If you are searching for the IFSC code of Canara Bank, M G ROAD, GANGTOK branch in GANGTOK, SIKKIM, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is CNRB0002337. 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 M G ROAD, GANGTOK branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC CNRB0002337 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.
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 M G ROAD, GANGTOK branch, the IFSC CNRB0002337 breaks down as follows: CNRB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 002337 identifies this particular branch.
Bank profile
Canara Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The M G Road, Gangtok branch — IFSC CNRB0002337 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Gangtok, Sikkim.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | M G Road, Gangtok |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0002337 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | PUNAM CHAND BUILDING M.G.MARG, GANGTOK 737101 |
| City | Gangtok |
| District | East Sikkim |
| State | Sikkim |
| STD Code | 3592 |
| Phone | 203589 |
About this branch
The branch is located at PUNAM CHAND BUILDING M.G.MARG, GANGTOK 737101. It serves the Gangtok 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 CNRB0002337 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 M G ROAD, GANGTOK of Canara Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code CNRB0002337 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 CNRB0002337 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the M G Road, Gangtok branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0002337 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 CNRB0002337.
Banking services available
The M G Road, Gangtok branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 3592-203589.
- 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 CNRB0002337
How to transfer money using IFSC CNRB0002337
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 CNRB0002337 across all three.
How to use IFSC CNRB0002337 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Canara Bank's M G ROAD, GANGTOK 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 CNRB0002337.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Canara Bank and the branch as M G ROAD, GANGTOK.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC CNRB0002337
RTGS (Real-Time Gross Settlement) is the fastest high-value transfer mechanism in India. It is meant for transfers of ₹2 lakh and above and settles each transaction individually and instantly. To remit through RTGS to Canara Bank – M G ROAD, GANGTOK, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC CNRB0002337 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
IMPS to Canara Bank M G ROAD, GANGTOK (IFSC CNRB0002337)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC CNRB0002337 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the M G ROAD, GANGTOK branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC CNRB0002337 for Canara Bank – M G ROAD, GANGTOK, 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 – CNRB0002337 | Yes – CNRB0002337 | Yes – CNRB0002337 |
For most retail customers crediting the M G Road, Gangtok 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 M G ROAD, GANGTOK branch, the IFSC CNRB0002337 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 M G Road, Gangtok 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 CNRB0002337 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 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 CNRB0002337 and the account number together uniquely identify the M G Road, Gangtok branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC CNRB0002337
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 – M G ROAD, GANGTOK, 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:
CNRB0002337. - 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 M G Road, Gangtok branch
The branch is located at PUNAM CHAND BUILDING M.G.MARG, GANGTOK 737101, which puts it inside Gangtok, the broader East Sikkim district, and the state of Sikkim. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Canara Bank M G Road, Gangtok branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC CNRB0002337 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 3592-203589 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 CNRB0002337 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC CNRB0002337 for Canara Bank – M G ROAD, GANGTOK, 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 M G Road, Gangtok 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 CNRB0002337 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Canara BankM G Road, Gangtok Branch
PUNAM CHAND BUILDING M.G.MARG, GANGTOK 737101
Gangtok, Sikkim
Phone: 3592-203589
IFSC: CNRB0002337
Frequently asked questions
Where is Canara Bank M G Road, Gangtok branch located?
Canara Bank's M G Road, Gangtok branch is located at PUNAM CHAND BUILDING M.G.MARG, GANGTOK 737101, Gangtok, Sikkim.
Is IFSC CNRB0002337 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC CNRB0002337 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Is IFSC CNRB0002337 the same for all accounts at M G Road, Gangtok branch?
Yes. The IFSC CNRB0002337 is shared by every account held at Canara Bank's M G Road, Gangtok branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
How do I add Canara Bank M G Road, Gangtok as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CNRB0002337, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using CNRB0002337 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Canara Bank – M G Road, Gangtok reflect within 30 minutes.
What is the IFSC code of Canara Bank M G Road, Gangtok branch?
The IFSC code of Canara Bank, M G Road, Gangtok branch is CNRB0002337. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
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 M G Road, Gangtok branch but serve different purposes.
What is the phone number of Canara Bank M G Road, Gangtok branch?
You can reach the branch at 3592-203589 during regular banking hours.
Summary
The IFSC code CNRB0002337 belongs to Canara Bank's M G ROAD, GANGTOK branch, located at PUNAM CHAND BUILDING M.G.MARG, GANGTOK 737101 in GANGTOK, SIKKIM. 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.
