Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Canara Bank's VIDYARANYAPURA,BANGALORE branch in BANGALORE, KARNATAKA. The branch's IFSC code CNRB0002615 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.
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 – VIDYARANYAPURA,BANGALORE is CNRB0002615. The first four letters CNRB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 002615 map to this branch in BANGALORE, KARNATAKA.
About the bank
Canara Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Vidyaranyapura,Bangalore branch in Bangalore, Karnataka is part of this network and uses the IFSC code CNRB0002615 for all electronic settlement.
About this branch
The branch is located at NO.962,BEL EMPLOYEES HOUSE,BLDG CO-OP SOCIETY,VIDYARANYAPURA RD,BANGALORE 560097. It serves the Bangalore 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 CNRB0002615 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Vidyaranyapura,Bangalore |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0002615 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | NO.962,BEL EMPLOYEES HOUSE,BLDG CO-OP SOCIETY,VIDYARANYAPURA RD,BANGALORE 560097 |
| City | Bangalore |
| District | Bangalore Urban |
| State | Karnataka |
| STD Code | 80 |
| Phone | 23640844 |
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 VIDYARANYAPURA,BANGALORE branch came to be assigned the code CNRB0002615.
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 CNRB0002615, money simply cannot be routed to the VIDYARANYAPURA,BANGALORE branch electronically.
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 CNRB0002615 and the account number together uniquely identify the Vidyaranyapura,Bangalore branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
How to transfer money using IFSC CNRB0002615
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 CNRB0002615 across all three.
NEFT to Canara Bank, VIDYARANYAPURA,BANGALORE using IFSC CNRB0002615
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 CNRB0002615, and confirm that the system picks up Canara Bank – VIDYARANYAPURA,BANGALORE. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC CNRB0002615
RTGS (Real-Time Gross Settlement) is the fastest high-value transfer mechanism in India. It is meant for transfers of ₹2 lakh and above and settles each transaction individually and instantly. To remit through RTGS to Canara Bank – VIDYARANYAPURA,BANGALORE, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC CNRB0002615 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Canara Bank – VIDYARANYAPURA,BANGALORE, use IMPS. With IFSC CNRB0002615 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 CNRB0002615 for Canara Bank – VIDYARANYAPURA,BANGALORE, 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 – CNRB0002615 | Yes – CNRB0002615 | Yes – CNRB0002615 |
For most retail customers crediting the Vidyaranyapura,Bangalore 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.
UPI payments and IFSC CNRB0002615
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 – VIDYARANYAPURA,BANGALORE is still mapped to IFSC CNRB0002615. 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 CNRB0002615 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Account types you can open at the Vidyaranyapura,Bangalore branch
Once you have an account at Canara Bank – VIDYARANYAPURA,BANGALORE, the IFSC CNRB0002615 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 Vidyaranyapura,Bangalore 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 CNRB0002615
Online banking and IFSC CNRB0002615
Canara Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the VIDYARANYAPURA,BANGALORE 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 CNRB0002615 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.
How to reach the Vidyaranyapura,Bangalore branch
The branch is located at NO.962,BEL EMPLOYEES HOUSE,BLDG CO-OP SOCIETY,VIDYARANYAPURA RD,BANGALORE 560097, which puts it inside Bangalore, the broader Bangalore Urban district, and the state of Karnataka. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Canara Bank Vidyaranyapura,Bangalore branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC CNRB0002615 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 80-23640844 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 CNRB0002615 and your account number.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC CNRB0002615
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 – VIDYARANYAPURA,BANGALORE, 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:
CNRB0002615. - 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.
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 Vidyaranyapura,Bangalore branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC CNRB0002615, however, work 24x7.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC CNRB0002615 for Canara Bank – VIDYARANYAPURA,BANGALORE, 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 BankVidyaranyapura,Bangalore Branch
NO.962,BEL EMPLOYEES HOUSE,BLDG CO-OP SOCIETY,VIDYARANYAPURA RD,BANGALORE 560097
Bangalore, Karnataka
Phone: 80-23640844
IFSC: CNRB0002615
Frequently asked questions
Can I use IFSC CNRB0002615 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC CNRB0002615 to send funds instantly.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using CNRB0002615 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Canara Bank – Vidyaranyapura,Bangalore reflect within 30 minutes.
Is IFSC CNRB0002615 the same for all accounts at Vidyaranyapura,Bangalore branch?
Yes. The IFSC CNRB0002615 is shared by every account held at Canara Bank's Vidyaranyapura,Bangalore branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Is IFSC CNRB0002615 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC CNRB0002615 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
What is the phone number of Canara Bank Vidyaranyapura,Bangalore branch?
You can reach the branch at 80-23640844 during regular banking hours.
How do I add Canara Bank Vidyaranyapura,Bangalore as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CNRB0002615, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Where is Canara Bank Vidyaranyapura,Bangalore branch located?
Canara Bank's Vidyaranyapura,Bangalore branch is located at NO.962,BEL EMPLOYEES HOUSE,BLDG CO-OP SOCIETY,VIDYARANYAPURA RD,BANGALORE 560097, Bangalore, Karnataka.
Summary
The IFSC code CNRB0002615 belongs to Canara Bank's VIDYARANYAPURA,BANGALORE branch, located at NO.962,BEL EMPLOYEES HOUSE,BLDG CO-OP SOCIETY,VIDYARANYAPURA RD,BANGALORE 560097 in BANGALORE, KARNATAKA. 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.
