If you are searching for the IFSC code of Canara Bank, MSME SULABH PURNEA branch in PURNEA, BIHAR, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is CNRB0007217. You can use it for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers, online banking add-payee actions, UPI mandates and any other electronic payment request that asks for an Indian Financial System Code. The information on this page is curated specifically for customers, remitters, employers and businesses who need to credit funds to an account maintained at this branch, and it is structured so you can find what you need within a few seconds of landing here.
You will see the complete branch address, the area STD code and phone number, the city and state, the day-to-day banking services that are typically offered at the MSME SULABH PURNEA branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC CNRB0007217 across NEFT, RTGS and IMPS rails. A frequently-asked-questions section at the end answers the most common queries we receive about this particular 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 MSME SULABH PURNEA branch, the IFSC CNRB0007217 breaks down as follows: CNRB identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 007217 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 Msme Sulabh Purnea branch in Purnea, Bihar is part of this network and uses the IFSC code CNRB0007217 for all electronic settlement.
About the Msme Sulabh Purnea branch
The Msme Sulabh Purnea branch of Canara Bank is situated at PURNEA POLYTECHNIC CHOWK GROUND FLOOR PANTALOON SHOWROOM PURNEA BIHAR 854301. 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 CNRB0007217 is used.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Msme Sulabh Purnea |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0007217 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | PURNEA POLYTECHNIC CHOWK GROUND FLOOR PANTALOON SHOWROOM PURNEA BIHAR 854301 |
| City | Purnea |
| District | Purnea |
| State | Bihar |
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 MSME SULABH PURNEA of Canara Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code CNRB0007217 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 CNRB0007217 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
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 CNRB0007217 and the account number together uniquely identify the Msme Sulabh Purnea branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
How to transfer money using IFSC CNRB0007217
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 CNRB0007217 across all three.
NEFT to Canara Bank, MSME SULABH PURNEA using IFSC CNRB0007217
National Electronic Funds Transfer is the simplest way to move money into an account at this branch. NEFT works around the clock, including Sundays and public holidays, and settles in half-hourly batches.
To send funds, add the recipient as a beneficiary in your bank's online portal, key in the account number, paste the IFSC CNRB0007217, and confirm that the system picks up Canara Bank – MSME SULABH PURNEA. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to MSME SULABH PURNEA
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Canara Bank's MSME SULABH PURNEA branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC CNRB0007217 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to Canara Bank MSME SULABH PURNEA (IFSC CNRB0007217)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC CNRB0007217 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the MSME SULABH PURNEA branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC CNRB0007217 for Canara Bank – MSME SULABH PURNEA, 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 – CNRB0007217 | Yes – CNRB0007217 | Yes – CNRB0007217 |
For most retail customers crediting the Msme Sulabh Purnea 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 MSME SULABH PURNEA branch, the IFSC CNRB0007217 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.
Account types you can open at the Msme Sulabh Purnea branch
Once you have an account at Canara Bank – MSME SULABH PURNEA, the IFSC CNRB0007217 stays the same regardless of the type of account you hold. The branch typically supports the following options:
- Savings account — for individuals, with chequebook, ATM card and net-banking access.
- Current account — for sole proprietors, partnerships and companies that need higher transaction volumes.
- Salary account — opened in bulk for corporate employees, often with zero-balance benefits.
- NRE / NRO accounts — for non-resident Indians who want to repatriate or maintain rupee balances in India.
- Fixed deposit and recurring deposit — term-based investment accounts with quarterly or cumulative interest.
- Senior citizen accounts — concessional minimum balance and a small interest rate premium on FDs.
- Minor and student accounts — operated jointly with a guardian until the customer turns 18.
Eligibility, minimum balance and KYC requirements vary by product. Speak to a relationship officer at the branch for the latest schedule of charges and interest rates.
Banking services available
The Msme Sulabh Purnea 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 CNRB0007217
Online banking and IFSC CNRB0007217
Canara Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the MSME SULABH PURNEA 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 CNRB0007217 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 Msme Sulabh Purnea branch sits at PURNEA POLYTECHNIC CHOWK GROUND FLOOR PANTALOON SHOWROOM PURNEA BIHAR 854301. If you are travelling from outside Purnea, 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 CNRB0007217 and your account number.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC CNRB0007217
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 – MSME SULABH PURNEA, 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:
CNRB0007217. - 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.
Working hours
Branch counters at Msme Sulabh Purnea 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 CNRB0007217 continue to work without interruption.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC CNRB0007217 for Canara Bank – MSME SULABH PURNEA, 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 address & contact
Canara BankMsme Sulabh Purnea Branch
PURNEA POLYTECHNIC CHOWK GROUND FLOOR PANTALOON SHOWROOM PURNEA BIHAR 854301
Purnea, Bihar
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: CNRB0007217
Frequently asked questions
Is IFSC CNRB0007217 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC CNRB0007217 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Can I use IFSC CNRB0007217 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC CNRB0007217 to send funds instantly.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using CNRB0007217 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Canara Bank – Msme Sulabh Purnea 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 Msme Sulabh Purnea branch but serve different purposes.
Where is Canara Bank Msme Sulabh Purnea branch located?
Canara Bank's Msme Sulabh Purnea branch is located at PURNEA POLYTECHNIC CHOWK GROUND FLOOR PANTALOON SHOWROOM PURNEA BIHAR 854301, Purnea, Bihar.
Does Canara Bank Msme Sulabh Purnea branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on the branch contact number to confirm.
Summary
The IFSC code CNRB0007217 belongs to Canara Bank's MSME SULABH PURNEA branch, located at PURNEA POLYTECHNIC CHOWK GROUND FLOOR PANTALOON SHOWROOM PURNEA BIHAR 854301 in PURNEA, BIHAR. 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.
