Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Canara Bank's ARKONAM branch in ARKONAM, TAMIL NADU. The branch's IFSC code CNRB0001266 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, CNRB0001266 is the IFSC of Canara Bank's ARKONAM branch. The format is fixed: CNRB = bank code, 0 = reserved, 001266 = 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 Arkonam branch in Arkonam, Tamil Nadu is part of this network and uses the IFSC code CNRB0001266 for all electronic settlement.
About the Arkonam branch
The Arkonam branch of Canara Bank is situated at NO.4,TIRUMALAI ACHARI STREET, ARKONAM 631001, ,. 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 CNRB0001266 is used.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Arkonam |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0001266 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | NO.4,TIRUMALAI ACHARI STREET, ARKONAM 631001, , |
| City | Arkonam |
| District | Vellore |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| STD Code | 4177 |
| Phone | 230509 |
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 ARKONAM of Canara Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code CNRB0001266 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 CNRB0001266 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
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 CNRB0001266 and the account number together uniquely identify the Arkonam branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
How to transfer money using IFSC CNRB0001266
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 CNRB0001266 across all three.
How to use IFSC CNRB0001266 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Canara Bank's ARKONAM 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 CNRB0001266.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Canara Bank and the branch as ARKONAM.
- 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 ARKONAM
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Canara Bank's ARKONAM branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC CNRB0001266 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 – ARKONAM, use IMPS. With IFSC CNRB0001266 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 Arkonam
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 CNRB0001266:
- 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 ARKONAM is still linked to IFSC CNRB0001266.
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.
UPI payments and IFSC CNRB0001266
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 – ARKONAM is still mapped to IFSC CNRB0001266. 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 CNRB0001266 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Account types you can open at the Arkonam branch
Once you have an account at Canara Bank – ARKONAM, the IFSC CNRB0001266 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 Arkonam 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 CNRB0001266
Online banking and IFSC CNRB0001266
Canara Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the ARKONAM 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 CNRB0001266 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.
Reaching the branch
The Arkonam branch sits at NO.4,TIRUMALAI ACHARI STREET, ARKONAM 631001, ,. If you are travelling from outside Arkonam, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 4177-230509 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 CNRB0001266 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 – ARKONAM:
- The IFSC is exactly CNRB0001266 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 ARKONAM 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.
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 Arkonam branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC CNRB0001266, however, work 24x7.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC CNRB0001266 for Canara Bank – ARKONAM, 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.
Branch address & contact
Canara BankArkonam Branch
NO.4,TIRUMALAI ACHARI STREET, ARKONAM 631001, ,
Arkonam, Tamil Nadu
Phone: 4177-230509
IFSC: CNRB0001266
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 Arkonam branch but serve different purposes.
Can I use IFSC CNRB0001266 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC CNRB0001266 to send funds instantly.
What is the phone number of Canara Bank Arkonam branch?
You can reach the branch at 4177-230509 during regular banking hours.
Does Canara Bank Arkonam branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 4177-230509 to confirm.
How do I add Canara Bank Arkonam as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CNRB0001266, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using CNRB0001266 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Canara Bank – Arkonam reflect within 30 minutes.
Is IFSC CNRB0001266 the same for all accounts at Arkonam branch?
Yes. The IFSC CNRB0001266 is shared by every account held at Canara Bank's Arkonam branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Where is Canara Bank Arkonam branch located?
Canara Bank's Arkonam branch is located at NO.4,TIRUMALAI ACHARI STREET, ARKONAM 631001, ,, Arkonam, Tamil Nadu.
Final notes
To recap: CNRB0001266 is the IFSC code of Canara Bank, ARKONAM branch, in ARKONAM, TAMIL NADU. 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.
