IFSC Code of Canara Bank, Raipur Rakhi Branch, Chhattisgarh

Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Canara Bank's RAIPUR RAKHI branch in RAIPUR, CHHATTISGARH. The branch's IFSC code CNRB0006253 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.

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 – RAIPUR RAKHI is CNRB0006253. The first four letters CNRB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 006253 map to this branch in RAIPUR, CHHATTISGARH.

Branch details at a glance

Bank profile

Canara Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Raipur Rakhi branch — IFSC CNRB0006253 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Raipur, Chhattisgarh.

About this branch

The branch is located at CANARA BANK H NO.P4B BY 228,RAKHI SECTOR 27 NAYA RAIPUR TOWNSHIP RAIPUR RAKHI,DIST RAIPUR CHATTISGARH 492015. It serves the Raipur 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 CNRB0006253 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.

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 RAIPUR RAKHI of Canara Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code CNRB0006253 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 CNRB0006253 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.

How to transfer money using IFSC CNRB0006253

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 CNRB0006253 across all three.

NEFT to Canara Bank, RAIPUR RAKHI using IFSC CNRB0006253

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 CNRB0006253, and confirm that the system picks up Canara Bank – RAIPUR RAKHI. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

Real-Time Gross Settlement to RAIPUR RAKHI

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Canara Bank's RAIPUR RAKHI branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC CNRB0006253 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

Send money instantly through IMPS

For a real-time, anytime transfer to Canara Bank – RAIPUR RAKHI, use IMPS. With IFSC CNRB0006253 and the beneficiary's account number you can move up to ₹5 lakh per transaction with instant credit, any day of the year.

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

All three modes accept the IFSC CNRB0006253 for Canara Bank – RAIPUR RAKHI, 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 Raipur Rakhi 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 CNRB0006253

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 – RAIPUR RAKHI is still mapped to IFSC CNRB0006253. 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 CNRB0006253 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Account types you can open at the Raipur Rakhi branch

Once you have an account at Canara Bank – RAIPUR RAKHI, the IFSC CNRB0006253 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 Raipur Rakhi branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 91-8109738000.

• 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 CNRB0006253

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Raipur Rakhi branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC CNRB0006253 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

Online banking and IFSC CNRB0006253

Canara Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the RAIPUR RAKHI 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 CNRB0006253 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 – RAIPUR RAKHI:

• The IFSC is exactly CNRB0006253 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 RAIPUR RAKHI 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 Raipur Rakhi branch sits at CANARA BANK H NO.P4B BY 228,RAKHI SECTOR 27 NAYA RAIPUR TOWNSHIP RAIPUR RAKHI,DIST RAIPUR CHATTISGARH 492015. If you are travelling from outside Raipur, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 91-8109738000 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 CNRB0006253 and your account number.

Verifying IFSC CNRB0006253 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 CNRB0006253 by:

• Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
• Opening the passbook's first page.
• Calling the branch directly on 91-8109738000.
• Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.

Working hours

Branch counters at Raipur Rakhi 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 CNRB0006253 continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Final notes

To recap: CNRB0006253 is the IFSC code of Canara Bank, RAIPUR RAKHI branch, in RAIPUR, CHHATTISGARH. 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.