Key Points:
- Dates of Disruption: HDFC Bank’s services will face temporary closures on December 14 and 15, 2024, due to scheduled maintenance activities.
- Affected Services: Credit card transactions, net banking, mobile banking, UPI, RTGS, NEFT, IMPS, demat transactions, and mutual fund services will be unavailable for specific time slots.
- Advance Planning Advised: The bank has urged customers to plan transactions in advance to avoid inconvenience.
- ICICI Bank Maintenance: ICICI Bank will also conduct maintenance during the same period, affecting RTGS transactions.
New Delhi: HDFC Bank has announced a temporary suspension of several banking services on December 14 and 15, 2024, as part of its maintenance schedule. Customers are advised to plan their banking needs in advance to avoid disruptions.
Service Downtime Details
According to the bank’s official website, the following services will be affected:
- Credit Card Transactions: Will be unavailable on December 14 from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM.
- Net Banking and Mobile Banking: Services like RTGS, NEFT, IMPS, UPI, and fund transfers will be inaccessible from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM on December 14.
- Demat Transactions: Scheduled to remain offline from 5:00 AM to 7:00 AM on December 14.
- Offer Tab on Net Banking: Unavailable from 10:00 PM on December 14 to 12:00 noon on December 15.
- Mutual Fund Transactions: Inaccessible between 1:00 AM and 5:00 AM on December 15.
ICICI Bank Services to Be Affected Too
ICICI Bank has also informed its customers of scheduled maintenance during the same period. RTGS services will be temporarily unavailable from 11:55 PM on December 14 to 6:00 AM on December 15.
Bank’s Advisory to Customers
HDFC Bank has encouraged its customers to plan their financial transactions ahead of the maintenance period to avoid inconvenience. Activities such as fund transfers, bill payments, and mutual fund investments should be completed beforehand to ensure seamless banking.
What Should Customers Do?
- Plan Ahead: Complete essential transactions before the downtime.
- Stay Updated: Keep an eye on official bank notifications for any changes to the schedule.
- Use Alternatives: Explore alternate modes of payment, such as debit cards or cash, during service interruptions.
This maintenance activity, aimed at enhancing system efficiency, highlights the importance of preparedness for customers relying on digital banking services.
