IFSC Code of Canara Bank, Visakhapatnam Seethamadhaara Ii Branch, Andhra Pradesh

This page lists the IFSC code, branch address, contact number and fund-transfer information for Canara Bank, VISAKHAPATNAM SEETHAMADHAARA II branch in VISAKHAPATNAM. The 11-digit IFSC CNRB0013596 uniquely identifies this branch in the RBI's centralised payments network and is required for every NEFT, RTGS or IMPS transaction routed to this branch. If you are paying somebody who banks with Canara Bank at the VISAKHAPATNAM SEETHAMADHAARA II location, this is the only IFSC you need.

We have organised this page into clearly labelled sections so you can jump straight to the part that interests you — the IFSC and MICR details, the full postal address, the contact phone number, a quick primer on NEFT, RTGS and IMPS, the typical product line-up at the branch, and a frequently asked questions section that addresses the queries people raise most often about this branch.

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 – VISAKHAPATNAM SEETHAMADHAARA II is CNRB0013596. The first four letters CNRB are the bank's identifier, the fifth digit is reserved as 0, and the trailing six characters 013596 map to this branch in VISAKHAPATNAM, ANDHRA PRADESH.

Bank profile

Canara Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Visakhapatnam Seethamadhaara Ii branch — IFSC CNRB0013596 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.

About the Visakhapatnam Seethamadhaara Ii branch

The Visakhapatnam Seethamadhaara Ii branch of Canara Bank is situated at DR NO 51 8 40 20 1 BEHIND RYTHU BZR MAIN RD NAKKAVANIPALEM SEETAMMADHARA VISAKHAPATNAM ANDHRA PRADESH 530013. 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 CNRB0013596 is used.

Branch details at a glance

The role of IFSC in India's payments network

India's electronic payment infrastructure — NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, UPI and the National Automated Clearing House (NACH) — is built on a single principle: every participating bank branch must be uniquely identifiable by an alphanumeric code. The Reserve Bank of India introduced the IFSC system to fulfil this requirement, and that is how Canara Bank's VISAKHAPATNAM SEETHAMADHAARA II branch came to be assigned the code CNRB0013596.

Whether you are receiving a salary on the first of the month, paying a vendor invoice, settling an EMI, or accepting a refund from an e-commerce platform, the IFSC is the silent piece of metadata that tells the network where your account lives. Without IFSC CNRB0013596, money simply cannot be routed to the VISAKHAPATNAM SEETHAMADHAARA II branch electronically.

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 CNRB0013596 and the account number together uniquely identify the Visakhapatnam Seethamadhaara 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 CNRB0013596

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 CNRB0013596 across all three.

NEFT to Canara Bank, VISAKHAPATNAM SEETHAMADHAARA II using IFSC CNRB0013596

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 CNRB0013596, and confirm that the system picks up Canara Bank – VISAKHAPATNAM SEETHAMADHAARA II. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

RTGS transfers via IFSC CNRB0013596

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 – VISAKHAPATNAM SEETHAMADHAARA II, ensure your bank's portal accepts IFSC CNRB0013596 while registering the beneficiary. RTGS is also available 24x7.

Send money instantly through IMPS

For a real-time, anytime transfer to Canara Bank – VISAKHAPATNAM SEETHAMADHAARA II, use IMPS. With IFSC CNRB0013596 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 CNRB0013596 for Canara Bank – VISAKHAPATNAM SEETHAMADHAARA II, 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.

For most retail customers crediting the Visakhapatnam Seethamadhaara Ii 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 VISAKHAPATNAM SEETHAMADHAARA II branch, the IFSC CNRB0013596 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 Visakhapatnam Seethamadhaara Ii branch is mapped to IFSC CNRB0013596 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 CNRB0013596.

Products and services

Customers walking into the Visakhapatnam Seethamadhaara 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 CNRB0013596

Online banking and IFSC CNRB0013596

Canara Bank customers can register for net banking and the bank's official mobile app once their account at the VISAKHAPATNAM SEETHAMADHAARA II 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 CNRB0013596 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.

How to reach the Visakhapatnam Seethamadhaara Ii branch

The branch is located at DR NO 51 8 40 20 1 BEHIND RYTHU BZR MAIN RD NAKKAVANIPALEM SEETAMMADHARA VISAKHAPATNAM ANDHRA PRADESH 530013, which puts it inside Visakhapatnam, the broader Vishakhapatnam district, and the state of Andhra Pradesh. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Canara Bank Visakhapatnam Seethamadhaara Ii branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC CNRB0013596 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling the branch contact number before stepping out, especially around public holidays.
3. 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 CNRB0013596 and your account number.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC CNRB0013596

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 – VISAKHAPATNAM SEETHAMADHAARA 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: CNRB0013596.
• 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 Visakhapatnam Seethamadhaara Ii branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC CNRB0013596, however, work 24x7.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC CNRB0013596 for Canara Bank – VISAKHAPATNAM SEETHAMADHAARA 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

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code CNRB0013596 belongs to Canara Bank's VISAKHAPATNAM SEETHAMADHAARA II branch, located at DR NO 51 8 40 20 1 BEHIND RYTHU BZR MAIN RD NAKKAVANIPALEM SEETAMMADHARA… in VISAKHAPATNAM, 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.