ICICI Bank Launches a Dedicated Branch for Startups in Bengaluru
By Dominic Sow · 3 September 2025
ICICI Bank today announced the launch of a branch in Bengaluru, aimed at catering to the distinct banking needs of startups through a comprehensive suite of digital and physical offerings. Located at 19th Main Road, Sector 3, HSR Layout, the branch is designed to serve as a one-stop destination for emerging businesses at various stages of the journey of startups.
The key services being offered at the branch for the founders and employees of startups include:
- Business banking: Current accounts (including GIFT City accounts), overdraft facilities, corporate credit cards, escrow services, foreign currency accounts, working capital loans including loans against Stand by Letter of Credit (SBLC) and Fixed Deposits, and Credit Guarantee Fund Trust for Micro and Small Enterprises (CGTMSE) scheme.
- Personal banking: Tailored offerings including family banking, 3-in-1 demat account, HUF account, home loan, loan against property, gold loan, personal loan, credit card, and investment options for startup employees and founders.
- Digital banking: Corporate Internet Banking (CIB), InstaBIZ app, Trade Online and Integrated Payment System to facilitate vendor and tax payments, e-collections, e-mandates, payment gateway and UPI solutions.
- API solutions: Access to over 250 APIs through the Bank’s Developer Portal for seamless integration across payments, collections, auto-reconciliation and more.
- Global services: Swift remittance services and support for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Overseas Direct Investment (ODI) transactions.
Companies in this story: ICICI Bank