Below are the complete branch details for Canara Bank, OLD SACHIVALAYA,AHMEDABAD branch, located in AHMEDABAD, GUJARAT. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is CNRB0000281. Whether you want to transfer money, add a beneficiary, verify a cheque or simply confirm the branch address, you will find authentic, up-to-date information on this page that has been cross-checked against the bank's branch directory and the RBI's master list of participants in the National Electronic Funds Transfer system.
The IFSC code is one of the most frequently asked-for pieces of information when somebody wants to send you money or set up a recurring credit such as a salary, EMI auto-debit or supplier payment. Knowing exactly which IFSC belongs to your branch — in this case CNRB0000281 for Canara Bank – OLD SACHIVALAYA,AHMEDABAD — saves you from rejected transfers, returned credits and the back-and-forth that follows them.
IFSC stands for Indian Financial System Code. It is an 11-character code that pinpoints a particular bank branch on the RBI's real-time payment rails. Every NEFT, RTGS or IMPS instruction must carry the destination branch's IFSC for the credit to land in the correct account.
In our case, CNRB0000281 is the IFSC of Canara Bank's OLD SACHIVALAYA,AHMEDABAD branch. The format is fixed: CNRB = bank code, 0 = reserved, 000281 = branch identifier.
About the bank
Canara Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Old Sachivalaya,Ahmedabad branch in Ahmedabad, Gujarat is part of this network and uses the IFSC code CNRB0000281 for all electronic settlement.
About the Old Sachivalaya,Ahmedabad branch
The Old Sachivalaya,Ahmedabad branch of Canara Bank is situated at AZAD SOCIETY, P.O.,, OLD SACHIVALAYA,, AHMEDABAD 380015. Customers visiting this branch can complete cash deposits, withdrawals, demand draft requests, cheque clearing, passbook updates and KYC formalities. For online transactions to or from this branch, the IFSC code CNRB0000281 is used.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Old Sachivalaya,Ahmedabad |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0000281 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | AZAD SOCIETY, P.O.,, OLD SACHIVALAYA,, AHMEDABAD 380015 |
| City | Ahmedabad |
| District | Ahmadabad |
| State | Gujarat |
| STD Code | 79 |
| Phone | 26730312 |
The role of IFSC in India's payments network
India's electronic payment infrastructure — NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, UPI and the National Automated Clearing House (NACH) — is built on a single principle: every participating bank branch must be uniquely identifiable by an alphanumeric code. The Reserve Bank of India introduced the IFSC system to fulfil this requirement, and that is how Canara Bank's OLD SACHIVALAYA,AHMEDABAD branch came to be assigned the code CNRB0000281.
Whether you are receiving a salary on the first of the month, paying a vendor invoice, settling an EMI, or accepting a refund from an e-commerce platform, the IFSC is the silent piece of metadata that tells the network where your account lives. Without IFSC CNRB0000281, money simply cannot be routed to the OLD SACHIVALAYA,AHMEDABAD branch electronically.
MICR code & cheque clearing
Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by Canara Bank carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC CNRB0000281 and the account number together uniquely identify the Old Sachivalaya,Ahmedabad branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
How to transfer money using IFSC CNRB0000281
Online transfers in India are powered by three major channels — NEFT, RTGS and IMPS — and each one requires a destination IFSC. Below is a quick guide for using IFSC CNRB0000281 across all three.
How to use IFSC CNRB0000281 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Canara Bank's OLD SACHIVALAYA,AHMEDABAD branch. NEFT now settles on a 24x7 basis in half-hourly batches and has no upper limit for retail customers (individual banks may impose their own caps).
- Log in to your internet banking or mobile banking app.
- Choose Add Beneficiary and select NEFT / Other Bank.
- Enter the beneficiary name, account number and the IFSC CNRB0000281.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Canara Bank and the branch as OLD SACHIVALAYA,AHMEDABAD.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC CNRB0000281
RTGS (Real-Time Gross Settlement) is the fastest high-value transfer mechanism in India. It is meant for transfers of ₹2 lakh and above and settles each transaction individually and instantly. To remit through RTGS to Canara Bank – OLD SACHIVALAYA,AHMEDABAD, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC CNRB0000281 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
IMPS to Canara Bank OLD SACHIVALAYA,AHMEDABAD (IFSC CNRB0000281)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC CNRB0000281 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the OLD SACHIVALAYA,AHMEDABAD branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC CNRB0000281 for Canara Bank – OLD SACHIVALAYA,AHMEDABAD, but they differ in speed, minimum amount and use case. The table below summarises the differences so you can pick the right channel for the situation at hand.
| Parameter | NEFT | RTGS | IMPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum amount | ₹1 | ₹2,00,000 | ₹1 |
| Maximum amount | No RBI cap | No RBI cap | ₹5,00,000 |
| Settlement | Half-hourly batches | Real-time | Real-time |
| Availability | 24x7 | 24x7 | 24x7 |
| Best for | Routine transfers | High-value transfers | Urgent small / mid transfers |
| IFSC required | Yes – CNRB0000281 | Yes – CNRB0000281 | Yes – CNRB0000281 |
For most retail customers crediting the Old Sachivalaya,Ahmedabad branch, NEFT or IMPS will be the quickest and most economical option. RTGS comes in for one-off, high-value movements such as property purchases, vendor settlements or large gifts.
