IFSC Code of Canara Bank, Pondicherry Bazar Branch, Puducherry

This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Canara Bank, PONDICHERRY BAZAR branch in PONDICHERRY. The 11-digit IFSC CNRB0019601 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 PONDICHERRY BAZAR 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.

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 PONDICHERRY BAZAR branch, the IFSC CNRB0019601 breaks down as follows: CNRB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 019601 identifies this particular branch.

About the bank

Canara Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Pondicherry Bazar branch in Pondicherry, Puducherry is part of this network and uses the IFSC code CNRB0019601 for all electronic settlement.

About this branch

The branch is located at NO 122 124 J N STREET NEAR VELAN SILKS PONDICHERRY 605 001. It serves the Pondicherry region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of Canara Bank. The IFSC CNRB0019601 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.

Branch details at a glance

Why every Canara Bank branch has a unique IFSC

Before electronic settlement systems went live in India, money transfers between banks relied heavily on demand drafts, mail transfers and telegraphic transfers. These older instruments routinely took days to clear and were prone to misrouting because there was no single machine-readable identifier for a branch. The Reserve Bank of India solved this by issuing each participating branch — including PONDICHERRY BAZAR of Canara Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code CNRB0019601 is therefore not just an internal reference; it is the digital postcode that lets the RBI's NEFT, RTGS and IMPS rails route funds straight to the right branch ledger without any human intervention.

Today, almost every salary credit, vendor payment, refund and EMI deduction in the country flows through this network, which is exactly why a correct IFSC matters so much. A wrong character can either bounce the transfer or send it to the wrong branch, and reversing such a credit is a manual, time-consuming process. Treat IFSC CNRB0019601 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Pondicherry Bazar branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC CNRB0019601 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 CNRB0019601

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 CNRB0019601 across all three.

How to use IFSC CNRB0019601 for an NEFT transfer

NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Canara Bank's PONDICHERRY BAZAR 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 CNRB0019601.
4. Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Canara Bank and the branch as PONDICHERRY BAZAR.
5. 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 PONDICHERRY BAZAR

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Canara Bank's PONDICHERRY BAZAR branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC CNRB0019601 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

IMPS to Canara Bank PONDICHERRY BAZAR (IFSC CNRB0019601)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC CNRB0019601 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the PONDICHERRY BAZAR branch account within seconds.

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

All three modes accept the IFSC CNRB0019601 for Canara Bank – PONDICHERRY BAZAR, 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 Pondicherry Bazar 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 PONDICHERRY BAZAR branch, the IFSC CNRB0019601 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 Pondicherry Bazar branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0019601 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 CNRB0019601.

Banking services available

The Pondicherry Bazar 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 CNRB0019601

Online banking and IFSC CNRB0019601

Canara Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the PONDICHERRY BAZAR 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 CNRB0019601 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.

How to reach the Pondicherry Bazar branch

The branch is located at NO 122 124 J N STREET NEAR VELAN SILKS PONDICHERRY 605 001, which puts it inside Pondicherry, the broader Pondicherry district, and the state of Puducherry. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Canara Bank Pondicherry Bazar branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC CNRB0019601 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling the branch contact number 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 CNRB0019601 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 – PONDICHERRY BAZAR:

• The IFSC is exactly CNRB0019601 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 PONDICHERRY BAZAR 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.

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 Pondicherry Bazar branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC CNRB0019601, however, work 24x7.

Verifying IFSC CNRB0019601 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 CNRB0019601 by:

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

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Final notes

To recap: CNRB0019601 is the IFSC code of Canara Bank, PONDICHERRY BAZAR branch, in PONDICHERRY, PUDUCHERRY. 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.