This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Canara Bank, SME SULABH CHENNAI I branch in CHENNAI. The 11-digit IFSC CNRB0006687 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 SME SULABH CHENNAI I 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 SME SULABH CHENNAI I branch, the IFSC CNRB0006687 breaks down as follows: CNRB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 006687 identifies this particular branch.
About Canara Bank
Canara Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the SME Sulabh Chennai I branch in Chennai. 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, CNRB0006687.
SME Sulabh Chennai I branch overview
Located at CANARA BANK 524 ANNA SALAI TEYNAMPET TEYNAMPET TAMIL NADU 600018, the SME Sulabh Chennai I branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC CNRB0006687 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | SME Sulabh Chennai I |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0006687 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | CANARA BANK 524 ANNA SALAI TEYNAMPET TEYNAMPET TAMIL NADU 600018 |
| City | Chennai |
| District | Chennai |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| STD Code | 44 |
| Phone | 24331301 |
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 SME SULABH CHENNAI I branch came to be assigned the code CNRB0006687.
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 CNRB0006687, money simply cannot be routed to the SME SULABH CHENNAI I branch electronically.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the SME Sulabh Chennai I branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC CNRB0006687 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 CNRB0006687
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 CNRB0006687 across all three.
How to use IFSC CNRB0006687 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Canara Bank's SME SULABH CHENNAI I 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 CNRB0006687.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Canara Bank and the branch as SME SULABH CHENNAI I.
- 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 SME SULABH CHENNAI I
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Canara Bank's SME SULABH CHENNAI I branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC CNRB0006687 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to Canara Bank SME SULABH CHENNAI I (IFSC CNRB0006687)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC CNRB0006687 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the SME SULABH CHENNAI I branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC CNRB0006687 for Canara Bank – SME SULABH CHENNAI I, 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 – CNRB0006687 | Yes – CNRB0006687 | Yes – CNRB0006687 |
For most retail customers crediting the SME Sulabh Chennai I 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 CNRB0006687
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 – SME SULABH CHENNAI I is still mapped to IFSC CNRB0006687. 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 CNRB0006687 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the SME Sulabh Chennai I branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0006687 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 CNRB0006687.
Products and services
Customers walking into the SME Sulabh Chennai I 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 CNRB0006687
Online banking and IFSC CNRB0006687
Canara Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the SME SULABH CHENNAI I 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 CNRB0006687 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.
Reaching the branch
The SME Sulabh Chennai I branch sits at CANARA BANK 524 ANNA SALAI TEYNAMPET TEYNAMPET TAMIL NADU 600018. If you are travelling from outside Chennai, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 44-24331301 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 CNRB0006687 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 – SME SULABH CHENNAI I:
- The IFSC is exactly CNRB0006687 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 SME SULABH CHENNAI I 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 SME Sulabh Chennai I branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC CNRB0006687, however, work 24x7.
Verifying IFSC CNRB0006687 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 CNRB0006687 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 44-24331301.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Branch address & contact
Canara BankSME Sulabh Chennai I Branch
CANARA BANK 524 ANNA SALAI TEYNAMPET TEYNAMPET TAMIL NADU 600018
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Phone: 44-24331301
IFSC: CNRB0006687
Frequently asked questions
How do I add Canara Bank SME Sulabh Chennai I as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CNRB0006687, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Can I use IFSC CNRB0006687 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC CNRB0006687 to send funds instantly.
Is IFSC CNRB0006687 the same for all accounts at SME Sulabh Chennai I branch?
Yes. The IFSC CNRB0006687 is shared by every account held at Canara Bank's SME Sulabh Chennai I branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Is IFSC CNRB0006687 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC CNRB0006687 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Where is Canara Bank SME Sulabh Chennai I branch located?
Canara Bank's SME Sulabh Chennai I branch is located at CANARA BANK 524 ANNA SALAI TEYNAMPET TEYNAMPET TAMIL NADU 600018, Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
What is the phone number of Canara Bank SME Sulabh Chennai I branch?
You can reach the branch at 44-24331301 during regular banking hours.
Final notes
To recap: CNRB0006687 is the IFSC code of Canara Bank, SME SULABH CHENNAI I 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.


