Below are the complete branch details for Canara Bank, APRA branch, located in APRA, PUNJAB. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is CNRB0002084. 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 CNRB0002084 for Canara Bank – APRA — saves you from rejected transfers, returned credits and the back-and-forth that follows them.
The Indian Financial System Code, popularly known as IFSC, is an 11-digit alphanumeric code that the RBI assigns to every bank branch participating in online interbank settlement. Without this code, an electronic transfer simply cannot reach its destination branch.
The IFSC for Canara Bank – APRA is CNRB0002084. The first four letters CNRB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 002084 map to this branch in APRA, PUNJAB.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Apra |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0002084 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | V P O-APRA, 144416, DIST JALANDHAR |
| City | Apra |
| District | Jalandhar |
| State | Punjab |
| STD Code | 1826 |
| Phone | 250110 |
About the bank
Canara Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Apra branch in Apra, Punjab is part of this network and uses the IFSC code CNRB0002084 for all electronic settlement.
About this branch
The branch is located at V P O-APRA, 144416, DIST JALANDHAR. It serves the Apra region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of Canara Bank. The IFSC CNRB0002084 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
Why every Canara Bank branch has a unique IFSC
Before electronic settlement systems went live in India, money transfers between banks relied heavily on demand drafts, mail transfers and telegraphic transfers. These older instruments routinely took days to clear and were prone to misrouting because there was no single machine-readable identifier for a branch. The Reserve Bank of India solved this by issuing each participating branch — including APRA of Canara Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code CNRB0002084 is therefore not just an internal reference; it is the digital postcode that lets the RBI's NEFT, RTGS and IMPS rails route funds straight to the right branch ledger without any human intervention.
Today, almost every salary credit, vendor payment, refund and EMI deduction in the country flows through this network, which is exactly why a correct IFSC matters so much. A wrong character can either bounce the transfer or send it to the wrong branch, and reversing such a credit is a manual, time-consuming process. Treat IFSC CNRB0002084 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
How to transfer money using IFSC CNRB0002084
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 CNRB0002084 across all three.
NEFT to Canara Bank, APRA using IFSC CNRB0002084
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 CNRB0002084, and confirm that the system picks up Canara Bank – APRA. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to APRA
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Canara Bank's APRA branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC CNRB0002084 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 – APRA, use IMPS. With IFSC CNRB0002084 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 CNRB0002084 for Canara Bank – APRA, 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 – CNRB0002084 | Yes – CNRB0002084 | Yes – CNRB0002084 |
For most retail customers crediting the Apra 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 APRA branch, the IFSC CNRB0002084 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.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Apra branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0002084 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 CNRB0002084.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Apra 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 CNRB0002084
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 CNRB0002084 and the account number together uniquely identify the Apra branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
Online banking and IFSC CNRB0002084
Canara Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the APRA 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 CNRB0002084 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.
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 – APRA:
- The IFSC is exactly CNRB0002084 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 APRA 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 Apra branch sits at V P O-APRA, 144416, DIST JALANDHAR. If you are travelling from outside Apra, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 1826-250110 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 CNRB0002084 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC CNRB0002084 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 CNRB0002084 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 1826-250110.
- 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 Apra branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC CNRB0002084, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
Canara BankApra Branch
V P O-APRA, 144416, DIST JALANDHAR
Apra, Punjab
Phone: 1826-250110
IFSC: CNRB0002084
Frequently asked questions
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 Apra branch but serve different purposes.
Is IFSC CNRB0002084 the same for all accounts at Apra branch?
Yes. The IFSC CNRB0002084 is shared by every account held at Canara Bank's Apra branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using CNRB0002084 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Canara Bank – Apra reflect within 30 minutes.
Does Canara Bank Apra branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 1826-250110 to confirm.
How do I add Canara Bank Apra as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CNRB0002084, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Where is Canara Bank Apra branch located?
Canara Bank's Apra branch is located at V P O-APRA, 144416, DIST JALANDHAR, Apra, Punjab.
Summary
The IFSC code CNRB0002084 belongs to Canara Bank's APRA branch, located at V P O-APRA, 144416, DIST JALANDHAR in APRA, PUNJAB. 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.
