Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Canara Bank's PALIA branch in DHAMMAUR, UTTAR PRADESH. The branch's IFSC code CNRB0003697 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.
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, CNRB0003697 is the IFSC of Canara Bank's PALIA branch. The format is fixed: CNRB = bank code, 0 = reserved, 003697 = branch identifier.
Bank profile
Canara Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Palia branch — IFSC CNRB0003697 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Dhammaur, Uttar Pradesh.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Palia |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0003697 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | CANARA BANK, VILL PALIYA P.O. - DHAMMOUR DT SULTANPUR |
| City | Dhammaur |
| District | Sultanpur |
| State | Uttar Pradesh |
| STD Code | 5362 |
| Phone | 255045 |
About this branch
The branch is located at CANARA BANK, VILL PALIYA P.O. - DHAMMOUR DT SULTANPUR. It serves the Dhammaur 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 CNRB0003697 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
Why every Canara Bank branch has a unique IFSC
Before electronic settlement systems went live in India, money transfers between banks relied heavily on demand drafts, mail transfers and telegraphic transfers. These older instruments routinely took days to clear and were prone to misrouting because there was no single machine-readable identifier for a branch. The Reserve Bank of India solved this by issuing each participating branch — including PALIA of Canara Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code CNRB0003697 is therefore not just an internal reference; it is the digital postcode that lets the RBI's NEFT, RTGS and IMPS rails route funds straight to the right branch ledger without any human intervention.
Today, almost every salary credit, vendor payment, refund and EMI deduction in the country flows through this network, which is exactly why a correct IFSC matters so much. A wrong character can either bounce the transfer or send it to the wrong branch, and reversing such a credit is a manual, time-consuming process. Treat IFSC CNRB0003697 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
Account types you can open at the Palia branch
Once you have an account at Canara Bank – PALIA, the IFSC CNRB0003697 stays the same regardless of the type of account you hold. The branch typically supports the following options:
- Savings account — for individuals, with chequebook, ATM card and net-banking access.
- Current account — for sole proprietors, partnerships and companies that need higher transaction volumes.
- Salary account — opened in bulk for corporate employees, often with zero-balance benefits.
- NRE / NRO accounts — for non-resident Indians who want to repatriate or maintain rupee balances in India.
- Fixed deposit and recurring deposit — term-based investment accounts with quarterly or cumulative interest.
- Senior citizen accounts — concessional minimum balance and a small interest rate premium on FDs.
- Minor and student accounts — operated jointly with a guardian until the customer turns 18.
Eligibility, minimum balance and KYC requirements vary by product. Speak to a relationship officer at the branch for the latest schedule of charges and interest rates.
Banking services available
The Palia branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 5362-255045.
- 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 CNRB0003697
How to transfer money using IFSC CNRB0003697
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 CNRB0003697 across all three.
NEFT to Canara Bank, PALIA using IFSC CNRB0003697
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 CNRB0003697, and confirm that the system picks up Canara Bank – PALIA. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to PALIA
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Canara Bank's PALIA branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC CNRB0003697 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 – PALIA, use IMPS. With IFSC CNRB0003697 and the beneficiary's account number you can move up to ₹5 lakh per transaction with instant credit, any day of the year.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Palia
The right transfer rail depends on how urgent the payment is, how large it is, and whether the receiving bank participates in the chosen scheme. Every option below works with the IFSC CNRB0003697:
- NEFT — best for everyday transfers of any amount; settles in half-hourly batches around the clock.
- RTGS — best for transfers of ₹2 lakh and above; settles each transaction individually in real time.
- IMPS — best when speed matters more than batch scheduling; instant credit up to ₹5 lakh.
- UPI — best for small peer-to-peer payments using a VPA; the underlying account at PALIA is still linked to IFSC CNRB0003697.
For salary credits, vendor payouts and refunds, employers and merchants usually default to NEFT because of its zero per-transaction cost for retail customers and its 24x7 availability.
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 PALIA branch, the IFSC CNRB0003697 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.
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Palia 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 CNRB0003697 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 Palia branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC CNRB0003697 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 – PALIA:
- The IFSC is exactly CNRB0003697 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 PALIA 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.
Reaching the branch
The Palia branch sits at CANARA BANK, VILL PALIYA P.O. - DHAMMOUR DT SULTANPUR. If you are travelling from outside Dhammaur, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 5362-255045 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 CNRB0003697 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC CNRB0003697 for Canara Bank – PALIA, 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 Palia 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 CNRB0003697 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Canara BankPalia Branch
CANARA BANK, VILL PALIYA P.O. - DHAMMOUR DT SULTANPUR
Dhammaur, Uttar Pradesh
Phone: 5362-255045
IFSC: CNRB0003697
Frequently asked questions
Where is Canara Bank Palia branch located?
Canara Bank's Palia branch is located at CANARA BANK, VILL PALIYA P.O. - DHAMMOUR DT SULTANPUR, Dhammaur, Uttar Pradesh.
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 Palia branch but serve different purposes.
Is IFSC CNRB0003697 the same for all accounts at Palia branch?
Yes. The IFSC CNRB0003697 is shared by every account held at Canara Bank's Palia branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
How do I add Canara Bank Palia as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CNRB0003697, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
What is the IFSC code of Canara Bank Palia branch?
The IFSC code of Canara Bank, Palia branch is CNRB0003697. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Can I use IFSC CNRB0003697 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC CNRB0003697 to send funds instantly.
Does Canara Bank Palia branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 5362-255045 to confirm.
Final notes
To recap: CNRB0003697 is the IFSC code of Canara Bank, PALIA branch, in DHAMMAUR, UTTAR 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.


