This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Canara Bank, GRAND CENTRAL, MADURAI branch in MADURAI. The 11-digit IFSC CNRB0001008 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 GRAND CENTRAL, MADURAI 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.
IFSC stands for Indian Financial System Code. It is an 11-character code that pinpoints a particular bank branch on the RBI's real-time payment rails. Every NEFT, RTGS or IMPS instruction must carry the destination branch's IFSC for the credit to land in the correct account.
In our case, CNRB0001008 is the IFSC of Canara Bank's GRAND CENTRAL, MADURAI branch. The format is fixed: CNRB = bank code, 0 = reserved, 001008 = branch identifier.
About the bank
Canara Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Grand Central, Madurai branch in Madurai, Tamil Nadu is part of this network and uses the IFSC code CNRB0001008 for all electronic settlement.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Grand Central, Madurai |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0001008 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | P.B.NO.197 118 B WEST PERUMAL MAISTRY STREET MADURAI 625001 |
| City | Madurai |
| District | Madurai |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| STD Code | 452 |
| Phone | 2343191 |
Grand Central, Madurai branch overview
Located at P.B.NO.197 118 B WEST PERUMAL MAISTRY STREET MADURAI 625001, the Grand Central, Madurai branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC CNRB0001008 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 GRAND CENTRAL, MADURAI branch came to be assigned the code CNRB0001008.
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 CNRB0001008, money simply cannot be routed to the GRAND CENTRAL, MADURAI branch electronically.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Grand Central, Madurai branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0001008 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 CNRB0001008.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Grand Central, Madurai branch can access most of Canara Bank's standard product suite, including:
- Account opening – savings, current, NRI, salary
- Term deposits and recurring deposits
- Retail and small-business loans
- Insurance and mutual-fund tie-ups
- Locker, safe deposit and ATM card services
- Online and mobile banking activation
- Electronic transfers via IFSC CNRB0001008
How to transfer money using IFSC CNRB0001008
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 CNRB0001008 across all three.
How to use IFSC CNRB0001008 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Canara Bank's GRAND CENTRAL, MADURAI 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 CNRB0001008.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Canara Bank and the branch as GRAND CENTRAL, MADURAI.
- 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 GRAND CENTRAL, MADURAI
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Canara Bank's GRAND CENTRAL, MADURAI branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC CNRB0001008 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 – GRAND CENTRAL, MADURAI, use IMPS. With IFSC CNRB0001008 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 CNRB0001008 for Canara Bank – GRAND CENTRAL, MADURAI, 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 – CNRB0001008 | Yes – CNRB0001008 | Yes – CNRB0001008 |
For most retail customers crediting the Grand Central, Madurai 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 GRAND CENTRAL, MADURAI branch, the IFSC CNRB0001008 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.
Online banking and IFSC CNRB0001008
Canara Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the GRAND CENTRAL, MADURAI 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 CNRB0001008 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.
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 CNRB0001008 and the account number together uniquely identify the Grand Central, Madurai branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
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 – GRAND CENTRAL, MADURAI:
- The IFSC is exactly CNRB0001008 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 GRAND CENTRAL, MADURAI 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 Grand Central, Madurai branch
The branch is located at P.B.NO.197 118 B WEST PERUMAL MAISTRY STREET MADURAI 625001, which puts it inside Madurai, the broader Madurai district, and the state of Tamil Nadu. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Canara Bank Grand Central, Madurai branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC CNRB0001008 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 452-2343191 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 CNRB0001008 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC CNRB0001008 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 CNRB0001008 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 452-2343191.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Working hours
Branch counters at Grand Central, Madurai 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 CNRB0001008 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Canara BankGrand Central, Madurai Branch
P.B.NO.197 118 B WEST PERUMAL MAISTRY STREET MADURAI 625001
Madurai, Tamil Nadu
Phone: 452-2343191
IFSC: CNRB0001008
Frequently asked questions
What is the IFSC code of Canara Bank Grand Central, Madurai branch?
The IFSC code of Canara Bank, Grand Central, Madurai branch is CNRB0001008. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Is IFSC CNRB0001008 the same for all accounts at Grand Central, Madurai branch?
Yes. The IFSC CNRB0001008 is shared by every account held at Canara Bank's Grand Central, Madurai branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Can I use IFSC CNRB0001008 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC CNRB0001008 to send funds instantly.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using CNRB0001008 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Canara Bank – Grand Central, Madurai reflect within 30 minutes.
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 Grand Central, Madurai branch but serve different purposes.
What is the phone number of Canara Bank Grand Central, Madurai branch?
You can reach the branch at 452-2343191 during regular banking hours.
Is IFSC CNRB0001008 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC CNRB0001008 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
How do I add Canara Bank Grand Central, Madurai as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CNRB0001008, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Final notes
To recap: CNRB0001008 is the IFSC code of Canara Bank, GRAND CENTRAL, MADURAI branch, in MADURAI, 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.
