IFSC Code of Canara Bank, Rah Malappuram Branch, Kerala

Below are the complete branch details for Canara Bank, RAH MALAPPURAM branch, located in MALAPPURAM, KERALA. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is CNRB0006288. 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 CNRB0006288 for Canara Bank – RAH MALAPPURAM — 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 – RAH MALAPPURAM is CNRB0006288. The first four letters CNRB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 006288 map to this branch in MALAPPURAM, KERALA.

Bank profile

Canara Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Rah Malappuram branch — IFSC CNRB0006288 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Malappuram, Kerala.

Rah Malappuram branch overview

Located at CANARA BANK 2ND FLOOR KUTTASSERY ARCADE TIRUR ROAD DOWNHILL MALAPPURAM DIST, the Rah Malappuram branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC CNRB0006288 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.

Branch details at a glance

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 RAH MALAPPURAM branch came to be assigned the code CNRB0006288.

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 CNRB0006288, money simply cannot be routed to the RAH MALAPPURAM branch electronically.

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Rah Malappuram branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC CNRB0006288 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 CNRB0006288

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 CNRB0006288 across all three.

How to use IFSC CNRB0006288 for an NEFT transfer

NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Canara Bank's RAH MALAPPURAM 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).

1. Log in to your internet banking or mobile banking app.
2. Choose Add Beneficiary and select NEFT / Other Bank.
3. Enter the beneficiary name, account number and the IFSC CNRB0006288.
4. Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Canara Bank and the branch as RAH MALAPPURAM.
5. Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC CNRB0006288

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 – RAH MALAPPURAM, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC CNRB0006288 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

IMPS to Canara Bank RAH MALAPPURAM (IFSC CNRB0006288)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC CNRB0006288 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the RAH MALAPPURAM branch account within seconds.

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

All three modes accept the IFSC CNRB0006288 for Canara Bank – RAH MALAPPURAM, 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 Rah Malappuram 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 CNRB0006288

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 – RAH MALAPPURAM is still mapped to IFSC CNRB0006288. 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 CNRB0006288 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Rah Malappuram branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0006288 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 CNRB0006288.

Banking services available

The Rah Malappuram 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 CNRB0006288

Online banking and IFSC CNRB0006288

Canara Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the RAH MALAPPURAM 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 CNRB0006288 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.

Reaching the branch

The Rah Malappuram branch sits at CANARA BANK 2ND FLOOR KUTTASSERY ARCADE TIRUR ROAD DOWNHILL MALAPPURAM DIST. If you are travelling from outside Malappuram, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call the branch contact number 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 CNRB0006288 and your account number.

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 – RAH MALAPPURAM:

• The IFSC is exactly CNRB0006288 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 RAH MALAPPURAM 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.

Working hours

Branch counters at Rah Malappuram 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 CNRB0006288 continue to work without interruption.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC CNRB0006288 for Canara Bank – RAH MALAPPURAM, you can cross-check the code from any of these sources before initiating a high-value transfer:

• The front of the cheque book issued by the branch – the IFSC is printed at the top of every leaf.
• The first page of your passbook.
• The bank's official website under the branch locator.
• The Reserve Bank of India's IFSC search portal.
• Net banking dashboards usually display the home-branch IFSC under account details.

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Summary

The IFSC code CNRB0006288 belongs to Canara Bank's RAH MALAPPURAM branch, located at CANARA BANK 2ND FLOOR KUTTASSERY ARCADE TIRUR ROAD DOWNHILL MALAPPURAM DIST in MALAPPURAM, KERALA. 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.