If you are searching for the IFSC code of Canara Bank, SALT LAKE CITY, KOLKATA branch in BIDHANNAGAR, WEST BENGAL, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is CNRB0002549. You can use it for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers, online banking add-payee actions, UPI mandates and any other electronic payment request that asks for an Indian Financial System Code. The information on this page is curated specifically for customers, remitters, employers and businesses who need to credit funds to an account maintained at this branch, and it is structured so you can find what you need within a few seconds of landing here.
You will see the complete branch address, the area STD code and phone number, the city and state, the day-to-day banking services that are typically offered at the SALT LAKE CITY, KOLKATA branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC CNRB0002549 across NEFT, RTGS and IMPS rails. A frequently-asked-questions section at the end answers the most common queries we receive about this particular 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 SALT LAKE CITY, KOLKATA branch, the IFSC CNRB0002549 breaks down as follows: CNRB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 002549 identifies this particular branch.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Salt Lake City, Kolkata |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0002549 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | FE 261, SECTOR III, SALT LAKE, CALCUTTA |
| City | Bidhannagar |
| District | North 24 Parganas |
| State | West Bengal |
| STD Code | 91 |
| Phone | 1234567890 |
About Canara Bank
Canara Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Salt Lake City, Kolkata branch in Bidhannagar. Each branch is enabled for NEFT, RTGS, IMPS and core banking, allowing customers to send and receive money anywhere in the country using a unique IFSC – in this case, CNRB0002549.
Salt Lake City, Kolkata branch overview
Located at FE 261, SECTOR III, SALT LAKE, CALCUTTA, the Salt Lake City, Kolkata branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC CNRB0002549 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.
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 SALT LAKE CITY, KOLKATA of Canara Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code CNRB0002549 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 CNRB0002549 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 CNRB0002549
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 CNRB0002549 across all three.
How to use IFSC CNRB0002549 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Canara Bank's SALT LAKE CITY, KOLKATA 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 CNRB0002549.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Canara Bank and the branch as SALT LAKE CITY, KOLKATA.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC CNRB0002549
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 – SALT LAKE CITY, KOLKATA, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC CNRB0002549 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Canara Bank – SALT LAKE CITY, KOLKATA, use IMPS. With IFSC CNRB0002549 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 CNRB0002549 for Canara Bank – SALT LAKE CITY, KOLKATA, 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 – CNRB0002549 | Yes – CNRB0002549 | Yes – CNRB0002549 |
For most retail customers crediting the Salt Lake City, Kolkata 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 SALT LAKE CITY, KOLKATA branch, the IFSC CNRB0002549 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 Salt Lake City, Kolkata branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0002549 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 CNRB0002549.
Banking services available
The Salt Lake City, Kolkata branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 91-1234567890.
- 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 CNRB0002549
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 CNRB0002549 and the account number together uniquely identify the Salt Lake City, Kolkata branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Salt Lake City, Kolkata 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 CNRB0002549 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.
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 – SALT LAKE CITY, KOLKATA:
- The IFSC is exactly CNRB0002549 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 SALT LAKE CITY, KOLKATA 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 Salt Lake City, Kolkata branch sits at FE 261, SECTOR III, SALT LAKE, CALCUTTA. If you are travelling from outside Bidhannagar, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 91-1234567890 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 CNRB0002549 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC CNRB0002549 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 CNRB0002549 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 91-1234567890.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Working hours
Branch counters at Salt Lake City, Kolkata 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 CNRB0002549 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Canara BankSalt Lake City, Kolkata Branch
FE 261, SECTOR III, SALT LAKE, CALCUTTA
Bidhannagar, West Bengal
Phone: 91-1234567890
IFSC: CNRB0002549
Frequently asked questions
How do I add Canara Bank Salt Lake City, Kolkata as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CNRB0002549, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Where is Canara Bank Salt Lake City, Kolkata branch located?
Canara Bank's Salt Lake City, Kolkata branch is located at FE 261, SECTOR III, SALT LAKE, CALCUTTA, Bidhannagar, West Bengal.
Does Canara Bank Salt Lake City, Kolkata branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 91-1234567890 to confirm.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using CNRB0002549 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Canara Bank – Salt Lake City, Kolkata reflect within 30 minutes.
What is the IFSC code of Canara Bank Salt Lake City, Kolkata branch?
The IFSC code of Canara Bank, Salt Lake City, Kolkata branch is CNRB0002549. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Is IFSC CNRB0002549 the same for all accounts at Salt Lake City, Kolkata branch?
Yes. The IFSC CNRB0002549 is shared by every account held at Canara Bank's Salt Lake City, Kolkata branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
What is the phone number of Canara Bank Salt Lake City, Kolkata branch?
You can reach the branch at 91-1234567890 during regular banking hours.
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 Salt Lake City, Kolkata branch but serve different purposes.
Summary
The IFSC code CNRB0002549 belongs to Canara Bank's SALT LAKE CITY, KOLKATA branch, located at FE 261, SECTOR III, SALT LAKE, CALCUTTA in BIDHANNAGAR, WEST BENGAL. 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.
