If you are searching for the IFSC code of Union Bank of India, GANAPATIPALAYAM branch in GANAPATHIPALAYAM, TAMIL NADU, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is UBIN0918563. You can use it for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers, online banking add-payee actions, UPI mandates and any other electronic payment request that asks for an Indian Financial System Code. The information on this page is curated specifically for customers, remitters, employers and businesses who need to credit funds to an account maintained at this branch, and it is structured so you can find what you need within a few seconds of landing here.
You will see the complete branch address, the area STD code and phone number, the city and state, the day-to-day banking services that are typically offered at the GANAPATIPALAYAM branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC UBIN0918563 across NEFT, RTGS and IMPS rails. A frequently-asked-questions section at the end answers the most common queries we receive about this particular branch.
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 Union Bank of India's GANAPATIPALAYAM branch, the IFSC UBIN0918563 breaks down as follows: UBIN identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 918563 identifies this particular branch.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Union Bank of India |
|---|---|
| Branch | Ganapatipalayam |
| IFSC Code | UBIN0918563 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | GMRARCADE,NO479, KAVERY ROAD,GANAPATIPALAYAM POST, ERODE DIST638153,TAMILNADU |
| City | Ganapathipalayam |
| District | Erode |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| STD Code | 424 |
| Phone | 2351179 |
About the bank
Union Bank of India serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Ganapatipalayam branch in Ganapathipalayam, Tamil Nadu is part of this network and uses the IFSC code UBIN0918563 for all electronic settlement.
About this branch
The branch is located at GMRARCADE,NO479, KAVERY ROAD,GANAPATIPALAYAM POST, ERODE DIST638153,TAMILNADU. It serves the Ganapathipalayam region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of Union Bank of India. The IFSC UBIN0918563 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
Why every Union Bank of India 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 GANAPATIPALAYAM of Union Bank of India — its own 11-character IFSC. The code UBIN0918563 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 UBIN0918563 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
How to transfer money using IFSC UBIN0918563
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 UBIN0918563 across all three.
How to use IFSC UBIN0918563 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Union Bank of India's GANAPATIPALAYAM 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 UBIN0918563.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Union Bank of India and the branch as GANAPATIPALAYAM.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to GANAPATIPALAYAM
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Union Bank of India's GANAPATIPALAYAM branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC UBIN0918563 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Union Bank of India – GANAPATIPALAYAM, use IMPS. With IFSC UBIN0918563 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 Ganapatipalayam
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 UBIN0918563:
- 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 GANAPATIPALAYAM is still linked to IFSC UBIN0918563.
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 UBIN0918563
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 Union Bank of India – GANAPATIPALAYAM is still mapped to IFSC UBIN0918563. 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 UBIN0918563 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Ganapatipalayam branch is mapped to IFSC UBIN0918563 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of Union Bank of India, including:
- Resident savings accounts and salary accounts
- Current accounts for businesses and professionals
- Fixed deposits, recurring deposits and tax-saver deposits
- Demand drafts, banker's cheques and pay orders
- Retail loans — personal, vehicle, education, gold and home
- Credit cards and overdraft facilities (subject to eligibility)
- Third-party investment products such as mutual funds and insurance (through tie-ups)
Whichever product you choose, the IFSC for incoming credits remains UBIN0918563.
Banking services available
The Ganapatipalayam branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 424-2351179.
- 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 UBIN0918563
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Ganapatipalayam branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC UBIN0918563 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.
Online banking and IFSC UBIN0918563
Union Bank of India customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the GANAPATIPALAYAM 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 UBIN0918563 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.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC UBIN0918563
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 Union Bank of India – GANAPATIPALAYAM, 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:
UBIN0918563. - 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 Ganapatipalayam branch sits at GMRARCADE,NO479, KAVERY ROAD,GANAPATIPALAYAM POST, ERODE DIST638153,TAMILNADU. If you are travelling from outside Ganapathipalayam, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 424-2351179 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 UBIN0918563 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC UBIN0918563 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 UBIN0918563 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 424-2351179.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
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 Ganapatipalayam branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC UBIN0918563, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
Union Bank of IndiaGanapatipalayam Branch
GMRARCADE,NO479, KAVERY ROAD,GANAPATIPALAYAM POST, ERODE DIST638153,TAMILNADU
Ganapathipalayam, Tamil Nadu
Phone: 424-2351179
IFSC: UBIN0918563
Frequently asked questions
Can I use IFSC UBIN0918563 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC UBIN0918563 to send funds instantly.
What is the phone number of Union Bank of India Ganapatipalayam branch?
You can reach the branch at 424-2351179 during regular banking hours.
Where is Union Bank of India Ganapatipalayam branch located?
Union Bank of India's Ganapatipalayam branch is located at GMRARCADE,NO479, KAVERY ROAD,GANAPATIPALAYAM POST, ERODE DIST638153,TAMILNADU, Ganapathipalayam, Tamil Nadu.
What is the IFSC code of Union Bank of India Ganapatipalayam branch?
The IFSC code of Union Bank of India, Ganapatipalayam branch is UBIN0918563. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
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 Ganapatipalayam branch but serve different purposes.
Does Union Bank of India Ganapatipalayam branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 424-2351179 to confirm.
Summary
The IFSC code UBIN0918563 belongs to Union Bank of India's GANAPATIPALAYAM branch, located at GMRARCADE,NO479, KAVERY ROAD,GANAPATIPALAYAM POST, ERODE DIST638153,TAMILNADU in GANAPATHIPALAYAM, TAMIL NADU. 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.


