IFSC Code of Canara Bank, Alkapuri, Vadodara Branch, Gujarat

Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Canara Bank's ALKAPURI, VADODARA branch in VADODARA, GUJARAT. The branch's IFSC code CNRB0000160 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 – ALKAPURI, VADODARA is CNRB0000160. The first four letters CNRB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 000160 map to this branch in VADODARA, GUJARAT.

Branch details at a glance

About Canara Bank

Canara Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Alkapuri, Vadodara branch in Vadodara. 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, CNRB0000160.

About the Alkapuri, Vadodara branch

The Alkapuri, Vadodara branch of Canara Bank is situated at R C DUTT ROAD, EXPRESS HOTEL , ALKAPURI, VADODARA -390005. 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 CNRB0000160 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 ALKAPURI, VADODARA of Canara Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code CNRB0000160 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 CNRB0000160 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 CNRB0000160

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 CNRB0000160 across all three.

NEFT to Canara Bank, ALKAPURI, VADODARA using IFSC CNRB0000160

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 CNRB0000160, and confirm that the system picks up Canara Bank – ALKAPURI, VADODARA. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

Real-Time Gross Settlement to ALKAPURI, VADODARA

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Canara Bank's ALKAPURI, VADODARA branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC CNRB0000160 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

IMPS to Canara Bank ALKAPURI, VADODARA (IFSC CNRB0000160)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC CNRB0000160 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the ALKAPURI, VADODARA branch account within seconds.

Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Alkapuri, Vadodara

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 CNRB0000160:

• 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 ALKAPURI, VADODARA is still linked to IFSC CNRB0000160.

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 CNRB0000160

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 – ALKAPURI, VADODARA is still mapped to IFSC CNRB0000160. 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 CNRB0000160 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Alkapuri, Vadodara branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0000160 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 CNRB0000160.

Banking services available

The Alkapuri, Vadodara branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 265-2353111.

• 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 CNRB0000160

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Alkapuri, Vadodara branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC CNRB0000160 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

Online banking and IFSC CNRB0000160

Canara Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the ALKAPURI, VADODARA branch is active. Net banking lets you view balances, download statements, open fixed deposits, request cheque books and initiate NEFT/RTGS/IMPS transfers — all without setting foot in the branch. The IFSC CNRB0000160 is pre-filled by the bank for transfers originating from your own account, and you only need to enter it manually when adding an external beneficiary or sharing your account details with a third party.

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 – ALKAPURI, VADODARA:

• The IFSC is exactly CNRB0000160 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 ALKAPURI, VADODARA 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 Alkapuri, Vadodara branch sits at R C DUTT ROAD, EXPRESS HOTEL , ALKAPURI, VADODARA -390005. If you are travelling from outside Vadodara, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 265-2353111 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 CNRB0000160 and your account number.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC CNRB0000160 for Canara Bank – ALKAPURI, VADODARA, 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 Alkapuri, Vadodara 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 CNRB0000160 continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code CNRB0000160 belongs to Canara Bank's ALKAPURI, VADODARA branch, located at R C DUTT ROAD, EXPRESS HOTEL , ALKAPURI, VADODARA -390005 in VADODARA, GUJARAT. 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.