Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Canara Bank's AKBARPUR branch in AKBARPUR, UTTAR PRADESH. The branch's IFSC code CNRB0018497 is the key identifier you need whenever a remitter, employer or biller asks for a bank routing number to send funds to an account held at this branch. We have also included the branch's postal address, telephone number, banking hours, common services, and an extensive FAQ block that should answer almost every question that comes up when you are about to add this branch as a beneficiary in your net-banking app for the first time.
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, CNRB0018497 is the IFSC of Canara Bank's AKBARPUR branch. The format is fixed: CNRB = bank code, 0 = reserved, 018497 = branch identifier.
About Canara Bank
Canara Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Akbarpur branch in Akbarpur. Each branch is enabled for NEFT, RTGS, IMPS and core banking, allowing customers to send and receive money anywhere in the country using a unique IFSC – in this case, CNRB0018497.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Akbarpur |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0018497 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | WARD NO 1 BRAHMA NAGAR PURANI TEHSIL ROAD AKBARPUR UTTAR PRADESH PIN 209101 |
| City | Akbarpur |
| District | Kanpur |
| State | Uttar Pradesh |
About the Akbarpur branch
The Akbarpur branch of Canara Bank is situated at WARD NO 1 BRAHMA NAGAR PURANI TEHSIL ROAD AKBARPUR UTTAR PRADESH PIN 209101. 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 CNRB0018497 is used.
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 AKBARPUR branch came to be assigned the code CNRB0018497.
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 CNRB0018497, money simply cannot be routed to the AKBARPUR branch electronically.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Akbarpur branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0018497 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 CNRB0018497.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Akbarpur 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 CNRB0018497
How to transfer money using IFSC CNRB0018497
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 CNRB0018497 across all three.
How to use IFSC CNRB0018497 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Canara Bank's AKBARPUR 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 CNRB0018497.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Canara Bank and the branch as AKBARPUR.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to AKBARPUR
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Canara Bank's AKBARPUR branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC CNRB0018497 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Canara Bank – AKBARPUR, use IMPS. With IFSC CNRB0018497 and the beneficiary's account number you can move up to ₹5 lakh per transaction with instant credit, any day of the year.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Akbarpur
The right transfer rail depends on how urgent the payment is, how large it is, and whether the receiving bank participates in the chosen scheme. Every option below works with the IFSC CNRB0018497:
- NEFT — best for everyday transfers of any amount; settles in half-hourly batches around the clock.
- RTGS — best for transfers of ₹2 lakh and above; settles each transaction individually in real time.
- IMPS — best when speed matters more than batch scheduling; instant credit up to ₹5 lakh.
- UPI — best for small peer-to-peer payments using a VPA; the underlying account at AKBARPUR is still linked to IFSC CNRB0018497.
For salary credits, vendor payouts and refunds, employers and merchants usually default to NEFT because of its zero per-transaction cost for retail customers and its 24x7 availability.
How UPI relates to the IFSC code
UPI lets you pay using a short Virtual Payment Address instead of typing the IFSC every time, but behind the scenes every UPI mandate is mapped to an account number plus an IFSC. For accounts at Canara Bank's AKBARPUR branch, the IFSC CNRB0018497 is what the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) uses to route the credit when you tap Pay on a UPI app.
That is why, even in the UPI era, it is still worth knowing the IFSC of your home branch — for failed UPI mandates, e-mandate set-ups, third-party platform onboarding and salary or refund credits.
Online banking and IFSC CNRB0018497
Canara Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the AKBARPUR branch is active. Net banking lets you view balances, download statements, open fixed deposits, request cheque books and initiate NEFT/RTGS/IMPS transfers — all without setting foot in the branch. The IFSC CNRB0018497 is pre-filled by the bank for transfers originating from your own account, and you only need to enter it manually when adding an external beneficiary or sharing your account details with a third party.
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 CNRB0018497 and the account number together uniquely identify the Akbarpur branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
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 – AKBARPUR:
- The IFSC is exactly CNRB0018497 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 AKBARPUR 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.
Reaching the branch
The Akbarpur branch sits at WARD NO 1 BRAHMA NAGAR PURANI TEHSIL ROAD AKBARPUR UTTAR PRADESH PIN 209101. If you are travelling from outside Akbarpur, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call the branch contact number to ask for landmarks. Many customers find it easier to skip the trip altogether: net banking, mobile apps, NEFT, RTGS, IMPS and UPI all work using the IFSC CNRB0018497 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC CNRB0018497 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 CNRB0018497 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on the branch contact number.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Working hours
Branch counters at Akbarpur 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 CNRB0018497 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Canara BankAkbarpur Branch
WARD NO 1 BRAHMA NAGAR PURANI TEHSIL ROAD AKBARPUR UTTAR PRADESH PIN 209101
Akbarpur, Uttar Pradesh
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: CNRB0018497
Frequently asked questions
Does Canara Bank Akbarpur branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on the branch contact number to confirm.
How do I add Canara Bank Akbarpur as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CNRB0018497, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Is IFSC CNRB0018497 the same for all accounts at Akbarpur branch?
Yes. The IFSC CNRB0018497 is shared by every account held at Canara Bank's Akbarpur branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Is IFSC CNRB0018497 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC CNRB0018497 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using CNRB0018497 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Canara Bank – Akbarpur reflect within 30 minutes.
Can I use IFSC CNRB0018497 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC CNRB0018497 to send funds instantly.
What is the phone number of Canara Bank Akbarpur branch?
You can reach the branch at the branch contact number during regular banking hours.
What is the IFSC code of Canara Bank Akbarpur branch?
The IFSC code of Canara Bank, Akbarpur branch is CNRB0018497. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Summary
The IFSC code CNRB0018497 belongs to Canara Bank's AKBARPUR branch, located at WARD NO 1 BRAHMA NAGAR PURANI TEHSIL ROAD AKBARPUR UTTAR PRADESH PIN 209101 in AKBARPUR, UTTAR PRADESH. 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.
