Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to Canara Bank's KANKIPADU branch in VIJAYAWADA, ANDHRA PRADESH. The branch's IFSC code CNRB0008664 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 – KANKIPADU is CNRB0008664. The first four letters CNRB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 008664 map to this branch in VIJAYAWADA, ANDHRA PRADESH.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Kankipadu |
| IFSC Code | CNRB0008664 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | SUDARSHAN TOWERS NEAR BUS STAND KANKIPADU KINSHNA DISTRICT ANDHRA PRADESH 521151 |
| City | Vijayawada |
| District | Kinshna |
| State | Andhra Pradesh |
| STD Code | 0 |
| Phone | 18001030 |
About the bank
Canara Bank serves retail and corporate customers with a full range of deposit, lending, payments and digital banking products. Its Kankipadu branch in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh is part of this network and uses the IFSC code CNRB0008664 for all electronic settlement.
About the Kankipadu branch
The Kankipadu branch of Canara Bank is situated at SUDARSHAN TOWERS NEAR BUS STAND KANKIPADU KINSHNA DISTRICT ANDHRA PRADESH 521151. 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 CNRB0008664 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 KANKIPADU of Canara Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code CNRB0008664 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 CNRB0008664 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 CNRB0008664
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 CNRB0008664 across all three.
NEFT to Canara Bank, KANKIPADU using IFSC CNRB0008664
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 CNRB0008664, and confirm that the system picks up Canara Bank – KANKIPADU. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
RTGS transfers via IFSC CNRB0008664
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 – KANKIPADU, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC CNRB0008664 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.
IMPS to Canara Bank KANKIPADU (IFSC CNRB0008664)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC CNRB0008664 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the KANKIPADU branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC CNRB0008664 for Canara Bank – KANKIPADU, 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 – CNRB0008664 | Yes – CNRB0008664 | Yes – CNRB0008664 |
For most retail customers crediting the Kankipadu 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 KANKIPADU branch, the IFSC CNRB0008664 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 Kankipadu branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0008664 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 CNRB0008664.
Products and services
Customers walking into the Kankipadu 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 CNRB0008664
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 CNRB0008664 and the account number together uniquely identify the Kankipadu branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
Online banking and IFSC CNRB0008664
Canara Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the KANKIPADU 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 CNRB0008664 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.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC CNRB0008664
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 – KANKIPADU, 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:
CNRB0008664. - 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.
Reaching the branch
The Kankipadu branch sits at SUDARSHAN TOWERS NEAR BUS STAND KANKIPADU KINSHNA DISTRICT ANDHRA PRADESH 521151. If you are travelling from outside Vijayawada, search for the branch on a maps application using the bank name and locality, or call 18001030 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 CNRB0008664 and your account number.
Other ways to verify the IFSC code
While this page already lists the verified IFSC CNRB0008664 for Canara Bank – KANKIPADU, 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 Kankipadu branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC CNRB0008664, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
Canara BankKankipadu Branch
SUDARSHAN TOWERS NEAR BUS STAND KANKIPADU KINSHNA DISTRICT ANDHRA PRADESH 521151
Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
Phone: 18001030
IFSC: CNRB0008664
Frequently asked questions
What is the IFSC code of Canara Bank Kankipadu branch?
The IFSC code of Canara Bank, Kankipadu branch is CNRB0008664. It is used for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers to this branch.
What is the phone number of Canara Bank Kankipadu branch?
You can reach the branch at 18001030 during regular banking hours.
How do I add Canara Bank Kankipadu as a beneficiary?
Log in to your internet or mobile banking app, go to Add Beneficiary, enter the account number and IFSC CNRB0008664, and complete OTP verification. Once activated, you can transfer funds at any time.
Can I use IFSC CNRB0008664 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC CNRB0008664 to send funds instantly.
Where is Canara Bank Kankipadu branch located?
Canara Bank's Kankipadu branch is located at SUDARSHAN TOWERS NEAR BUS STAND KANKIPADU KINSHNA DISTRICT ANDHRA PRADESH 521151, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh.
How quickly will an NEFT transfer using CNRB0008664 be credited?
NEFT settles in half-hourly batches around the clock. Most transfers to Canara Bank – Kankipadu reflect within 30 minutes.
Summary
The IFSC code CNRB0008664 belongs to Canara Bank's KANKIPADU branch, located at SUDARSHAN TOWERS NEAR BUS STAND KANKIPADU KINSHNA DISTRICT ANDHRA PRADESH 521151 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.
