Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Canara Bank's TANTISAL branch in KHANAKUL, WEST BENGAL. The branch's IFSC code CNRB0005168 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.
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 – TANTISAL is CNRB0005168. The first four letters CNRB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 005168 map to this branch in KHANAKUL, WEST BENGAL.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Tantisal |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0005168 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | CANARA BANK,VIL KURKURI PO TANTISAL,DIST HOOGHLY,TANTISAL,WEST BENGAL PIN 712412 |
| City | Khanakul |
| District | Hooghly |
| State | West Bengal |
| STD Code | 33 |
| Phone | 22807764 |
Bank profile
Canara Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Tantisal branch — IFSC CNRB0005168 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Khanakul, West Bengal.
About the Tantisal branch
The Tantisal branch of Canara Bank is situated at CANARA BANK,VIL KURKURI PO TANTISAL,DIST HOOGHLY,TANTISAL,WEST BENGAL PIN 712412. 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 CNRB0005168 is used.
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 TANTISAL of Canara Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code CNRB0005168 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 CNRB0005168 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
How to transfer money using IFSC CNRB0005168
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 CNRB0005168 across all three.
How to use IFSC CNRB0005168 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Canara Bank's TANTISAL 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 CNRB0005168.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Canara Bank and the branch as TANTISAL.
- 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 TANTISAL
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Canara Bank's TANTISAL branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC CNRB0005168 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 – TANTISAL, use IMPS. With IFSC CNRB0005168 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 CNRB0005168 for Canara Bank – TANTISAL, 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 – CNRB0005168 | Yes – CNRB0005168 | Yes – CNRB0005168 |
For most retail customers crediting the Tantisal 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 CNRB0005168
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 – TANTISAL is still mapped to IFSC CNRB0005168. 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 CNRB0005168 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Tantisal branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0005168 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 CNRB0005168.
Banking services available
The Tantisal branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 33-22807764.
- 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 CNRB0005168
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Tantisal branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC CNRB0005168 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.
Online banking and IFSC CNRB0005168
Canara Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the TANTISAL 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 CNRB0005168 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.
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 – TANTISAL:
- The IFSC is exactly CNRB0005168 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 TANTISAL 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.
How to reach the Tantisal branch
The branch is located at CANARA BANK,VIL KURKURI PO TANTISAL,DIST HOOGHLY,TANTISAL,WEST BENGAL PIN 712412, which puts it inside Khanakul, the broader Hooghly district, and the state of West Bengal. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Canara Bank Tantisal branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC CNRB0005168 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 33-22807764 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 CNRB0005168 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC CNRB0005168 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 CNRB0005168 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 33-22807764.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
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 Tantisal branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC CNRB0005168, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
Canara BankTantisal Branch
CANARA BANK,VIL KURKURI PO TANTISAL,DIST HOOGHLY,TANTISAL,WEST BENGAL PIN 712412
Khanakul, West Bengal
Phone: 33-22807764
IFSC: CNRB0005168
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 Tantisal branch but serve different purposes.
What is the IFSC code of Canara Bank Tantisal branch?
The IFSC code of Canara Bank, Tantisal branch is CNRB0005168. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
How do I add Canara Bank Tantisal as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CNRB0005168, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Does Canara Bank Tantisal branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 33-22807764 to confirm.
Is IFSC CNRB0005168 the same for all accounts at Tantisal branch?
Yes. The IFSC CNRB0005168 is shared by every account held at Canara Bank's Tantisal branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Where is Canara Bank Tantisal branch located?
Canara Bank's Tantisal branch is located at CANARA BANK,VIL KURKURI PO TANTISAL,DIST HOOGHLY,TANTISAL,WEST BENGAL PIN 712412, Khanakul, West Bengal.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using CNRB0005168 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Canara Bank – Tantisal reflect within 30 minutes.
Final notes
To recap: CNRB0005168 is the IFSC code of Canara Bank, TANTISAL branch, in KHANAKUL, WEST BENGAL. 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.
