IFSC Code of Canara Bank, Chennai Mambalam Ii Branch, Tamil Nadu

This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Canara Bank, CHENNAI MAMBALAM II branch in CHENNAI. The 11-digit IFSC CNRB0016049 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 CHENNAI MAMBALAM II 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.

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 – CHENNAI MAMBALAM II is CNRB0016049. The first four letters CNRB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 016049 map to this branch in CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU.

Bank profile

Canara Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Chennai Mambalam Ii branch — IFSC CNRB0016049 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

Chennai Mambalam Ii branch overview

Located at NO 10 2ND STREET POSTAL COLONY WEST MAMBALAM CHENNAI TAMIL NADU 600033, the Chennai Mambalam Ii branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC CNRB0016049 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.

Branch details at a glance

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 CHENNAI MAMBALAM II branch came to be assigned the code CNRB0016049.

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 CNRB0016049, money simply cannot be routed to the CHENNAI MAMBALAM II branch electronically.

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Chennai Mambalam Ii branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC CNRB0016049 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

How to transfer money using IFSC CNRB0016049

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 CNRB0016049 across all three.

NEFT to Canara Bank, CHENNAI MAMBALAM II using IFSC CNRB0016049

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 CNRB0016049, and confirm that the system picks up Canara Bank – CHENNAI MAMBALAM II. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC CNRB0016049

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 – CHENNAI MAMBALAM II, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC CNRB0016049 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

Send money instantly through IMPS

For a real-time, anytime transfer to Canara Bank – CHENNAI MAMBALAM II, use IMPS. With IFSC CNRB0016049 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 CNRB0016049 for Canara Bank – CHENNAI MAMBALAM II, 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.

For most retail customers crediting the Chennai Mambalam Ii 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 CNRB0016049

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 – CHENNAI MAMBALAM II is still mapped to IFSC CNRB0016049. 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 CNRB0016049 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Chennai Mambalam Ii branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0016049 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 CNRB0016049.

Banking services available

The Chennai Mambalam Ii 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 CNRB0016049

Digital banking channels

Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Chennai Mambalam Ii 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 CNRB0016049 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.

Reaching the branch

The Chennai Mambalam Ii branch sits at NO 10 2ND STREET POSTAL COLONY WEST MAMBALAM CHENNAI TAMIL NADU 600033. If you are travelling from outside Chennai, 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 CNRB0016049 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 – CHENNAI MAMBALAM II:

• The IFSC is exactly CNRB0016049 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 CHENNAI MAMBALAM II 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 Chennai Mambalam Ii branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC CNRB0016049, however, work 24x7.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC CNRB0016049 for Canara Bank – CHENNAI MAMBALAM II, 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

Frequently asked questions

Final notes

To recap: CNRB0016049 is the IFSC code of Canara Bank, CHENNAI MAMBALAM II branch, in CHENNAI, 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.