Below are the complete branch details for Canara Bank, MAHALINGAPUR branch, located in MAHALINGPUR, KARNATAKA. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is CNRB0002796. Whether you want to transfer money, add a beneficiary, verify a cheque or simply confirm the branch address, you will find authentic, up-to-date information on this page that has been cross-checked against the bank's branch directory and the RBI's master list of participants in the National Electronic Funds Transfer system.
The IFSC code is one of the most frequently asked-for pieces of information when somebody wants to send you money or set up a recurring credit such as a salary, EMI auto-debit or supplier payment. Knowing exactly which IFSC belongs to your branch — in this case CNRB0002796 for Canara Bank – MAHALINGAPUR — saves you from rejected transfers, returned credits and the back-and-forth that follows them.
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 – MAHALINGAPUR is CNRB0002796. The first four letters CNRB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 002796 map to this branch in MAHALINGPUR, KARNATAKA.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Mahalingapur |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0002796 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | OPP MAHALAXMI TALKIES, A P M C ROAD, MAHALINGAPUR, DIST BAGALKOT, KARNATAKA -587312 |
| City | Mahalingpur |
| District | Bagalkote |
| State | Karnataka |
| STD Code | 8350 |
| Phone | 2701462 |
Bank profile
Canara Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Mahalingapur branch — IFSC CNRB0002796 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Mahalingpur, Karnataka.
About the Mahalingapur branch
The Mahalingapur branch of Canara Bank is situated at OPP MAHALAXMI TALKIES, A P M C ROAD, MAHALINGAPUR, DIST BAGALKOT, KARNATAKA -587312. 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 CNRB0002796 is used.
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 MAHALINGAPUR branch came to be assigned the code CNRB0002796.
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 CNRB0002796, money simply cannot be routed to the MAHALINGAPUR branch electronically.
How to transfer money using IFSC CNRB0002796
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 CNRB0002796 across all three.
How to use IFSC CNRB0002796 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Canara Bank's MAHALINGAPUR 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 CNRB0002796.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Canara Bank and the branch as MAHALINGAPUR.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC CNRB0002796
RTGS (Real-Time Gross Settlement) is the fastest high-value transfer mechanism in India. It is meant for transfers of ₹2 lakh and above and settles each transaction individually and instantly. To remit through RTGS to Canara Bank – MAHALINGAPUR, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC CNRB0002796 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Canara Bank – MAHALINGAPUR, use IMPS. With IFSC CNRB0002796 and the beneficiary's account number you can move up to ₹5 lakh per transaction with instant credit, any day of the year.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Mahalingapur
The right transfer rail depends on how urgent the payment is, how large it is, and whether the receiving bank participates in the chosen scheme. Every option below works with the IFSC CNRB0002796:
- NEFT — best for everyday transfers of any amount; settles in half-hourly batches around the clock.
- RTGS — best for transfers of ₹2 lakh and above; settles each transaction individually in real time.
- IMPS — best when speed matters more than batch scheduling; instant credit up to ₹5 lakh.
- UPI — best for small peer-to-peer payments using a VPA; the underlying account at MAHALINGAPUR is still linked to IFSC CNRB0002796.
For salary credits, vendor payouts and refunds, employers and merchants usually default to NEFT because of its zero per-transaction cost for retail customers and its 24x7 availability.
UPI payments and IFSC CNRB0002796
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 – MAHALINGAPUR is still mapped to IFSC CNRB0002796. 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 CNRB0002796 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Mahalingapur branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0002796 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 CNRB0002796.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Mahalingapur 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 CNRB0002796
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 CNRB0002796 and the account number together uniquely identify the Mahalingapur branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
Online banking and IFSC CNRB0002796
Canara Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the MAHALINGAPUR 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 CNRB0002796 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 – MAHALINGAPUR:
- The IFSC is exactly CNRB0002796 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 MAHALINGAPUR 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.
Reaching the branch
The Mahalingapur branch sits at OPP MAHALAXMI TALKIES, A P M C ROAD, MAHALINGAPUR, DIST BAGALKOT, KARNATAKA -587312. If you are travelling from outside Mahalingpur, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 8350-2701462 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 CNRB0002796 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC CNRB0002796 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 CNRB0002796 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 8350-2701462.
- 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 Mahalingapur branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC CNRB0002796, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
Canara BankMahalingapur Branch
OPP MAHALAXMI TALKIES, A P M C ROAD, MAHALINGAPUR, DIST BAGALKOT, KARNATAKA -587312
Mahalingpur, Karnataka
Phone: 8350-2701462
IFSC: CNRB0002796
Frequently asked questions
Does Canara Bank Mahalingapur branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 8350-2701462 to confirm.
Can I use IFSC CNRB0002796 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC CNRB0002796 to send funds instantly.
How do I add Canara Bank Mahalingapur as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CNRB0002796, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using CNRB0002796 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Canara Bank – Mahalingapur reflect within 30 minutes.
Is IFSC CNRB0002796 the same for all accounts at Mahalingapur branch?
Yes. The IFSC CNRB0002796 is shared by every account held at Canara Bank's Mahalingapur branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Is IFSC CNRB0002796 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC CNRB0002796 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Where is Canara Bank Mahalingapur branch located?
Canara Bank's Mahalingapur branch is located at OPP MAHALAXMI TALKIES, A P M C ROAD, MAHALINGAPUR, DIST BAGALKOT, KARNATAKA -587312, Mahalingpur, Karnataka.
Final notes
To recap: CNRB0002796 is the IFSC code of Canara Bank, MAHALINGAPUR branch, in MAHALINGPUR, KARNATAKA. 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.
