Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Canara Bank's KANIYUR branch in KANIYUR, TAMIL NADU. The branch's IFSC code CNRB0016146 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.
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 KANIYUR branch, the IFSC CNRB0016146 breaks down as follows: CNRB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 016146 identifies this particular branch.
About the bank
Canara Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Kaniyur branch in Kaniyur, Tamil Nadu is part of this network and uses the IFSC code CNRB0016146 for all electronic settlement.
About this branch
The branch is located at PARK ENGINEERING COLLEGE CAMPUS KANIYUR PIN CODE 641659 COIMBATORE DT. It serves the Kaniyur 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 CNRB0016146 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Kaniyur |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0016146 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | PARK ENGINEERING COLLEGE CAMPUS KANIYUR PIN CODE 641659 COIMBATORE DT |
| City | Kaniyur |
| District | Coimbatore |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
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 KANIYUR branch came to be assigned the code CNRB0016146.
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 CNRB0016146, money simply cannot be routed to the KANIYUR branch electronically.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Kaniyur branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC CNRB0016146 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 CNRB0016146
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 CNRB0016146 across all three.
NEFT to Canara Bank, KANIYUR using IFSC CNRB0016146
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 CNRB0016146, and confirm that the system picks up Canara Bank – KANIYUR. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to KANIYUR
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Canara Bank's KANIYUR branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC CNRB0016146 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to Canara Bank KANIYUR (IFSC CNRB0016146)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC CNRB0016146 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the KANIYUR branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC CNRB0016146 for Canara Bank – KANIYUR, 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 – CNRB0016146 | Yes – CNRB0016146 | Yes – CNRB0016146 |
For most retail customers crediting the Kaniyur 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.
UPI payments and IFSC CNRB0016146
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 – KANIYUR is still mapped to IFSC CNRB0016146. 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 CNRB0016146 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Kaniyur branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0016146 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 CNRB0016146.
Banking services available
The Kaniyur 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 CNRB0016146
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Kaniyur 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 CNRB0016146 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.
How to reach the Kaniyur branch
The branch is located at PARK ENGINEERING COLLEGE CAMPUS KANIYUR PIN CODE 641659 COIMBATORE DT, which puts it inside Kaniyur, the broader Coimbatore district, and the state of Tamil Nadu. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Canara Bank Kaniyur branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC CNRB0016146 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling the branch contact number 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 CNRB0016146 and your account number.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC CNRB0016146
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 – KANIYUR, 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:
CNRB0016146. - 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 Kaniyur branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC CNRB0016146, however, work 24x7.
Verifying IFSC CNRB0016146 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 CNRB0016146 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 BankKaniyur Branch
PARK ENGINEERING COLLEGE CAMPUS KANIYUR PIN CODE 641659 COIMBATORE DT
Kaniyur, Tamil Nadu
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: CNRB0016146
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 Kaniyur branch but serve different purposes.
What is the IFSC code of Canara Bank Kaniyur branch?
The IFSC code of Canara Bank, Kaniyur branch is CNRB0016146. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
How do I add Canara Bank Kaniyur as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CNRB0016146, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Does Canara Bank Kaniyur branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on the branch contact number to confirm.
Is IFSC CNRB0016146 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC CNRB0016146 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Is IFSC CNRB0016146 the same for all accounts at Kaniyur branch?
Yes. The IFSC CNRB0016146 is shared by every account held at Canara Bank's Kaniyur branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Final notes
To recap: CNRB0016146 is the IFSC code of Canara Bank, KANIYUR branch, in KANIYUR, TAMIL NADU. 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.
