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Direct Deposit Instructions (One Account)

Direct Deposit is the fastest and most convenient way to receive your paycheck. It eliminates lost or stolen checks as well as trips to pick up and deposit checks. To get started, all you need is your ULID, password, and bank account information. Bank account information can be found on a check or obtained from your bank. Do not use a deposit slip or debit card number.

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ACCESSING PEOPLESOFT SELF-SERVICE

Employees who desire to update their direct deposit via Employee Self Service must be on an Illinois State Network, or using Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). For assistance with MFA, contact the Technology Support Center at (309) 438-4357 or SupportCenter@IllinoisState.edu

Go to MyIllinoisState. Sign in using your ULID and password. Select the Pay & Benefits tab followed by the iPeople button. Next, select the Direct Deposit tile.

ACCESSING DIRECT DEPOSIT INFORMATION

Direct deposit add or edit changes are allowed if done within the same calendar date of the initial deposit add or change. Direct Deposit reorder and delete changes cannot be completed on the same calendar day once add or edit have occurred. If you attempt to make additional changes after the initial entry date, you will receive a message on the Direct Deposit page stating the deposit changes are not allowed. 

SETTING UP DIRECT DEPOSIT

1. Add Account and complete the requested fields:

Screenshot of Direct Deposit portal

Nickname

Assign a description to name your account.

Routing Number

This number is the nine-digit number in the bottom left corner of your check. A routing number NEVER begins with "5". DO NOT copy the numbers from a deposit slip. These usually are not valid. After entering the routing number, tab to the next field and your bank name should populate. Verify the bank name is correct.

*If you are not sure what the routing number is, contact your bank.

Account Number and Retype Account Number

Series of numbers found at the bottom of your check following the routing number. Do not enter your debit card number - this is not your account number.

*If you are not sure what the account number is, contact your bank.

Check example

Account Type - SELECT ONE

  • Checking - I want my funds deposited to my checking account.
  • Savings - I want my funds deposited to my savings account.

*If you are not sure which one to choose, contact your bank.

Deposit Type

Remaining Balance - I want my entire net pay deposited to this account.
*If you would like to deposit to multiple accounts, select the plus sign and add additional rows for each account.

Amount/Percent

Used only if depositing into multiple accounts and deposit type of Amount or Percent is used.

Example of Direct Deposit to One Account:

Routing Example

2. Review your bank & account information to ensure it is accurate.

3. Select "Save."

 

You will receive an email shortly after saving your information. 

Allow at least one pay period for your changes to reflect on your paycheck. A check will be issued for any payment processed before your changes are reflected.  

If you need assistance or have any questions, contact the Illinois State University Payroll Office at (309) 438-7677 or Payroll@ilstu.edu.