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Should I use IMPS or NEFT?

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Rachel Hickman

Published Feb 22, 2026

Should I use IMPS or NEFT?

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) Using IMPS, you can transfer comparatively lower amounts, up to Rs. 2 lakhs, instantly. So, you can think of IMPS as the fund transfer mode that has the best features of both RTGS and NEFT. You can transfer amounts as low as you want, any time you want, with instant results.

Is NEFT free in Axis Bank?

The NEFT service is provided to all the customers. And there are no charges for NEFT transactions initiated online via Axis Bank’s internet banking or mobile banking.

Is imps free in Axis Bank?

The money is credited to the beneficiary immediately. Axis Bank IMPS fund transfer is available 24/7. Customers can transfer funds even on bank and public holidays and on Sundays. IMPS fund transfer is completely free.

What is IMPS transfer charges in Axis Bank?

What are Axis Bank IMPS Charges?

Transaction AmountAxis IMPS Charges (Per transaction)
Up to Rs.1000Rs. 2.50
Above Rs.1000 to Rs.1 lakhRs. 5
Above Rs.1 lakh to Rs.2 lakhRs.15

What is IMPS IFSC?

The full form of IMPS is an Immediate Payment Service. IMPS through a bank account using IFSC Code- Like Bank of Baroda IFSC code or Allahabad Bank IFSC Code for payment to a Bank Baroda Account holder or Allahabad Bank Account holder. Through SMS. Through a registered mobile number and MMID. And even via ATMs.

What are the charges for NEFT in Axis Bank?

Axis Bank Bank NEFT Fees and Charges

Transaction amountTransaction fee
Up to Rs.10,000Rs.2.50
Above Rs.10,000 to Rs.1 lakhRs.5
Above Rs.1 lakh to Rs.2 lakhRs.15
Above Rs.2 lakhRs.25

What is standard NEFT in Axis?

Axis Bank NEFT or National Electronic Funds Transfer is the inter-banking facility maintained under RBI to transfer funds within the country. It is based on Deferred Net settlement which means the amount is credited in hourly batches along with the other payments for all the requests received in 30 minutes.

What is standard NEFT in Axis Bank?

What is the limit for NEFT in Axis Bank?

Snapshot of Axis Bank NEFT RTGS IMPS Services

Type of TransferNEFT
Maximum Transfer ValueNo Limit
Minimum Transfer ValueNo Limit
ChargesUp to Rs.10,000 – Rs.2.50 Above Rs.10,000 to Rs.1 lakh – Rs.5 Above Rs.1 lakh to Rs.2 lakhs – Rs.15 Above Rs.2 lakhs – Rs.25
Timing24×7, 365 Days

Can I transfer 20 lakhs through NEFT?

“A retail customer can transfer up to a maximum of ₹20 lakh in a day using both mobile and internet banking channels such as RTGS, NEFT, IMPS and UPI. Customers can always use the branch channel for transferring money beyond this limit.