UPI payments and IFSC CNRB0000281
UPI (Unified Payments Interface) has become the default way for individuals to send money in India. While most UPI transactions are addressed using a Virtual Payment Address (VPA) like name@bank, the underlying account at Canara Bank – OLD SACHIVALAYA,AHMEDABAD is still mapped to IFSC CNRB0000281. When a customer links a savings or current account to a UPI app for the first time, the app silently looks up this IFSC against the account number to verify the account exists. The VPA acts as a friendly alias on top of the same plumbing.
If a UPI transfer to or from this branch fails, the most common reasons are an inactive UPI handle, a daily limit breach or a temporary outage at one of the participating banks — not the IFSC. You can always fall back to NEFT or IMPS using the IFSC CNRB0000281 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Old Sachivalaya,Ahmedabad branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0000281 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of Canara Bank, including:
- Resident savings accounts and salary accounts
- Current accounts for businesses and professionals
- Fixed deposits, recurring deposits and tax-saver deposits
- Demand drafts, banker's cheques and pay orders
- Retail loans — personal, vehicle, education, gold and home
- Credit cards and overdraft facilities (subject to eligibility)
- Third-party investment products such as mutual funds and insurance (through tie-ups)
Whichever product you choose, the IFSC for incoming credits remains CNRB0000281.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Old Sachivalaya,Ahmedabad branch can access most of Canara Bank's standard product suite, including:
- Account opening – savings, current, NRI, salary
- Term deposits and recurring deposits
- Retail and small-business loans
- Insurance and mutual-fund tie-ups
- Locker, safe deposit and ATM card services
- Online and mobile banking activation
- Electronic transfers via IFSC CNRB0000281
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Old Sachivalaya,Ahmedabad branch counter can now be completed digitally — adding a beneficiary, transferring funds, applying for a fixed deposit, raising a service request or downloading account statements. The IFSC CNRB0000281 is the link between the digital channel and the branch ledger; once a transaction is confirmed, the credit or debit is reflected in the same core banking system that the branch officers see.
How to reach the Old Sachivalaya,Ahmedabad branch
The branch is located at AZAD SOCIETY, P.O.,, OLD SACHIVALAYA,, AHMEDABAD 380015, which puts it inside Ahmedabad, the broader Ahmadabad district, and the state of Gujarat. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Canara Bank Old Sachivalaya,Ahmedabad branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC CNRB0000281 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 79-26730312 before stepping out, especially around public holidays.
- Carry photo ID and any account-related documents you may need for the transaction you plan to do.
Most banking work — passbook updates, fund transfers, statement downloads — can also be completed online without visiting the branch in person, as long as you know the IFSC CNRB0000281 and your account number.
Things to verify before sending money
Banking errors are usually small typos that snowball into delayed credits and customer-care follow-ups. Use this short checklist before you confirm any transfer to Canara Bank – OLD SACHIVALAYA,AHMEDABAD:
- The IFSC is exactly CNRB0000281 with no extra spaces.
- The beneficiary's account number matches what they shared, digit for digit.
- The portal auto-fills Canara Bank as the bank name and OLD SACHIVALAYA,AHMEDABAD as the branch.
- The amount and the purpose of payment are correct.
- You have a valid OTP-verifying mobile number on hand.
A 30-second review here saves hours of reconciliation later.
Working hours
Branch counters at Old Sachivalaya,Ahmedabad are usually open from 10 AM to 4 PM on weekdays. Saturdays follow the RBI's alternate-Saturday rule. Even when the branch is closed, NEFT, RTGS, IMPS and UPI transfers addressed to CNRB0000281 continue to work without interruption.
Verifying IFSC CNRB0000281 from official sources
The IFSC listed on this page is sourced from the RBI's master list and validated against the bank's branch directory. To double-check before transferring large sums, you can also confirm CNRB0000281 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 79-26730312.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Branch address & contact
Canara BankOld Sachivalaya,Ahmedabad Branch
AZAD SOCIETY, P.O.,, OLD SACHIVALAYA,, AHMEDABAD 380015
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Phone: 79-26730312
IFSC: CNRB0000281
Frequently asked questions
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using CNRB0000281 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Canara Bank – Old Sachivalaya,Ahmedabad reflect within 30 minutes.
Is IFSC CNRB0000281 the same for all accounts at Old Sachivalaya,Ahmedabad branch?
Yes. The IFSC CNRB0000281 is shared by every account held at Canara Bank's Old Sachivalaya,Ahmedabad branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
What is the difference between IFSC and MICR code?
IFSC is an 11-character alphanumeric code used for online transfers, while MICR is a 9-digit numeric code printed on cheques and used by cheque-clearing machines. Both identify the Old Sachivalaya,Ahmedabad branch but serve different purposes.
Where is Canara Bank Old Sachivalaya,Ahmedabad branch located?
Canara Bank's Old Sachivalaya,Ahmedabad branch is located at AZAD SOCIETY, P.O.,, OLD SACHIVALAYA,, AHMEDABAD 380015, Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
Can I use IFSC CNRB0000281 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC CNRB0000281 to send funds instantly.
Is IFSC CNRB0000281 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC CNRB0000281 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Summary
The IFSC code CNRB0000281 belongs to Canara Bank's OLD SACHIVALAYA,AHMEDABAD branch, located at AZAD SOCIETY, P.O.,, OLD SACHIVALAYA,, AHMEDABAD 380015 in AHMEDABAD, GUJARAT. Use this code along with the beneficiary's account number for any NEFT, RTGS or IMPS transfer to this branch. Bookmark this page for quick reference whenever you need the branch's banking details.
