If you are searching for the IFSC code of Canara Bank, RAH BIHARSHARIF branch in SOHSARAI, BIHAR, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is CNRB0002271. 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 RAH BIHARSHARIF branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC CNRB0002271 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.
IFSC stands for Indian Financial System Code. It is an 11-character code that pinpoints a particular bank branch on the RBI's real-time payment rails. Every NEFT, RTGS or IMPS instruction must carry the destination branch's IFSC for the credit to land in the correct account.
In our case, CNRB0002271 is the IFSC of Canara Bank's RAH BIHARSHARIF branch. The format is fixed: CNRB = bank code, 0 = reserved, 002271 = branch identifier.
About Canara Bank
Canara Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Rah Biharsharif branch in Sohsarai. Each branch is enabled for NEFT, RTGS, IMPS and core banking, allowing customers to send and receive money anywhere in the country using a unique IFSC – in this case, CNRB0002271.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Rah Biharsharif |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0002271 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | BIHARHSARIF SOHSARAI SOHSARAI CHOWK PATNA RANCHI ROAD SOHSARAI BIHAR 803101 |
| City | Sohsarai |
| District | Sohsarai |
| State | Bihar |
About this branch
The branch is located at BIHARHSARIF SOHSARAI SOHSARAI CHOWK PATNA RANCHI ROAD SOHSARAI BIHAR 803101. It serves the Sohsarai 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 CNRB0002271 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 RAH BIHARSHARIF of Canara Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code CNRB0002271 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 CNRB0002271 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 Rah Biharsharif branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0002271 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 CNRB0002271.
Banking services available
The Rah Biharsharif 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 CNRB0002271
How to transfer money using IFSC CNRB0002271
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 CNRB0002271 across all three.
How to use IFSC CNRB0002271 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Canara Bank's RAH BIHARSHARIF 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 CNRB0002271.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Canara Bank and the branch as RAH BIHARSHARIF.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC CNRB0002271
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 – RAH BIHARSHARIF, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC CNRB0002271 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
IMPS to Canara Bank RAH BIHARSHARIF (IFSC CNRB0002271)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC CNRB0002271 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the RAH BIHARSHARIF branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC CNRB0002271 for Canara Bank – RAH BIHARSHARIF, 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 – CNRB0002271 | Yes – CNRB0002271 | Yes – CNRB0002271 |
For most retail customers crediting the Rah Biharsharif 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 RAH BIHARSHARIF branch, the IFSC CNRB0002271 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 Rah Biharsharif 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 CNRB0002271 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 Rah Biharsharif branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC CNRB0002271 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.
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 – RAH BIHARSHARIF:
- The IFSC is exactly CNRB0002271 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 RAH BIHARSHARIF 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 Rah Biharsharif branch sits at BIHARHSARIF SOHSARAI SOHSARAI CHOWK PATNA RANCHI ROAD SOHSARAI BIHAR 803101. If you are travelling from outside Sohsarai, 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 CNRB0002271 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC CNRB0002271 for Canara Bank – RAH BIHARSHARIF, 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 Rah Biharsharif branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC CNRB0002271, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
Canara BankRah Biharsharif Branch
BIHARHSARIF SOHSARAI SOHSARAI CHOWK PATNA RANCHI ROAD SOHSARAI BIHAR 803101
Sohsarai, Bihar
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: CNRB0002271
Frequently asked questions
Is IFSC CNRB0002271 the same for all accounts at Rah Biharsharif branch?
Yes. The IFSC CNRB0002271 is shared by every account held at Canara Bank's Rah Biharsharif branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Does Canara Bank Rah Biharsharif branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on the branch contact number to confirm.
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 Rah Biharsharif branch but serve different purposes.
Where is Canara Bank Rah Biharsharif branch located?
Canara Bank's Rah Biharsharif branch is located at BIHARHSARIF SOHSARAI SOHSARAI CHOWK PATNA RANCHI ROAD SOHSARAI BIHAR 803101, Sohsarai, Bihar.
How do I add Canara Bank Rah Biharsharif as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CNRB0002271, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Can I use IFSC CNRB0002271 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC CNRB0002271 to send funds instantly.
Final notes
To recap: CNRB0002271 is the IFSC code of Canara Bank, RAH BIHARSHARIF branch, in SOHSARAI, BIHAR. 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.
