Karnataka Bank Ltd Mangaluru-Currency Chest IFSC Code — KARB0000242
Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka • PIN 575003
IFSC
KARB0000242
MICR
—
Branch code
000242
PIN
575003
The IFSC code for Karnataka Bank Ltd, Mangaluru-Currency Chest branch in Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka is KARB0000242. Use this code as the beneficiary IFSC when sending money to any account held at this branch via NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, or NACH. The MICR code is not listed in the public RBI dataset for this branch . The branch is located at DOOR NO 12-1-117/1, GROUND FLOOR, KARNATAKA BANK BUILDING, ASRP ROAD, DONGERKERY, MANGALURU-.
Transfer rails supported at this branch
| Rail | Settlement | Limit | Use IFSC? |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEFT | 30-min batches, 24×7 | None | KARB0000242 |
| RTGS | Real-time | ≥ ₹2 lakh | KARB0000242 |
| IMPS | Instant, 24×7 | ₹5 lakh/txn | KARB0000242 |
| NACH | 2-3 business days | Mandate-based | KARB0000242 + MICR |
| UPI | Instant | ₹1 lakh/day | Not needed (handle-based) |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the IFSC code for Karnataka Bank Ltd, Mangaluru-Currency Chest?
The IFSC code for Karnataka Bank Ltd, Mangaluru-Currency Chest branch in Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka is KARB0000242. Use this 11-character code for NEFT, RTGS, and IMPS transfers to any account at this branch.
What is the MICR code for this branch?
MICR code for this branch is not listed in the public RBI dataset. Check your cheque book or call the branch on the bank customer care number to confirm.
Is this branch on NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, and UPI?
Yes. Karnataka Bank Ltd supports NEFT, RTGS, and IMPS at all branches including Mangaluru-Currency Chest. UPI works at the customer level (linked to your account), not the branch level.
Where is Karnataka Bank Ltd, Mangaluru-Currency Chest located?
Karnataka Bank Ltd, Mangaluru-Currency Chest is located at: DOOR NO 12-1-117/1, GROUND FLOOR, KARNATAKA BANK BUILDING, ASRP ROAD, DONGERKERY, MANGALURU-. PIN code: 575003.
How do I transfer money to Karnataka Bank Ltd, Mangaluru-Currency Chest?
Open your bank's net banking or UPI app, choose NEFT/RTGS/IMPS as the transfer mode, enter the beneficiary account number, the IFSC code KARB0000242, and the recipient's name as on bank records. Funds typically settle within 30 minutes for NEFT/IMPS and instantly for RTGS (above ₹2 lakh).
What is the difference between NEFT, RTGS, and IMPS?
NEFT settles in 30-minute batches 24×7. RTGS is real-time but only for transfers ≥ ₹2 lakh. IMPS is instant, 24×7, with per-transaction limits varying by bank (typically ₹5 lakh). All three need the same IFSC code: KARB0000242.
Can I receive international wire transfers at this branch?
Only if the branch is also SWIFT-enabled. Karnataka Bank Ltd has a separate SWIFT code (BIC) used by its international correspondent banks. Confirm whether Mangaluru-Currency Chest accepts inbound USD/EUR/GBP wires before sharing the IFSC with an overseas sender.
How do I set up a NACH auto-debit mandate using this IFSC?
Provide the IFSC KARB0000242, MICR from your cheque, your account number, and a cancelled cheque image to the requesting party (SIP, EMI, insurance, or SaaS subscription). The mandate clears in 2-3 business days after submission.
Is the IFSC code the same as the branch code?
No. The last 6 characters of an IFSC (here: 000242) are the branch identifier within the bank, but the IFSC itself is the only code banks use for inter-bank transfers. The first 4 characters (KARB) identify Karnataka Bank Ltd.
What if the IFSC code on this page is wrong?
This data is sourced from the RBI public IFSC dataset, refreshed monthly. If you spot an error, report it via the feedback link in the site footer — we cross-check against the bank's net banking portal and update within 48 hours.
Source: RBI public IFSC dataset, last refreshed 2026-06-08. Always cross-check the IFSC on your bank's net banking portal or passbook before high-value transfers. HonestMoney.in is not affiliated with Karnataka Bank Ltd or the Reserve Bank of India.