Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Canara Bank's THIRTHAHALLI II branch in THIRTHAHALLI, KARNATAKA. The branch's IFSC code CNRB0011908 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 – THIRTHAHALLI II is CNRB0011908. The first four letters CNRB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 011908 map to this branch in THIRTHAHALLI, KARNATAKA.
Bank profile
Canara Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Thirthahalli Ii branch — IFSC CNRB0011908 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Thirthahalli, Karnataka.
About this branch
The branch is located at CAR STREET THIRTHAHALLI SHIMOGA 577 432. It serves the Thirthahalli 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 CNRB0011908 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Thirthahalli Ii |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0011908 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | CAR STREET THIRTHAHALLI SHIMOGA 577 432 |
| City | Thirthahalli |
| District | Shimoga |
| State | Karnataka |
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 THIRTHAHALLI II of Canara Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code CNRB0011908 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 CNRB0011908 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 CNRB0011908 and the account number together uniquely identify the Thirthahalli Ii branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
How to transfer money using IFSC CNRB0011908
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 CNRB0011908 across all three.
NEFT to Canara Bank, THIRTHAHALLI II using IFSC CNRB0011908
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 CNRB0011908, and confirm that the system picks up Canara Bank – THIRTHAHALLI II. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC CNRB0011908
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 – THIRTHAHALLI II, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC CNRB0011908 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
IMPS to Canara Bank THIRTHAHALLI II (IFSC CNRB0011908)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC CNRB0011908 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the THIRTHAHALLI II branch account within seconds.
Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Thirthahalli Ii
The right transfer rail depends on how urgent the payment is, how large it is, and whether the receiving bank participates in the chosen scheme. Every option below works with the IFSC CNRB0011908:
- NEFT — best for everyday transfers of any amount; settles in half-hourly batches around the clock.
- RTGS — best for transfers of ₹2 lakh and above; settles each transaction individually in real time.
- IMPS — best when speed matters more than batch scheduling; instant credit up to ₹5 lakh.
- UPI — best for small peer-to-peer payments using a VPA; the underlying account at THIRTHAHALLI II is still linked to IFSC CNRB0011908.
For salary credits, vendor payouts and refunds, employers and merchants usually default to NEFT because of its zero per-transaction cost for retail customers and its 24x7 availability.
UPI payments and IFSC CNRB0011908
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 – THIRTHAHALLI II is still mapped to IFSC CNRB0011908. 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 CNRB0011908 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Thirthahalli Ii branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0011908 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 CNRB0011908.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Thirthahalli Ii 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 CNRB0011908
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Thirthahalli Ii 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 CNRB0011908 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.
Reaching the branch
The Thirthahalli Ii branch sits at CAR STREET THIRTHAHALLI SHIMOGA 577 432. If you are travelling from outside Thirthahalli, 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 CNRB0011908 and your account number.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC CNRB0011908
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 – THIRTHAHALLI II, 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:
CNRB0011908. - 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.
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 Thirthahalli Ii branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC CNRB0011908, however, work 24x7.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC CNRB0011908 for Canara Bank – THIRTHAHALLI II, 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 BankThirthahalli Ii Branch
CAR STREET THIRTHAHALLI SHIMOGA 577 432
Thirthahalli, Karnataka
Phone: the branch contact number
IFSC: CNRB0011908
Frequently asked questions
How do I add Canara Bank Thirthahalli Ii as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CNRB0011908, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
What is the phone number of Canara Bank Thirthahalli Ii branch?
You can reach the branch at the branch contact number during regular banking hours.
Does Canara Bank Thirthahalli Ii 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 CNRB0011908 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC CNRB0011908 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
What is the IFSC code of Canara Bank Thirthahalli Ii branch?
The IFSC code of Canara Bank, Thirthahalli Ii branch is CNRB0011908. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
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 Thirthahalli Ii branch but serve different purposes.
Final notes
To recap: CNRB0011908 is the IFSC code of Canara Bank, THIRTHAHALLI II branch, in THIRTHAHALLI, KARNATAKA. 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.


