Below are the complete branch details for Canara Bank, SRI SHRINGERI SHANKAR MUTT EXTN COUNTER branch, located in ANANTAPUR, ANDHRA PRADESH. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is CNRB0008550. 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 CNRB0008550 for Canara Bank – SRI SHRINGERI SHANKAR MUTT EXTN COUNTER — 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 SRI SHRINGERI SHANKAR MUTT EXTN COUNTER branch, the IFSC CNRB0008550 breaks down as follows: CNRB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 008550 identifies this particular branch.
Bank profile
Canara Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Sri Shringeri Shankar Mutt Extn Counter branch — IFSC CNRB0008550 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Sri Shringeri Shankar Mutt Extn Counter |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0008550 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | CANARA BANK SARADA NAGAR, ANANTAPUR ANANTAPUR ANANTAPUR ANDHRA PRADESH 515002 |
| City | Anantapur |
| District | Anantapur |
| State | Andhra Pradesh |
| STD Code | 8554 |
| Phone | 272160 |
About the Sri Shringeri Shankar Mutt Extn Counter branch
The Sri Shringeri Shankar Mutt Extn Counter branch of Canara Bank is situated at CANARA BANK SARADA NAGAR, ANANTAPUR ANANTAPUR ANANTAPUR ANDHRA PRADESH 515002. 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 CNRB0008550 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 SRI SHRINGERI SHANKAR MUTT EXTN COUNTER branch came to be assigned the code CNRB0008550.
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 CNRB0008550, money simply cannot be routed to the SRI SHRINGERI SHANKAR MUTT EXTN COUNTER branch electronically.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Sri Shringeri Shankar Mutt Extn Counter branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0008550 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 CNRB0008550.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Sri Shringeri Shankar Mutt Extn Counter 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 CNRB0008550
How to transfer money using IFSC CNRB0008550
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 CNRB0008550 across all three.
NEFT to Canara Bank, SRI SHRINGERI SHANKAR MUTT EXTN COUNTER using IFSC CNRB0008550
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 CNRB0008550, and confirm that the system picks up Canara Bank – SRI SHRINGERI SHANKAR MUTT EXTN COUNTER. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to SRI SHRINGERI SHANKAR MUTT EXTN COUNTER
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Canara Bank's SRI SHRINGERI SHANKAR MUTT EXTN COUNTER branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC CNRB0008550 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 – SRI SHRINGERI SHANKAR MUTT EXTN COUNTER, use IMPS. With IFSC CNRB0008550 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 Sri Shringeri Shankar Mutt Extn Counter
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 CNRB0008550:
- 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 SRI SHRINGERI SHANKAR MUTT EXTN COUNTER is still linked to IFSC CNRB0008550.
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 SRI SHRINGERI SHANKAR MUTT EXTN COUNTER branch, the IFSC CNRB0008550 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 CNRB0008550
Canara Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the SRI SHRINGERI SHANKAR MUTT EXTN COUNTER 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 CNRB0008550 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 Sri Shringeri Shankar Mutt Extn Counter branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC CNRB0008550 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC CNRB0008550
An incorrect IFSC almost always results in a failed transfer or, worse, a credit to the wrong branch. Before you click Confirm on a transfer to Canara Bank – SRI SHRINGERI SHANKAR MUTT EXTN COUNTER, double-check for these issues:
- Confusing 0 with O. The fifth character of every IFSC is the digit
0, not the letter O. Read carefully. - Spaces or hyphens. Do not put spaces in the IFSC. It is exactly 11 characters:
CNRB0008550. - Wrong branch. A bank can have dozens of branches in the same city. Make sure you are using the IFSC for the actual branch where the beneficiary holds the account, not just any nearby branch.
- Old IFSC after a merger. If two banks have merged, the IFSC may have been reissued. Always verify with a recent passbook or cheque leaf.
- Copy-paste from chat. Auto-correct on phones can silently change letters in IFSC codes. Type carefully or copy from a trusted source like the cheque book.
Reaching the branch
The Sri Shringeri Shankar Mutt Extn Counter branch sits at CANARA BANK SARADA NAGAR, ANANTAPUR ANANTAPUR ANANTAPUR ANDHRA PRADESH 515002. If you are travelling from outside Anantapur, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 8554-272160 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 CNRB0008550 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC CNRB0008550 for Canara Bank – SRI SHRINGERI SHANKAR MUTT EXTN COUNTER, you can cross-check the code from any of these sources before initiating a high-value transfer:
- The front of the cheque book issued by the branch – the IFSC is printed at the top of every leaf.
- The first page of your passbook.
- The bank's official website under the branch locator.
- The Reserve Bank of India's IFSC search portal.
- Net banking dashboards usually display the home-branch IFSC under account details.
Working hours
Branch counters at Sri Shringeri Shankar Mutt Extn Counter 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 CNRB0008550 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Canara BankSri Shringeri Shankar Mutt Extn Counter Branch
CANARA BANK SARADA NAGAR, ANANTAPUR ANANTAPUR ANANTAPUR ANDHRA PRADESH 515002
Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh
Phone: 8554-272160
IFSC: CNRB0008550
Frequently asked questions
What is the IFSC code of Canara Bank Sri Shringeri Shankar Mutt Extn Counter branch?
The IFSC code of Canara Bank, Sri Shringeri Shankar Mutt Extn Counter branch is CNRB0008550. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
How do I add Canara Bank Sri Shringeri Shankar Mutt Extn Counter as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CNRB0008550, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Can I use IFSC CNRB0008550 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC CNRB0008550 to send funds instantly.
Is IFSC CNRB0008550 the same for all accounts at Sri Shringeri Shankar Mutt Extn Counter branch?
Yes. The IFSC CNRB0008550 is shared by every account held at Canara Bank's Sri Shringeri Shankar Mutt Extn Counter 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 Sri Shringeri Shankar Mutt Extn Counter branch but serve different purposes.
Where is Canara Bank Sri Shringeri Shankar Mutt Extn Counter branch located?
Canara Bank's Sri Shringeri Shankar Mutt Extn Counter branch is located at CANARA BANK SARADA NAGAR, ANANTAPUR ANANTAPUR ANANTAPUR ANDHRA PRADESH 515002, Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh.
Does Canara Bank Sri Shringeri Shankar Mutt Extn Counter branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 8554-272160 to confirm.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using CNRB0008550 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Canara Bank – Sri Shringeri Shankar Mutt Extn Counter reflect within 30 minutes.
Final notes
To recap: CNRB0008550 is the IFSC code of Canara Bank, SRI SHRINGERI SHANKAR MUTT EXTN COUNTER branch, in ANANTAPUR, ANDHRA PRADESH. 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.


