Below are the complete branch details for Canara Bank, AMBALAPPUZHA II branch, located in AMBALAPUZHA, KERALA. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is CNRB0014108. 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 CNRB0014108 for Canara Bank – AMBALAPPUZHA II — saves you from rejected transfers, returned credits and the back-and-forth that follows them.
An IFSC (Indian Financial System Code) is an 11-character alphanumeric code issued by the Reserve Bank of India. It uniquely identifies every bank branch that participates in the RBI's electronic fund-transfer systems – NEFT, RTGS and IMPS. The first four characters represent the bank, the fifth is always a zero (reserved for future use), and the last six characters identify the specific branch.
For Canara Bank's AMBALAPPUZHA II branch, the IFSC CNRB0014108 breaks down as follows: CNRB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 014108 identifies this particular branch.
About Canara Bank
Canara Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Ambalappuzha Ii branch in Ambalapuzha. 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, CNRB0014108.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Ambalappuzha Ii |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0014108 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | AMBALAPUZHA GRAM PANCHA YAT FIRST FLOOR VYAPAR BHAVAN NH 47 ALAPPUZHA DIST AMBALAPUZHA |
| City | Ambalapuzha |
| District | Alappuzha |
| State | Kerala |
Ambalappuzha Ii branch overview
Located at AMBALAPUZHA GRAM PANCHA YAT FIRST FLOOR VYAPAR BHAVAN NH 47 ALAPPUZHA DIST AMBALAPUZHA, the Ambalappuzha Ii branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC CNRB0014108 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.
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 AMBALAPPUZHA II branch came to be assigned the code CNRB0014108.
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 CNRB0014108, money simply cannot be routed to the AMBALAPPUZHA II branch electronically.
Account types you can open at the Ambalappuzha Ii branch
Once you have an account at Canara Bank – AMBALAPPUZHA II, the IFSC CNRB0014108 stays the same regardless of the type of account you hold. The branch typically supports the following options:
- Savings account — for individuals, with chequebook, ATM card and net-banking access.
- Current account — for sole proprietors, partnerships and companies that need higher transaction volumes.
- Salary account — opened in bulk for corporate employees, often with zero-balance benefits.
- NRE / NRO accounts — for non-resident Indians who want to repatriate or maintain rupee balances in India.
- Fixed deposit and recurring deposit — term-based investment accounts with quarterly or cumulative interest.
- Senior citizen accounts — concessional minimum balance and a small interest rate premium on FDs.
- Minor and student accounts — operated jointly with a guardian until the customer turns 18.
Eligibility, minimum balance and KYC requirements vary by product. Speak to a relationship officer at the branch for the latest schedule of charges and interest rates.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Ambalappuzha Ii 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 CNRB0014108
How to transfer money using IFSC CNRB0014108
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 CNRB0014108 across all three.
NEFT to Canara Bank, AMBALAPPUZHA II using IFSC CNRB0014108
National Electronic Funds Transfer is the simplest way to move money into an account at this branch. NEFT works around the clock, including Sundays and public holidays, and settles in half-hourly batches.
To send funds, add the recipient as a beneficiary in your bank's online portal, key in the account number, paste the IFSC CNRB0014108, and confirm that the system picks up Canara Bank – AMBALAPPUZHA II. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to AMBALAPPUZHA II
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Canara Bank's AMBALAPPUZHA II branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC CNRB0014108 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 – AMBALAPPUZHA II, use IMPS. With IFSC CNRB0014108 and the beneficiary's account number you can move up to ₹5 lakh per transaction with instant credit, any day of the year.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC CNRB0014108 for Canara Bank – AMBALAPPUZHA II, 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 – CNRB0014108 | Yes – CNRB0014108 | Yes – CNRB0014108 |
For most retail customers crediting the Ambalappuzha Ii 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.
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 AMBALAPPUZHA II branch, the IFSC CNRB0014108 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 CNRB0014108
Canara Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the AMBALAPPUZHA II 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 CNRB0014108 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 & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Ambalappuzha Ii branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC CNRB0014108 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.
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 – AMBALAPPUZHA II:
- The IFSC is exactly CNRB0014108 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 AMBALAPPUZHA II 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.
How to reach the Ambalappuzha Ii branch
The branch is located at AMBALAPUZHA GRAM PANCHA YAT FIRST FLOOR VYAPAR BHAVAN NH 47 ALAPPUZHA DIST AMBALAPUZHA, which puts it inside Ambalapuzha, the broader Alappuzha district, and the state of Kerala. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Canara Bank Ambalappuzha Ii branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC CNRB0014108 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling the branch contact number 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 CNRB0014108 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC CNRB0014108 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 CNRB0014108 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.
Branch banking hours and holidays
Indian bank branches typically operate from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday, and from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM on working Saturdays (usually the 1st, 3rd and 5th Saturdays). The Ambalappuzha Ii branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC CNRB0014108, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
Canara BankAmbalappuzha Ii Branch
AMBALAPUZHA GRAM PANCHA YAT FIRST FLOOR VYAPAR BHAVAN NH 47 ALAPPUZHA DIST AMBALAPUZHA
Ambalapuzha, Kerala
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: CNRB0014108
Frequently asked questions
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using CNRB0014108 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Canara Bank – Ambalappuzha Ii reflect within 30 minutes.
What is the IFSC code of Canara Bank Ambalappuzha Ii branch?
The IFSC code of Canara Bank, Ambalappuzha Ii branch is CNRB0014108. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
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 Ambalappuzha Ii branch but serve different purposes.
Where is Canara Bank Ambalappuzha Ii branch located?
Canara Bank's Ambalappuzha Ii branch is located at AMBALAPUZHA GRAM PANCHA YAT FIRST FLOOR VYAPAR BHAVAN NH 47 ALAPPUZHA DIST AMBALAPUZHA, Ambalapuzha, Kerala.
Does Canara Bank Ambalappuzha Ii 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 Ambalappuzha Ii as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CNRB0014108, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Is IFSC CNRB0014108 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC CNRB0014108 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Can I use IFSC CNRB0014108 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC CNRB0014108 to send funds instantly.
Final notes
To recap: CNRB0014108 is the IFSC code of Canara Bank, AMBALAPPUZHA II branch, in AMBALAPUZHA, KERALA. It is required for every electronic transfer to an account held at this branch. We keep this page updated with the latest address and contact details, so you can rely on the information here for your day-to-day banking needs.


