This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Canara Bank, KAKINADA GANDHINAGAR T E S II branch in KAKINADA. The 11-digit IFSC CNRB0013259 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 KAKINADA GANDHINAGAR T E S II 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 – KAKINADA GANDHINAGAR T E S II is CNRB0013259. The first four letters CNRB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 013259 map to this branch in KAKINADA, ANDHRA PRADESH.
Bank profile
Canara Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Kakinada Gandhinagar T E S Ii branch — IFSC CNRB0013259 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh.
About this branch
The branch is located at POORNA COMPLEX CEMENT ROAD GANDHINAGAR KAKINADA EAST GODAVARI 533 004. It serves the Kakinada 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 CNRB0013259 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Kakinada Gandhinagar T E S Ii |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0013259 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | POORNA COMPLEX CEMENT ROAD GANDHINAGAR KAKINADA EAST GODAVARI 533 004 |
| City | Kakinada |
| District | East Godavari |
| State | Andhra Pradesh |
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 KAKINADA GANDHINAGAR T E S II branch came to be assigned the code CNRB0013259.
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 CNRB0013259, money simply cannot be routed to the KAKINADA GANDHINAGAR T E S II branch electronically.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Kakinada Gandhinagar T E S Ii branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC CNRB0013259 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 CNRB0013259
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 CNRB0013259 across all three.
How to use IFSC CNRB0013259 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Canara Bank's KAKINADA GANDHINAGAR T E S II 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 CNRB0013259.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Canara Bank and the branch as KAKINADA GANDHINAGAR T E S II.
- 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 KAKINADA GANDHINAGAR T E S II
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Canara Bank's KAKINADA GANDHINAGAR T E S II branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC CNRB0013259 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 – KAKINADA GANDHINAGAR T E S II, use IMPS. With IFSC CNRB0013259 and the beneficiary's account number you can move up to ₹5 lakh per transaction with instant credit, any day of the year.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC CNRB0013259 for Canara Bank – KAKINADA GANDHINAGAR T E S II, 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 – CNRB0013259 | Yes – CNRB0013259 | Yes – CNRB0013259 |
For most retail customers crediting the Kakinada Gandhinagar T E S Ii 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 KAKINADA GANDHINAGAR T E S II branch, the IFSC CNRB0013259 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.
Account types you can open at the Kakinada Gandhinagar T E S Ii branch
Once you have an account at Canara Bank – KAKINADA GANDHINAGAR T E S II, the IFSC CNRB0013259 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 Kakinada Gandhinagar T E S Ii 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 CNRB0013259
Online banking and IFSC CNRB0013259
Canara Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the KAKINADA GANDHINAGAR T E S II 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 CNRB0013259 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 Kakinada Gandhinagar T E S Ii branch sits at POORNA COMPLEX CEMENT ROAD GANDHINAGAR KAKINADA EAST GODAVARI 533 004. If you are travelling from outside Kakinada, 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 CNRB0013259 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 – KAKINADA GANDHINAGAR T E S II:
- The IFSC is exactly CNRB0013259 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 KAKINADA GANDHINAGAR T E S II 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 Kakinada Gandhinagar T E S Ii branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC CNRB0013259, however, work 24x7.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC CNRB0013259 for Canara Bank – KAKINADA GANDHINAGAR T E S II, 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.
Branch address & contact
Canara BankKakinada Gandhinagar T E S Ii Branch
POORNA COMPLEX CEMENT ROAD GANDHINAGAR KAKINADA EAST GODAVARI 533 004
Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: CNRB0013259
Frequently asked questions
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 Kakinada Gandhinagar T E S Ii branch but serve different purposes.
How do I add Canara Bank Kakinada Gandhinagar T E S Ii as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CNRB0013259, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Can I use IFSC CNRB0013259 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC CNRB0013259 to send funds instantly.
Is IFSC CNRB0013259 the same for all accounts at Kakinada Gandhinagar T E S Ii branch?
Yes. The IFSC CNRB0013259 is shared by every account held at Canara Bank's Kakinada Gandhinagar T E S Ii branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
What is the IFSC code of Canara Bank Kakinada Gandhinagar T E S Ii branch?
The IFSC code of Canara Bank, Kakinada Gandhinagar T E S Ii branch is CNRB0013259. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using CNRB0013259 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Canara Bank – Kakinada Gandhinagar T E S Ii reflect within 30 minutes.
Does Canara Bank Kakinada Gandhinagar T E S Ii branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on the branch contact number to confirm.
Final notes
To recap: CNRB0013259 is the IFSC code of Canara Bank, KAKINADA GANDHINAGAR T E S II branch, in KAKINADA, ANDHRA 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.


