If you are searching for the IFSC code of Canara Bank, SHAUNALI branch in SHAUNALI, UTTAR PRADESH, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is CNRB0018959. 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 SHAUNALI branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC CNRB0018959 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.
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 – SHAUNALI is CNRB0018959. The first four letters CNRB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 018959 map to this branch in SHAUNALI, UTTAR PRADESH.
About the bank
Canara Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Shaunali branch in Shaunali, Uttar Pradesh is part of this network and uses the IFSC code CNRB0018959 for all electronic settlement.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Shaunali |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0018959 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | VILL SHAUNALI POST DIDAULI DIST J P NAGAR PIN 244222 |
| City | Shaunali |
| District | J P Nagar |
| State | Uttar Pradesh |
Shaunali branch overview
Located at VILL SHAUNALI POST DIDAULI DIST J P NAGAR PIN 244222, the Shaunali branch handles regular banking operations such as account opening, fixed and recurring deposits, locker facilities, loans, and trade finance services where applicable. The IFSC CNRB0018959 is required for all interbank electronic transfers routed through this branch.
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 SHAUNALI of Canara Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code CNRB0018959 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 CNRB0018959 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Shaunali branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0018959 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 CNRB0018959.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Shaunali branch can access most of Canara Bank's standard product suite, including:
- Account opening – savings, current, NRI, salary
- Term deposits and recurring deposits
- Retail and small-business loans
- Insurance and mutual-fund tie-ups
- Locker, safe deposit and ATM card services
- Online and mobile banking activation
- Electronic transfers via IFSC CNRB0018959
How to transfer money using IFSC CNRB0018959
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 CNRB0018959 across all three.
How to use IFSC CNRB0018959 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Canara Bank's SHAUNALI 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 CNRB0018959.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Canara Bank and the branch as SHAUNALI.
- 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 SHAUNALI
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Canara Bank's SHAUNALI branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC CNRB0018959 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 – SHAUNALI, use IMPS. With IFSC CNRB0018959 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 CNRB0018959 for Canara Bank – SHAUNALI, 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 – CNRB0018959 | Yes – CNRB0018959 | Yes – CNRB0018959 |
For most retail customers crediting the Shaunali 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 CNRB0018959
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 – SHAUNALI is still mapped to IFSC CNRB0018959. 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 CNRB0018959 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Shaunali 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 CNRB0018959 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 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 CNRB0018959 and the account number together uniquely identify the Shaunali branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC CNRB0018959
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 – SHAUNALI, 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:
CNRB0018959. - 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 Shaunali branch sits at VILL SHAUNALI POST DIDAULI DIST J P NAGAR PIN 244222. If you are travelling from outside Shaunali, 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 CNRB0018959 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC CNRB0018959 for Canara Bank – SHAUNALI, 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 Shaunali branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC CNRB0018959, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
Canara BankShaunali Branch
VILL SHAUNALI POST DIDAULI DIST J P NAGAR PIN 244222
Shaunali, Uttar Pradesh
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: CNRB0018959
Frequently asked questions
How do I add Canara Bank Shaunali as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CNRB0018959, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
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 Shaunali branch but serve different purposes.
Can I use IFSC CNRB0018959 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC CNRB0018959 to send funds instantly.
Is IFSC CNRB0018959 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC CNRB0018959 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Does Canara Bank Shaunali branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on the branch contact number to confirm.
Is IFSC CNRB0018959 the same for all accounts at Shaunali branch?
Yes. The IFSC CNRB0018959 is shared by every account held at Canara Bank's Shaunali branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Summary
The IFSC code CNRB0018959 belongs to Canara Bank's SHAUNALI branch, located at VILL SHAUNALI POST DIDAULI DIST J P NAGAR PIN 244222 in SHAUNALI, UTTAR PRADESH. 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.


