This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Canara Bank, INTL OPERATIONS BR,CHENNAI branch in CHENNAI. The 11-digit IFSC CNRB0002665 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 INTL OPERATIONS BR,CHENNAI 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.
IFSC stands for Indian Financial System Code. It is an 11-character code that pinpoints a particular bank branch on the RBI's real-time payment rails. Every NEFT, RTGS or IMPS instruction must carry the destination branch's IFSC for the credit to land in the correct account.
In our case, CNRB0002665 is the IFSC of Canara Bank's INTL OPERATIONS BR,CHENNAI branch. The format is fixed: CNRB = bank code, 0 = reserved, 002665 = branch identifier.
Bank profile
Canara Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Intl Operations Br,Chennai branch — IFSC CNRB0002665 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Intl Operations Br,Chennai |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0002665 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | NO.185,I FLOOR,LINGICHETTY, STREET,GEORGE TOWN,, CHENNAI 600041 |
| City | Chennai |
| District | Chennai |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| STD Code | 44 |
| Phone | 26284696 |
Intl Operations Br,Chennai branch overview
Located at NO.185,I FLOOR,LINGICHETTY, STREET,GEORGE TOWN,, CHENNAI 600041, the Intl Operations Br,Chennai branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC CNRB0002665 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.
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 INTL OPERATIONS BR,CHENNAI branch came to be assigned the code CNRB0002665.
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 CNRB0002665, money simply cannot be routed to the INTL OPERATIONS BR,CHENNAI branch electronically.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Intl Operations Br,Chennai branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0002665 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 CNRB0002665.
Banking services available
The Intl Operations Br,Chennai branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 44-26284696.
- 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 CNRB0002665
How to transfer money using IFSC CNRB0002665
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 CNRB0002665 across all three.
How to use IFSC CNRB0002665 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Canara Bank's INTL OPERATIONS BR,CHENNAI 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 CNRB0002665.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Canara Bank and the branch as INTL OPERATIONS BR,CHENNAI.
- 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 INTL OPERATIONS BR,CHENNAI
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Canara Bank's INTL OPERATIONS BR,CHENNAI branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC CNRB0002665 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to Canara Bank INTL OPERATIONS BR,CHENNAI (IFSC CNRB0002665)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC CNRB0002665 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the INTL OPERATIONS BR,CHENNAI branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC CNRB0002665 for Canara Bank – INTL OPERATIONS BR,CHENNAI, 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 – CNRB0002665 | Yes – CNRB0002665 | Yes – CNRB0002665 |
For most retail customers crediting the Intl Operations Br,Chennai 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 CNRB0002665
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 – INTL OPERATIONS BR,CHENNAI is still mapped to IFSC CNRB0002665. 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 CNRB0002665 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 Intl Operations Br,Chennai 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 CNRB0002665 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 Intl Operations Br,Chennai branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC CNRB0002665 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 CNRB0002665
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 – INTL OPERATIONS BR,CHENNAI, 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:
CNRB0002665. - 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 Intl Operations Br,Chennai branch
The branch is located at NO.185,I FLOOR,LINGICHETTY, STREET,GEORGE TOWN,, CHENNAI 600041, which puts it inside Chennai, the broader Chennai district, and the state of Tamil Nadu. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Canara Bank Intl Operations Br,Chennai branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC CNRB0002665 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 44-26284696 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 CNRB0002665 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC CNRB0002665 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 CNRB0002665 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 44-26284696.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
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 Intl Operations Br,Chennai branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC CNRB0002665, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
Canara BankIntl Operations Br,Chennai Branch
NO.185,I FLOOR,LINGICHETTY, STREET,GEORGE TOWN,, CHENNAI 600041
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Phone: 44-26284696
IFSC: CNRB0002665
Frequently asked questions
What is the IFSC code of Canara Bank Intl Operations Br,Chennai branch?
The IFSC code of Canara Bank, Intl Operations Br,Chennai branch is CNRB0002665. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Is IFSC CNRB0002665 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC CNRB0002665 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
What is the phone number of Canara Bank Intl Operations Br,Chennai branch?
You can reach the branch at 44-26284696 during regular banking hours.
Is IFSC CNRB0002665 the same for all accounts at Intl Operations Br,Chennai branch?
Yes. The IFSC CNRB0002665 is shared by every account held at Canara Bank's Intl Operations Br,Chennai branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using CNRB0002665 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Canara Bank – Intl Operations Br,Chennai reflect within 30 minutes.
How do I add Canara Bank Intl Operations Br,Chennai as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CNRB0002665, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Final notes
To recap: CNRB0002665 is the IFSC code of Canara Bank, INTL OPERATIONS BR,CHENNAI 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.
