Below are the complete branch details for Canara Bank, SONAPUR branch, located in SONAPUR, WEST BENGAL. The IFSC assigned by the Reserve Bank of India to this branch is CNRB0005764. Whether you want to transfer money, add a beneficiary, verify a cheque or simply confirm the branch address, you will find authentic, up-to-date information on this page that has been cross-checked against the bank's branch directory and the RBI's master list of participants in the National Electronic Funds Transfer system.
The IFSC code is one of the most frequently asked-for pieces of information when somebody wants to send you money or set up a recurring credit such as a salary, EMI auto-debit or supplier payment. Knowing exactly which IFSC belongs to your branch — in this case CNRB0005764 for Canara Bank – SONAPUR — saves you from rejected transfers, returned credits and the back-and-forth that follows them.
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 – SONAPUR is CNRB0005764. The first four letters CNRB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 005764 map to this branch in SONAPUR, WEST BENGAL.
About the bank
Canara Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Sonapur branch in Sonapur, West Bengal is part of this network and uses the IFSC code CNRB0005764 for all electronic settlement.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Sonapur |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0005764 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | DURLOVPUR GP PO SONAPUR PS ITAHAR DIST UTTAR DINAJPUR 733143 |
| City | Sonapur |
| District | Uttar Dinajpur |
| State | West Bengal |
| STD Code | 91 |
| Phone | 8334991809 |
About the Sonapur branch
The Sonapur branch of Canara Bank is situated at DURLOVPUR GP PO SONAPUR PS ITAHAR DIST UTTAR DINAJPUR 733143. 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 CNRB0005764 is used.
The role of IFSC in India's payments network
India's electronic payment infrastructure — NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, UPI and the National Automated Clearing House (NACH) — is built on a single principle: every participating bank branch must be uniquely identifiable by an alphanumeric code. The Reserve Bank of India introduced the IFSC system to fulfil this requirement, and that is how Canara Bank's SONAPUR branch came to be assigned the code CNRB0005764.
Whether you are receiving a salary on the first of the month, paying a vendor invoice, settling an EMI, or accepting a refund from an e-commerce platform, the IFSC is the silent piece of metadata that tells the network where your account lives. Without IFSC CNRB0005764, money simply cannot be routed to the SONAPUR branch electronically.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Sonapur branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0005764 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 CNRB0005764.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Sonapur 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 CNRB0005764
How to transfer money using IFSC CNRB0005764
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 CNRB0005764 across all three.
How to use IFSC CNRB0005764 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Canara Bank's SONAPUR 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 CNRB0005764.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Canara Bank and the branch as SONAPUR.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC CNRB0005764
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 – SONAPUR, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC CNRB0005764 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Canara Bank – SONAPUR, use IMPS. With IFSC CNRB0005764 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 CNRB0005764 for Canara Bank – SONAPUR, 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 – CNRB0005764 | Yes – CNRB0005764 | Yes – CNRB0005764 |
For most retail customers crediting the Sonapur 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 SONAPUR branch, the IFSC CNRB0005764 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 Sonapur 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 CNRB0005764 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 CNRB0005764 and the account number together uniquely identify the Sonapur branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
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 – SONAPUR:
- The IFSC is exactly CNRB0005764 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 SONAPUR 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.
How to reach the Sonapur branch
The branch is located at DURLOVPUR GP PO SONAPUR PS ITAHAR DIST UTTAR DINAJPUR 733143, which puts it inside Sonapur, the broader Uttar Dinajpur district, and the state of West Bengal. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Canara Bank Sonapur branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC CNRB0005764 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 91-8334991809 before stepping out, especially around public holidays.
- 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 CNRB0005764 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC CNRB0005764 for Canara Bank – SONAPUR, 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.
Working hours
Branch counters at Sonapur 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 CNRB0005764 continue to work without interruption.
Branch address & contact
Canara BankSonapur Branch
DURLOVPUR GP PO SONAPUR PS ITAHAR DIST UTTAR DINAJPUR 733143
Sonapur, West Bengal
Phone: 91-8334991809
IFSC: CNRB0005764
Frequently asked questions
Where is Canara Bank Sonapur branch located?
Canara Bank's Sonapur branch is located at DURLOVPUR GP PO SONAPUR PS ITAHAR DIST UTTAR DINAJPUR 733143, Sonapur, West Bengal.
What is the phone number of Canara Bank Sonapur branch?
You can reach the branch at 91-8334991809 during regular banking hours.
Is IFSC CNRB0005764 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC CNRB0005764 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Does Canara Bank Sonapur branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 91-8334991809 to confirm.
Can I use IFSC CNRB0005764 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC CNRB0005764 to send funds instantly.
Is IFSC CNRB0005764 the same for all accounts at Sonapur branch?
Yes. The IFSC CNRB0005764 is shared by every account held at Canara Bank's Sonapur branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
How do I add Canara Bank Sonapur as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CNRB0005764, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Final notes
To recap: CNRB0005764 is the IFSC code of Canara Bank, SONAPUR branch, in SONAPUR, WEST BENGAL. 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.
