Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Canara Bank's MARUDHAM branch in MARUDHAM, TAMIL NADU. The branch's IFSC code CNRB0001621 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.
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 MARUDHAM branch, the IFSC CNRB0001621 breaks down as follows: CNRB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 001621 identifies this particular branch.
Bank profile
Canara Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Marudham branch — IFSC CNRB0001621 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Marudham, Tamil Nadu.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Marudham |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0001621 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | 1/28, PILLAYAR KOIL STREET,, TIRUPPULIVANAM, VIA UTHIRAMERUR, DIST KANCHEEPURAM (T N) - 603 406 |
| City | Marudham |
| District | Kancheepuram |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| STD Code | 44 |
| Phone | 27272215 |
About the Marudham branch
The Marudham branch of Canara Bank is situated at 1/28, PILLAYAR KOIL STREET,, TIRUPPULIVANAM, VIA UTHIRAMERUR, DIST KANCHEEPURAM (T N) - 603 406. 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 CNRB0001621 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 MARUDHAM branch came to be assigned the code CNRB0001621.
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 CNRB0001621, money simply cannot be routed to the MARUDHAM branch electronically.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Marudham branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0001621 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 CNRB0001621.
Banking services available
The Marudham branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 44-27272215.
- 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 CNRB0001621
How to transfer money using IFSC CNRB0001621
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 CNRB0001621 across all three.
How to use IFSC CNRB0001621 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Canara Bank's MARUDHAM 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 CNRB0001621.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Canara Bank and the branch as MARUDHAM.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC CNRB0001621
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 – MARUDHAM, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC CNRB0001621 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
IMPS to Canara Bank MARUDHAM (IFSC CNRB0001621)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC CNRB0001621 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the MARUDHAM branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC CNRB0001621 for Canara Bank – MARUDHAM, 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 – CNRB0001621 | Yes – CNRB0001621 | Yes – CNRB0001621 |
For most retail customers crediting the Marudham 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 MARUDHAM branch, the IFSC CNRB0001621 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.
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Marudham 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 CNRB0001621 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.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Marudham branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC CNRB0001621 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC CNRB0001621
An incorrect IFSC almost always results in a failed transfer or, worse, a credit to the wrong branch. Before you click Confirm on a transfer to Canara Bank – MARUDHAM, double-check for these issues:
- Confusing 0 with O. The fifth character of every IFSC is the digit
0, not the letter O. Read carefully. - Spaces or hyphens. Do not put spaces in the IFSC. It is exactly 11 characters:
CNRB0001621. - Wrong branch. A bank can have dozens of branches in the same city. Make sure you are using the IFSC for the actual branch where the beneficiary holds the account, not just any nearby branch.
- Old IFSC after a merger. If two banks have merged, the IFSC may have been reissued. Always verify with a recent passbook or cheque leaf.
- Copy-paste from chat. Auto-correct on phones can silently change letters in IFSC codes. Type carefully or copy from a trusted source like the cheque book.
Reaching the branch
The Marudham branch sits at 1/28, PILLAYAR KOIL STREET,, TIRUPPULIVANAM, VIA UTHIRAMERUR, DIST KANCHEEPURAM (T N) - 603 406. If you are travelling from outside Marudham, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 44-27272215 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 CNRB0001621 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC CNRB0001621 for Canara Bank – MARUDHAM, 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.
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 Marudham branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC CNRB0001621, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
Canara BankMarudham Branch
1/28, PILLAYAR KOIL STREET,, TIRUPPULIVANAM, VIA UTHIRAMERUR, DIST KANCHEEPURAM (T N) - 603 406
Marudham, Tamil Nadu
Phone: 44-27272215
IFSC: CNRB0001621
Frequently asked questions
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using CNRB0001621 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Canara Bank – Marudham reflect within 30 minutes.
What is the IFSC code of Canara Bank Marudham branch?
The IFSC code of Canara Bank, Marudham branch is CNRB0001621. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Does Canara Bank Marudham branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 44-27272215 to confirm.
Where is Canara Bank Marudham branch located?
Canara Bank's Marudham branch is located at 1/28, PILLAYAR KOIL STREET,, TIRUPPULIVANAM, VIA UTHIRAMERUR, DIST KANCHEEPURAM (T N) - 603 406, Marudham, Tamil Nadu.
Is IFSC CNRB0001621 the same for all accounts at Marudham branch?
Yes. The IFSC CNRB0001621 is shared by every account held at Canara Bank's Marudham branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Is IFSC CNRB0001621 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC CNRB0001621 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Final notes
To recap: CNRB0001621 is the IFSC code of Canara Bank, MARUDHAM branch, in MARUDHAM, 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.
