Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Canara Bank's CHELLAMPATTI branch in CHELLAMPATTI, TAMIL NADU. The branch's IFSC code CNRB0001552 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 – CHELLAMPATTI is CNRB0001552. The first four letters CNRB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 001552 map to this branch in CHELLAMPATTI, TAMIL NADU.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Chellampatti |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0001552 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | NO.85-A/2, WARD NO.4, CHELLAMPATTI, MADURAI DIST, TAMIL NADU - 625566 |
| City | Chellampatti |
| District | Madurai |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| STD Code | 4552 |
| Phone | 243222 |
Bank profile
Canara Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Chellampatti branch — IFSC CNRB0001552 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Chellampatti, Tamil Nadu.
About the Chellampatti branch
The Chellampatti branch of Canara Bank is situated at NO.85-A/2, WARD NO.4, CHELLAMPATTI, MADURAI DIST, TAMIL NADU - 625566. 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 CNRB0001552 is used.
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 CHELLAMPATTI branch came to be assigned the code CNRB0001552.
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 CNRB0001552, money simply cannot be routed to the CHELLAMPATTI branch electronically.
How to transfer money using IFSC CNRB0001552
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 CNRB0001552 across all three.
How to use IFSC CNRB0001552 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Canara Bank's CHELLAMPATTI 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 CNRB0001552.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Canara Bank and the branch as CHELLAMPATTI.
- 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 CHELLAMPATTI
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Canara Bank's CHELLAMPATTI branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC CNRB0001552 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 – CHELLAMPATTI, use IMPS. With IFSC CNRB0001552 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 CNRB0001552 for Canara Bank – CHELLAMPATTI, 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 – CNRB0001552 | Yes – CNRB0001552 | Yes – CNRB0001552 |
For most retail customers crediting the Chellampatti 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 CHELLAMPATTI branch, the IFSC CNRB0001552 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 Chellampatti branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0001552 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 CNRB0001552.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Chellampatti 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 CNRB0001552
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 CNRB0001552 and the account number together uniquely identify the Chellampatti branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
Online banking and IFSC CNRB0001552
Canara Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the CHELLAMPATTI 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 CNRB0001552 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.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC CNRB0001552
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 – CHELLAMPATTI, 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:
CNRB0001552. - 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.
How to reach the Chellampatti branch
The branch is located at NO.85-A/2, WARD NO.4, CHELLAMPATTI, MADURAI DIST, TAMIL NADU - 625566, which puts it inside Chellampatti, the broader Madurai district, and the state of Tamil Nadu. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Canara Bank Chellampatti branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC CNRB0001552 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 4552-243222 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 CNRB0001552 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC CNRB0001552 for Canara Bank – CHELLAMPATTI, 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.
Working hours
Branch counters at Chellampatti 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 CNRB0001552 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Canara BankChellampatti Branch
NO.85-A/2, WARD NO.4, CHELLAMPATTI, MADURAI DIST, TAMIL NADU - 625566
Chellampatti, Tamil Nadu
Phone: 4552-243222
IFSC: CNRB0001552
Frequently asked questions
Is IFSC CNRB0001552 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC CNRB0001552 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
What is the phone number of Canara Bank Chellampatti branch?
You can reach the branch at 4552-243222 during regular banking hours.
Where is Canara Bank Chellampatti branch located?
Canara Bank's Chellampatti branch is located at NO.85-A/2, WARD NO.4, CHELLAMPATTI, MADURAI DIST, TAMIL NADU - 625566, Chellampatti, Tamil Nadu.
How do I add Canara Bank Chellampatti as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CNRB0001552, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Can I use IFSC CNRB0001552 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC CNRB0001552 to send funds instantly.
Is IFSC CNRB0001552 the same for all accounts at Chellampatti branch?
Yes. The IFSC CNRB0001552 is shared by every account held at Canara Bank's Chellampatti branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Final notes
To recap: CNRB0001552 is the IFSC code of Canara Bank, CHELLAMPATTI branch, in CHELLAMPATTI, 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.
