CSBK0000153 — Catholic Syrian Bank, Pala
CSBK0000153 is the IFSC code of Catholic Syrian Bank, Pala branch, Kottayam, Kerala. MICR 686047302. NEFT yes, RTGS yes, IMPS yes.
| IFSC code | CSBK0000153 |
|---|---|
| Bank | Catholic Syrian Bank |
| Branch | Pala |
| Address | MATTATHIL BUILDINGS,OPP OLD PRIVATE BUS STAND,PALA,686575 |
| City | Kottayam |
| District | Palai |
| State | Kerala |
| MICR code | 686047302 |
| SWIFT code | — |
| Phone | +919072601153 |
| NEFT | Yes |
| RTGS | Yes |
| IMPS | Yes |
| UPI | Yes |
Source: Reserve Bank of India IFSC/MICR list, as compiled by the open-source Razorpay IFSC dataset (MIT licence), updated 08 Nov 2026. Always confirm the IFSC with your bank before sending money.
Other Catholic Syrian Bank branches in Kottayam
- Changanassery — CSBK0000014
- Chenappady — CSBK0000220
- Chirakkadavu — CSBK0000352
- Ettumanoor — CSBK0000154
- Kaduthuruthy — CSBK0000166
- Kalathipady — CSBK0000308
- Kanakkary — CSBK0000217
- Kanjirapally — CSBK0000249
- Karukachal — CSBK0000031
- Kollappally — CSBK0000040
- Koovapally — CSBK0000181
- Kottayam — CSBK0000043
How to read IFSC CSBK0000153
| Part | Meaning |
|---|---|
| CSBK | Bank code – Catholic Syrian Bank |
| 0 | Fifth character, always zero (kept for future use) |
| 000153 | Branch code – Pala, Kottayam |
The MICR code 686047302 is printed at the bottom of cheques from this branch: 686 is the city code, 047 the bank code and 302 the branch code. MICR is used only for cheque clearing; online transfers need the IFSC.
Sending money to Catholic Syrian Bank, Pala
Payments this branch can receive using IFSC CSBK0000153:
- NEFT – available 24×7, all days; RBI sets no minimum or maximum amount (your bank may set its own limit).
- RTGS – for ₹2 lakh and above, settled in real time, 24×7.
- IMPS – instant transfer 24×7, usually up to ₹5 lakh per transaction.
- UPI – accounts at this branch can be linked to UPI apps.
To pay someone here you need their account number, the account holder’s name and the IFSC CSBK0000153.
Questions about IFSC CSBK0000153
What is the IFSC code of Catholic Syrian Bank, Pala branch?
The IFSC code of Catholic Syrian Bank, Pala branch (Kottayam, Kerala) is CSBK0000153.
What is the MICR code of Catholic Syrian Bank, Pala?
The MICR code of this branch is 686047302.
Where is Catholic Syrian Bank, Pala branch located?
The branch address is MATTATHIL BUILDINGS,OPP OLD PRIVATE BUS STAND,PALA,686575 (Kerala).
Does CSBK0000153 support RTGS and NEFT?
NEFT: yes. RTGS: yes. IMPS: yes (as per the RBI list in our records).
Income tax refund not received?
A refund fails when the bank account on the income tax portal is not pre-validated or the IFSC has changed after a bank merger. We fix the account, raise a refund re-issue request and follow up — online, anywhere in India.