If you are searching for the IFSC code of Canara Bank, FARIDPUR branch in FARIDPUR, BIHAR, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is CNRB0017401. You can use it for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers, online banking add-payee actions, UPI mandates and any other electronic payment request that asks for an Indian Financial System Code. The information on this page is curated specifically for customers, remitters, employers and businesses who need to credit funds to an account maintained at this branch, and it is structured so you can find what you need within a few seconds of landing here.
You will see the complete branch address, the area STD code and phone number, the city and state, the day-to-day banking services that are typically offered at the FARIDPUR branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC CNRB0017401 across NEFT, RTGS and IMPS rails. A frequently-asked-questions section at the end answers the most common queries we receive about this particular 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 – FARIDPUR is CNRB0017401. The first four letters CNRB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 017401 map to this branch in FARIDPUR, BIHAR.
About the bank
Canara Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Faridpur branch in Faridpur, Bihar is part of this network and uses the IFSC code CNRB0017401 for all electronic settlement.
About the Faridpur branch
The Faridpur branch of Canara Bank is situated at CANARA BANK FARIDPUR BRANCH PO PIRBADHONA VIA NAGARNOUSA FARIDPUR BIHAR 801305. Customers visiting this branch can complete cash deposits, withdrawals, demand draft requests, cheque clearing, passbook updates and KYC formalities. For online transactions to or from this branch, the IFSC code CNRB0017401 is used.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Faridpur |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0017401 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | CANARA BANK FARIDPUR BRANCH PO PIRBADHONA VIA NAGARNOUSA FARIDPUR BIHAR 801305 |
| City | Faridpur |
| District | Patna |
| State | Bihar |
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 FARIDPUR of Canara Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code CNRB0017401 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 CNRB0017401 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
MICR code & cheque clearing
Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by Canara Bank carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC CNRB0017401 and the account number together uniquely identify the Faridpur branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
How to transfer money using IFSC CNRB0017401
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 CNRB0017401 across all three.
NEFT to Canara Bank, FARIDPUR using IFSC CNRB0017401
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 CNRB0017401, and confirm that the system picks up Canara Bank – FARIDPUR. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to FARIDPUR
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Canara Bank's FARIDPUR branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC CNRB0017401 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to Canara Bank FARIDPUR (IFSC CNRB0017401)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC CNRB0017401 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the FARIDPUR branch account within seconds.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Faridpur
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 CNRB0017401:
- 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 FARIDPUR is still linked to IFSC CNRB0017401.
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.
UPI payments and IFSC CNRB0017401
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 – FARIDPUR is still mapped to IFSC CNRB0017401. 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 CNRB0017401 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Faridpur branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0017401 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 CNRB0017401.
Banking services available
The Faridpur 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 CNRB0017401
Online banking and IFSC CNRB0017401
Canara Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the FARIDPUR 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 CNRB0017401 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 Faridpur branch sits at CANARA BANK FARIDPUR BRANCH PO PIRBADHONA VIA NAGARNOUSA FARIDPUR BIHAR 801305. If you are travelling from outside Faridpur, 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 CNRB0017401 and your account number.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC CNRB0017401
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 – FARIDPUR, 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:
CNRB0017401. - 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.
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 Faridpur branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC CNRB0017401, however, work 24x7.
Verifying IFSC CNRB0017401 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 CNRB0017401 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on the branch contact number.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Branch address & contact
Canara BankFaridpur Branch
CANARA BANK FARIDPUR BRANCH PO PIRBADHONA VIA NAGARNOUSA FARIDPUR BIHAR 801305
Faridpur, Bihar
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: CNRB0017401
Frequently asked questions
Is IFSC CNRB0017401 the same for all accounts at Faridpur branch?
Yes. The IFSC CNRB0017401 is shared by every account held at Canara Bank's Faridpur branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
How do I add Canara Bank Faridpur as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CNRB0017401, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Can I use IFSC CNRB0017401 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC CNRB0017401 to send funds instantly.
Is IFSC CNRB0017401 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC CNRB0017401 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 Faridpur branch but serve different purposes.
Where is Canara Bank Faridpur branch located?
Canara Bank's Faridpur branch is located at CANARA BANK FARIDPUR BRANCH PO PIRBADHONA VIA NAGARNOUSA FARIDPUR BIHAR 801305, Faridpur, Bihar.
Does Canara Bank Faridpur branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on the branch contact number to confirm.
Summary
The IFSC code CNRB0017401 belongs to Canara Bank's FARIDPUR branch, located at CANARA BANK FARIDPUR BRANCH PO PIRBADHONA VIA NAGARNOUSA FARIDPUR BIHAR 801305 in FARIDPUR, BIHAR. Use this code along with the beneficiary's account number for any NEFT, RTGS or IMPS transfer to this branch. Bookmark this page for quick reference whenever you need the branch's banking details.
