IMPS (Immediate Payment Service)

byPaytm Editorial TeamLast Updated: November 14, 2025

Definition

IMPS stands for Immediate Payment Service. It is a real-time electronic funds transfer system that allows instant money transfer between bank accounts, available 24×7.

Features

You can send or receive money instantly using a mobile number, account number, or IFSC code.

Example

If you transfer ₹5,000 using IMPS, the amount is credited instantly to the receiver’s account.

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