This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Unity Small finance Bank Limited, TEYNAMPET branch in CHENNAI. The 11-digit IFSC UNBA0000345 uniquely identifies this branch in the RBI's centralised payments network and is required for every NEFT, RTGS or IMPS transaction routed to this branch. If you are paying somebody who banks with Unity Small finance Bank Limited at the TEYNAMPET location, this is the only IFSC you need.
We have organised this page into clearly labelled sections so you can jump straight to the part that interests you — the IFSC and MICR details, the full postal address, the contact phone number, a quick primer on NEFT, RTGS and IMPS, the typical product line-up at the branch, and a frequently asked questions section that addresses the queries people raise most often about this branch.
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 Unity Small finance Bank Limited – TEYNAMPET is UNBA0000345. The first four letters UNBA are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 000345 map to this branch in CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU.
About Unity Small finance Bank Limited
Unity Small finance Bank Limited operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Teynampet branch in Chennai. 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, UNBA0000345.
About this branch
The branch is located at GROUND FLOOR,SRINIVAS TOWER,NBR 5,2ND LANE,CENOTAPH ROAD,TEYNAMPET, CHENNAI-600018. It serves the Chennai region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of Unity Small finance Bank Limited. The IFSC UNBA0000345 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Unity Small finance Bank Limited |
|---|---|
| Branch | Teynampet |
| IFSC Code | UNBA0000345 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | GROUND FLOOR,SRINIVAS TOWER,NBR 5,2ND LANE,CENOTAPH ROAD,TEYNAMPET, CHENNAI-600018 |
| City | Chennai |
| District | Chennai |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| STD Code | 44 |
| Phone | 9563385968 |
Why every Unity Small finance Bank Limited 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 TEYNAMPET of Unity Small finance Bank Limited — its own 11-character IFSC. The code UNBA0000345 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 UNBA0000345 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
MICR code & cheque clearing
Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by Unity 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 UNBA0000345 and the account number together uniquely identify the Teynampet branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
How to transfer money using IFSC UNBA0000345
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 UNBA0000345 across all three.
NEFT to Unity Small finance Bank Limited, TEYNAMPET using IFSC UNBA0000345
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 UNBA0000345, and confirm that the system picks up Unity Small finance Bank Limited – TEYNAMPET. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC UNBA0000345
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 Unity Small finance Bank Limited – TEYNAMPET, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC UNBA0000345 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
IMPS to Unity Small finance Bank Limited TEYNAMPET (IFSC UNBA0000345)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC UNBA0000345 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the TEYNAMPET branch account within seconds.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Teynampet
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 UNBA0000345:
- 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 TEYNAMPET is still linked to IFSC UNBA0000345.
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 Unity Small finance Bank Limited's TEYNAMPET branch, the IFSC UNBA0000345 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 Teynampet branch
Once you have an account at Unity Small finance Bank Limited – TEYNAMPET, the IFSC UNBA0000345 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 Teynampet branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 44-9563385968.
- 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 UNBA0000345
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Teynampet 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 UNBA0000345 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.
Reaching the branch
The Teynampet branch sits at GROUND FLOOR,SRINIVAS TOWER,NBR 5,2ND LANE,CENOTAPH ROAD,TEYNAMPET, CHENNAI-600018. If you are travelling from outside Chennai, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 44-9563385968 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 UNBA0000345 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 Unity Small finance Bank Limited – TEYNAMPET:
- The IFSC is exactly UNBA0000345 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills Unity Small finance Bank Limited as the bank name and TEYNAMPET 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 Teynampet 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 UNBA0000345 continue to work without interruption.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC UNBA0000345 for Unity Small finance Bank Limited – TEYNAMPET, 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.
Branch address & contact
Unity Small finance Bank LimitedTeynampet Branch
GROUND FLOOR,SRINIVAS TOWER,NBR 5,2ND LANE,CENOTAPH ROAD,TEYNAMPET, CHENNAI-600018
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Phone: 44-9563385968
IFSC: UNBA0000345
Frequently asked questions
Does Unity Small finance Bank Limited Teynampet branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 44-9563385968 to confirm.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using UNBA0000345 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Unity Small finance Bank Limited – Teynampet reflect within 30 minutes.
What is the IFSC code of Unity Small finance Bank Limited Teynampet branch?
The IFSC code of Unity Small finance Bank Limited, Teynampet branch is UNBA0000345. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Is IFSC UNBA0000345 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC UNBA0000345 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Is IFSC UNBA0000345 the same for all accounts at Teynampet branch?
Yes. The IFSC UNBA0000345 is shared by every account held at Unity Small finance Bank Limited's Teynampet branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
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 Teynampet branch but serve different purposes.
How do I add Unity Small finance Bank Limited Teynampet as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC UNBA0000345, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Final notes
To recap: UNBA0000345 is the IFSC code of Unity Small finance Bank Limited, TEYNAMPET branch, in CHENNAI, 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.


