This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Canara Bank, BAREILLY EKTA NAGAR branch in BAREILLY. The 11-digit IFSC CNRB0018725 uniquely identifies this branch in the RBI's centralised payments network and is required for every NEFT, RTGS or IMPS transaction routed to this branch. If you are paying somebody who banks with Canara Bank at the BAREILLY EKTA NAGAR location, this is the only IFSC you need.
We have organised this page into clearly labelled sections so you can jump straight to the part that interests you — the IFSC and MICR details, the full postal address, the contact phone number, a quick primer on NEFT, RTGS and IMPS, the typical product line-up at the branch, and a frequently asked questions section that addresses the queries people raise most often about this branch.
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 BAREILLY EKTA NAGAR branch, the IFSC CNRB0018725 breaks down as follows: CNRB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 018725 identifies this particular branch.
Bank profile
Canara Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Bareilly Ekta Nagar branch — IFSC CNRB0018725 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Bareilly Ekta Nagar |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0018725 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | EKTA NAGAR CHAURAHA STADIUM ROAD NEAR ST FRANCISE SCHOOL 243001 |
| City | Bareilly |
| District | Bareilly |
| State | Uttar Pradesh |
About this branch
The branch is located at EKTA NAGAR CHAURAHA STADIUM ROAD NEAR ST FRANCISE SCHOOL 243001. It serves the Bareilly 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 CNRB0018725 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
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 BAREILLY EKTA NAGAR branch came to be assigned the code CNRB0018725.
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 CNRB0018725, money simply cannot be routed to the BAREILLY EKTA NAGAR branch electronically.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Bareilly Ekta Nagar branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0018725 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 CNRB0018725.
Banking services available
The Bareilly Ekta Nagar branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on the branch contact number.
- Savings, current and salary accounts
- Fixed deposits and recurring deposits
- Personal, vehicle and home loans
- Demat and investment products (where supported)
- Internet banking and mobile banking enrolment
- Debit and credit card issuance
- Locker facilities (subject to availability)
- Foreign exchange services (at authorised branches)
- Bill payments, demand drafts and pay orders
- NEFT / RTGS / IMPS / UPI fund transfers using IFSC CNRB0018725
How to transfer money using IFSC CNRB0018725
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 CNRB0018725 across all three.
How to use IFSC CNRB0018725 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Canara Bank's BAREILLY EKTA NAGAR 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 CNRB0018725.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Canara Bank and the branch as BAREILLY EKTA NAGAR.
- 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 BAREILLY EKTA NAGAR
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Canara Bank's BAREILLY EKTA NAGAR branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC CNRB0018725 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to Canara Bank BAREILLY EKTA NAGAR (IFSC CNRB0018725)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC CNRB0018725 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the BAREILLY EKTA NAGAR branch account within seconds.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Bareilly Ekta Nagar
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 CNRB0018725:
- 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 BAREILLY EKTA NAGAR is still linked to IFSC CNRB0018725.
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 CNRB0018725
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 – BAREILLY EKTA NAGAR is still mapped to IFSC CNRB0018725. 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 CNRB0018725 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Bareilly Ekta Nagar branch counter can now be completed digitally — adding a beneficiary, transferring funds, applying for a fixed deposit, raising a service request or downloading account statements. The IFSC CNRB0018725 is the link between the digital channel and the branch ledger; once a transaction is confirmed, the credit or debit is reflected in the same core banking system that the branch officers see.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Bareilly Ekta Nagar branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC CNRB0018725 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 CNRB0018725
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 – BAREILLY EKTA NAGAR, 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:
CNRB0018725. - 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 Bareilly Ekta Nagar branch sits at EKTA NAGAR CHAURAHA STADIUM ROAD NEAR ST FRANCISE SCHOOL 243001. If you are travelling from outside Bareilly, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call the branch contact number 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 CNRB0018725 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC CNRB0018725 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 CNRB0018725 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.
Working hours
Branch counters at Bareilly Ekta Nagar 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 CNRB0018725 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Canara BankBareilly Ekta Nagar Branch
EKTA NAGAR CHAURAHA STADIUM ROAD NEAR ST FRANCISE SCHOOL 243001
Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: CNRB0018725
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 Bareilly Ekta Nagar branch but serve different purposes.
Does Canara Bank Bareilly Ekta Nagar branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on the branch contact number to confirm.
What is the phone number of Canara Bank Bareilly Ekta Nagar branch?
You can reach the branch at the branch contact number during regular banking hours.
Is IFSC CNRB0018725 the same for all accounts at Bareilly Ekta Nagar branch?
Yes. The IFSC CNRB0018725 is shared by every account held at Canara Bank's Bareilly Ekta Nagar branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
What is the IFSC code of Canara Bank Bareilly Ekta Nagar branch?
The IFSC code of Canara Bank, Bareilly Ekta Nagar branch is CNRB0018725. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
How do I add Canara Bank Bareilly Ekta Nagar as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CNRB0018725, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Can I use IFSC CNRB0018725 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC CNRB0018725 to send funds instantly.
Summary
The IFSC code CNRB0018725 belongs to Canara Bank's BAREILLY EKTA NAGAR branch, located at EKTA NAGAR CHAURAHA STADIUM ROAD NEAR ST FRANCISE SCHOOL 243001 in BAREILLY, UTTAR PRADESH. 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.
