This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Canara Bank, DAMTAL branch in DAMTAL. The 11-digit IFSC CNRB0005138 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 DAMTAL 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 – DAMTAL is CNRB0005138. The first four letters CNRB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 005138 map to this branch in DAMTAL, HIMACHAL PRADESH.
About the bank
Canara Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Damtal branch in Damtal, Himachal Pradesh is part of this network and uses the IFSC code CNRB0005138 for all electronic settlement.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Damtal |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0005138 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | NH-1, OPP GANESH OIL MILL,DAMTAL, TEHSIL INDORA DISTT. KANGRA - 176403 |
| City | Damtal |
| District | Kangra |
| State | Himachal Pradesh |
| STD Code | 91 |
| Phone | 1234567890 |
About this branch
The branch is located at NH-1, OPP GANESH OIL MILL,DAMTAL, TEHSIL INDORA DISTT. KANGRA - 176403. It serves the Damtal region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of Canara Bank. The IFSC CNRB0005138 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
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 DAMTAL branch came to be assigned the code CNRB0005138.
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 CNRB0005138, money simply cannot be routed to the DAMTAL branch electronically.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Damtal branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0005138 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 CNRB0005138.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Damtal 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 CNRB0005138
How to transfer money using IFSC CNRB0005138
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 CNRB0005138 across all three.
How to use IFSC CNRB0005138 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Canara Bank's DAMTAL 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 CNRB0005138.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Canara Bank and the branch as DAMTAL.
- 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 DAMTAL
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Canara Bank's DAMTAL branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC CNRB0005138 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to Canara Bank DAMTAL (IFSC CNRB0005138)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC CNRB0005138 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the DAMTAL branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC CNRB0005138 for Canara Bank – DAMTAL, 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 – CNRB0005138 | Yes – CNRB0005138 | Yes – CNRB0005138 |
For most retail customers crediting the Damtal 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 DAMTAL branch, the IFSC CNRB0005138 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.
Online banking and IFSC CNRB0005138
Canara Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the DAMTAL 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 CNRB0005138 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.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Damtal branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC CNRB0005138 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.
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 – DAMTAL:
- The IFSC is exactly CNRB0005138 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 DAMTAL 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.
How to reach the Damtal branch
The branch is located at NH-1, OPP GANESH OIL MILL,DAMTAL, TEHSIL INDORA DISTT. KANGRA - 176403, which puts it inside Damtal, the broader Kangra district, and the state of Himachal Pradesh. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Canara Bank Damtal branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC CNRB0005138 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 91-1234567890 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 CNRB0005138 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC CNRB0005138 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 CNRB0005138 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 Damtal 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 CNRB0005138 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Canara BankDamtal Branch
NH-1, OPP GANESH OIL MILL,DAMTAL, TEHSIL INDORA DISTT. KANGRA - 176403
Damtal, Himachal Pradesh
Phone: 91-1234567890
IFSC: CNRB0005138
Frequently asked questions
Can I use IFSC CNRB0005138 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC CNRB0005138 to send funds instantly.
Is IFSC CNRB0005138 the same for all accounts at Damtal branch?
Yes. The IFSC CNRB0005138 is shared by every account held at Canara Bank's Damtal branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using CNRB0005138 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Canara Bank – Damtal reflect within 30 minutes.
How do I add Canara Bank Damtal as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CNRB0005138, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Where is Canara Bank Damtal branch located?
Canara Bank's Damtal branch is located at NH-1, OPP GANESH OIL MILL,DAMTAL, TEHSIL INDORA DISTT. KANGRA - 176403, Damtal, Himachal Pradesh.
Is IFSC CNRB0005138 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC CNRB0005138 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
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 Damtal branch but serve different purposes.
What is the IFSC code of Canara Bank Damtal branch?
The IFSC code of Canara Bank, Damtal branch is CNRB0005138. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Final notes
To recap: CNRB0005138 is the IFSC code of Canara Bank, DAMTAL branch, in DAMTAL, HIMACHAL PRADESH. 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.
