Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Canara Bank's ATTUKAL branch in THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, KERALA. The branch's IFSC code CNRB0006156 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 – ATTUKAL is CNRB0006156. The first four letters CNRB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 006156 map to this branch in THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, KERALA.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Attukal |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0006156 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | CANARA BANK T C 70/2387 1 KESHAVAM,INFRONT OF ATTUKAL TEMPLE,ATTUKAL,MANACAUD PO TRIVANDRUM KERALA 695009 |
| City | Thiruvananthapuram |
| District | Thiruvananthapuram |
| State | Kerala |
| STD Code | 471 |
| Phone | 2471222 |
About Canara Bank
Canara Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Attukal branch in Thiruvananthapuram. 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, CNRB0006156.
About the Attukal branch
The Attukal branch of Canara Bank is situated at CANARA BANK T C 70/2387 1 KESHAVAM,INFRONT OF ATTUKAL TEMPLE,ATTUKAL,MANACAUD PO TRIVANDRUM KERALA 695009. 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 CNRB0006156 is used.
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 ATTUKAL of Canara Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code CNRB0006156 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 CNRB0006156 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 CNRB0006156
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 CNRB0006156 across all three.
How to use IFSC CNRB0006156 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Canara Bank's ATTUKAL 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 CNRB0006156.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Canara Bank and the branch as ATTUKAL.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC CNRB0006156
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 – ATTUKAL, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC CNRB0006156 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
Send money instantly through IMPS
For a real-time, anytime transfer to Canara Bank – ATTUKAL, use IMPS. With IFSC CNRB0006156 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 CNRB0006156 for Canara Bank – ATTUKAL, 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 – CNRB0006156 | Yes – CNRB0006156 | Yes – CNRB0006156 |
For most retail customers crediting the Attukal 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 ATTUKAL branch, the IFSC CNRB0006156 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.
Products and account variants supported
Every account opened at the Attukal branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0006156 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 CNRB0006156.
Banking services available
The Attukal branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 471-2471222.
- 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 CNRB0006156
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 CNRB0006156 and the account number together uniquely identify the Attukal branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Attukal 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 CNRB0006156 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.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC CNRB0006156
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 – ATTUKAL, 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:
CNRB0006156. - 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.
How to reach the Attukal branch
The branch is located at CANARA BANK T C 70/2387 1 KESHAVAM,INFRONT OF ATTUKAL TEMPLE,ATTUKAL,MANACAUD PO TRIVANDRUM KERALA 695009, which puts it inside Thiruvananthapuram, the broader Thiruvananthapuram district, and the state of Kerala. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Canara Bank Attukal branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC CNRB0006156 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 471-2471222 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 CNRB0006156 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC CNRB0006156 for Canara Bank – ATTUKAL, 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 Attukal branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC CNRB0006156, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
Canara BankAttukal Branch
CANARA BANK T C 70/2387 1 KESHAVAM,INFRONT OF ATTUKAL TEMPLE,ATTUKAL,MANACAUD PO TRIVANDRUM KERALA 695009
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Phone: 471-2471222
IFSC: CNRB0006156
Frequently asked questions
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 Attukal branch but serve different purposes.
What is the phone number of Canara Bank Attukal branch?
You can reach the branch at 471-2471222 during regular banking hours.
Is IFSC CNRB0006156 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC CNRB0006156 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Is IFSC CNRB0006156 the same for all accounts at Attukal branch?
Yes. The IFSC CNRB0006156 is shared by every account held at Canara Bank's Attukal branch. Only the account number changes from customer to customer.
Where is Canara Bank Attukal branch located?
Canara Bank's Attukal branch is located at CANARA BANK T C 70/2387 1 KESHAVAM,INFRONT OF ATTUKAL TEMPLE,ATTUKAL,MANACAUD PO TRIVANDRUM KERALA 695009, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
What is the IFSC code of Canara Bank Attukal branch?
The IFSC code of Canara Bank, Attukal branch is CNRB0006156. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Final notes
To recap: CNRB0006156 is the IFSC code of Canara Bank, ATTUKAL branch, in THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, KERALA. 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.


