
To recap: UJVN0001696 is the IFSC code of Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited, PACHAMPALAYAM branch, in PACHAMPALAYAM, 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.


