If you are searching for the IFSC code of Canara Bank, BHAVANIPURAM,VIJAYAWADA branch in VIJAYAWADA, ANDHRA PRADESH, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is CNRB0002956. 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 BHAVANIPURAM,VIJAYAWADA branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC CNRB0002956 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, CNRB0002956 is the IFSC of Canara Bank's BHAVANIPURAM,VIJAYAWADA branch. The format is fixed: CNRB = bank code, 0 = reserved, 002956 = branch identifier.
Bank profile
Canara Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Bhavanipuram,Vijayawada branch — IFSC CNRB0002956 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh.
About the Bhavanipuram,Vijayawada branch
The Bhavanipuram,Vijayawada branch of Canara Bank is situated at SIVARAYAM ST PROMBAY ROAD,VIJAYAWADA A P - 520012. 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 CNRB0002956 is used.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Bhavanipuram,Vijayawada |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0002956 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | SIVARAYAM ST PROMBAY ROAD,VIJAYAWADA A P - 520012 |
| City | Vijayawada |
| District | Krishna |
| State | Andhra Pradesh |
| STD Code | 866 |
| Phone | 2413241 |
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 BHAVANIPURAM,VIJAYAWADA of Canara Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code CNRB0002956 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 CNRB0002956 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
MICR & cheque-truncation details
Cheques drawn on the Bhavanipuram,Vijayawada branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC CNRB0002956 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.
How to transfer money using IFSC CNRB0002956
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 CNRB0002956 across all three.
How to use IFSC CNRB0002956 for an NEFT transfer
NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) is the most widely used method for sending money to Canara Bank's BHAVANIPURAM,VIJAYAWADA 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 CNRB0002956.
- Confirm the bank name auto-populates as Canara Bank and the branch as BHAVANIPURAM,VIJAYAWADA.
- Approve the beneficiary using OTP. Once activated, transfer any amount and the credit will reflect in the next NEFT cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to BHAVANIPURAM,VIJAYAWADA
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Canara Bank's BHAVANIPURAM,VIJAYAWADA branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC CNRB0002956 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to Canara Bank BHAVANIPURAM,VIJAYAWADA (IFSC CNRB0002956)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC CNRB0002956 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the BHAVANIPURAM,VIJAYAWADA branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC CNRB0002956 for Canara Bank – BHAVANIPURAM,VIJAYAWADA, 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 – CNRB0002956 | Yes – CNRB0002956 | Yes – CNRB0002956 |
For most retail customers crediting the Bhavanipuram,Vijayawada 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.
UPI payments and IFSC CNRB0002956
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 – BHAVANIPURAM,VIJAYAWADA is still mapped to IFSC CNRB0002956. 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 CNRB0002956 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Account types you can open at the Bhavanipuram,Vijayawada branch
Once you have an account at Canara Bank – BHAVANIPURAM,VIJAYAWADA, the IFSC CNRB0002956 stays the same regardless of the type of account you hold. The branch typically supports the following options:
- Savings account — for individuals, with chequebook, ATM card and net-banking access.
- Current account — for sole proprietors, partnerships and companies that need higher transaction volumes.
- Salary account — opened in bulk for corporate employees, often with zero-balance benefits.
- NRE / NRO accounts — for non-resident Indians who want to repatriate or maintain rupee balances in India.
- Fixed deposit and recurring deposit — term-based investment accounts with quarterly or cumulative interest.
- Senior citizen accounts — concessional minimum balance and a small interest rate premium on FDs.
- Minor and student accounts — operated jointly with a guardian until the customer turns 18.
Eligibility, minimum balance and KYC requirements vary by product. Speak to a relationship officer at the branch for the latest schedule of charges and interest rates.
Banking services available
The Bhavanipuram,Vijayawada branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 866-2413241.
- 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 CNRB0002956
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Bhavanipuram,Vijayawada 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 CNRB0002956 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 Bhavanipuram,Vijayawada branch sits at SIVARAYAM ST PROMBAY ROAD,VIJAYAWADA A P - 520012. If you are travelling from outside Vijayawada, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 866-2413241 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 CNRB0002956 and your account number.
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 – BHAVANIPURAM,VIJAYAWADA:
- The IFSC is exactly CNRB0002956 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 BHAVANIPURAM,VIJAYAWADA 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.
Working hours
Branch counters at Bhavanipuram,Vijayawada 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 CNRB0002956 continue to work without interruption.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC CNRB0002956 for Canara Bank – BHAVANIPURAM,VIJAYAWADA, 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 BankBhavanipuram,Vijayawada Branch
SIVARAYAM ST PROMBAY ROAD,VIJAYAWADA A P - 520012
Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
Phone: 866-2413241
IFSC: CNRB0002956
Frequently asked questions
What is the IFSC code of Canara Bank Bhavanipuram,Vijayawada branch?
The IFSC code of Canara Bank, Bhavanipuram,Vijayawada branch is CNRB0002956. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
Can I use IFSC CNRB0002956 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC CNRB0002956 to send funds instantly.
How do I add Canara Bank Bhavanipuram,Vijayawada as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CNRB0002956, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Where is Canara Bank Bhavanipuram,Vijayawada branch located?
Canara Bank's Bhavanipuram,Vijayawada branch is located at SIVARAYAM ST PROMBAY ROAD,VIJAYAWADA A P - 520012, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh.
Does Canara Bank Bhavanipuram,Vijayawada branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 866-2413241 to confirm.
What is the phone number of Canara Bank Bhavanipuram,Vijayawada branch?
You can reach the branch at 866-2413241 during regular banking hours.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using CNRB0002956 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Canara Bank – Bhavanipuram,Vijayawada reflect within 30 minutes.
Is IFSC CNRB0002956 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC CNRB0002956 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
Summary
The IFSC code CNRB0002956 belongs to Canara Bank's BHAVANIPURAM,VIJAYAWADA branch, located at SIVARAYAM ST PROMBAY ROAD,VIJAYAWADA A P - 520012 in VIJAYAWADA, ANDHRA PRADESH. 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.


