IFSC Code of Canara Bank, Kilaiyur Branch, Tamil Nadu

If you are searching for the IFSC code of Canara Bank, KILAIYUR branch in KILAIYUR, TAMIL NADU, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is CNRB0001891. 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 KILAIYUR branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC CNRB0001891 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 KILAIYUR branch, the IFSC CNRB0001891 breaks down as follows: CNRB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 001891 identifies this particular branch.

Branch details at a glance

Bank profile

Canara Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Kilaiyur branch — IFSC CNRB0001891 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Kilaiyur, Tamil Nadu.

Kilaiyur branch overview

Located at BS NO.180/15 AND 180/26, UDAYARUPPU STREET,, KILAIYUR, DIST NAGAPATTINAM, TAMIL NADU - 609 304, the Kilaiyur branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC CNRB0001891 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.

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 KILAIYUR branch came to be assigned the code CNRB0001891.

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 CNRB0001891, money simply cannot be routed to the KILAIYUR branch electronically.

How to transfer money using IFSC CNRB0001891

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 CNRB0001891 across all three.

NEFT to Canara Bank, KILAIYUR using IFSC CNRB0001891

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 CNRB0001891, and confirm that the system picks up Canara Bank – KILAIYUR. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

Real-Time Gross Settlement to KILAIYUR

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Canara Bank's KILAIYUR branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC CNRB0001891 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

IMPS to Canara Bank KILAIYUR (IFSC CNRB0001891)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC CNRB0001891 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the KILAIYUR branch account within seconds.

NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?

All three modes accept the IFSC CNRB0001891 for Canara Bank – KILAIYUR, 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.

For most retail customers crediting the Kilaiyur 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 KILAIYUR branch, the IFSC CNRB0001891 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.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Kilaiyur branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0001891 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 CNRB0001891.

Banking services available

The Kilaiyur branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 4364-241052.

• 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 CNRB0001891

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 CNRB0001891 and the account number together uniquely identify the Kilaiyur branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.

Digital banking channels

Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Kilaiyur 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 CNRB0001891 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.

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 – KILAIYUR:

• The IFSC is exactly CNRB0001891 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 KILAIYUR 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 Kilaiyur branch

The branch is located at BS NO.180/15 AND 180/26, UDAYARUPPU STREET,, KILAIYUR, DIST NAGAPATTINAM, TAMIL NADU - 609 304, which puts it inside Kilaiyur, the broader Nagapattinam district, and the state of Tamil Nadu. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Canara Bank Kilaiyur branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC CNRB0001891 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 4364-241052 before stepping out, especially around public holidays.
3. 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 CNRB0001891 and your account number.

Verifying IFSC CNRB0001891 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 CNRB0001891 by:

• Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
• Opening the passbook's first page.
• Calling the branch directly on 4364-241052.
• Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.

Working hours

Branch counters at Kilaiyur 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 CNRB0001891 continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code CNRB0001891 belongs to Canara Bank's KILAIYUR branch, located at BS NO.180/15 AND 180/26, UDAYARUPPU STREET,, KILAIYUR, DIST NAGAPATTINAM,… in KILAIYUR, TAMIL NADU. 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.