Canara Bank IFSC Codes in Tamil Nadu — All Cities

Canara Bank IFSC Codes in Tamil Nadu — Complete City Directory

Canara Bank operates 1,323 branches across 72 cities in Tamil Nadu, all registered on the Reserve Bank of India's NEFT and RTGS payment networks. Every branch has a unique 11-character IFSC code — the mandatory identifier for all electronic fund transfers including NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, and UPI. BankZop's Canara Bank Tamil Nadu IFSC directory is sourced directly from official RBI master data and updated regularly, making it the most reliable source for accurate branch IFSC codes in Tamil Nadu.

Whether you are sending money to a Canara Bank account in Tamil Nadu via NEFT, registering a beneficiary in net banking, or linking your account to a UPI app, you need the exact IFSC code of the specific Canara Bank branch in Tamil Nadu where the account is held. Use the city list above to navigate directly to your branch.

How to Find Your Canara Bank IFSC Code in Tamil Nadu

Finding the correct IFSC code takes under 30 seconds on BankZop. Here is the exact process:

• Step 1 — Select City: You are already on the Tamil Nadu page. Choose your city from the list above. Use the search box to filter instantly if the city list is long.
• Step 2 — Select Branch: The city page lists all Canara Bank branches in that city. Click your specific branch — the one where your savings or current account is held.
• Step 3 — Copy IFSC Code: The branch result page shows the full 11-character IFSC code with a one-click Copy button. It also shows the MICR code, BSR code, address, pincode, and phone number for the same branch.

If you already have your Canara Bank passbook or cheque book, the IFSC code is printed on the first page of the passbook and on each cheque leaf. You can verify it matches our database using the BankZop lookup above.

Why Each Canara Bank Branch in Tamil Nadu Has a Different IFSC Code

Every Canara Bank branch in Tamil Nadu has a unique 11-character IFSC code structured as follows:

• Characters 1–4 (Bank Code): Always the same for all Canara Bank branches everywhere in India. These four letters are the bank's unique RBI-assigned identifier. All Canara Bank branches — whether in Tamil Nadu or any other state — share the same 4-letter bank code prefix.
• Character 5 (Reserved Zero): Always the digit 0 — never the letter O. Reserved by the RBI for future use. Any IFSC code with a different character here is invalid.
• Characters 6–11 (Branch Code): This is what makes each Canara Bank branch in Tamil Nadu unique. The final 6 alphanumeric characters are the branch-specific identifier assigned by the bank. No two Canara Bank branches in Tamil Nadu — or anywhere in India — share the same full 11-character IFSC code.

This structure means you can validate any IFSC code by checking the first 4 characters match the bank and the 5th character is always 0. If either condition fails, the code is invalid.

When You Need the Canara Bank Tamil Nadu IFSC Code

NEFT and RTGS Transfers to Canara Bank Accounts in Tamil Nadu

When someone wants to send money to your Canara Bank account in Tamil Nadu via NEFT or RTGS, they need your account number and the IFSC code of your specific branch. NEFT (operated by the RBI) settles in half-hourly batches and works for any amount. RTGS settles in real time and requires a minimum of ₹2 lakh. Both require the exact IFSC code — a single wrong character causes the transfer to fail or be rejected.

IMPS Transfers

IMPS, operated by NPCI, enables instant 24×7 transfers including weekends and holidays. Transfers to Canara Bank accounts in Tamil Nadu via IMPS require either the IFSC code + account number, or MMID + mobile number. The IFSC code route is the most common for transfers to known beneficiaries.

UPI Account Linking

When you add your Canara Bank Tamil Nadu branch account to a UPI app — PhonePe, Google Pay, BHIM, Paytm, or any other — the app requires your IFSC code to validate and register your account on NPCI's UPI network. Once registered, day-to-day UPI payments use your VPA (Virtual Payment Address) and you don't need to re-enter the IFSC.

Beneficiary Registration in Net Banking

Before sending money to a Canara Bank account in Tamil Nadu from another bank's net banking portal, you must add it as a beneficiary. The form requires the account holder's account number and the IFSC code of their specific Canara Bank branch in Tamil Nadu. Always verify the IFSC on BankZop before registering a new beneficiary, especially for large or recurring transfers.

Canara Bank IFSC vs MICR in Tamil Nadu — Which to Use

Both codes identify a Canara Bank branch in Tamil Nadu but serve entirely different banking systems. Using the wrong code for the wrong purpose is one of the most common banking errors:

For Canara Bank MICR codes across Tamil Nadu, visit the Canara Bank MICR directory for Tamil Nadu. For TDS challan codes, find the BSR code using the BSR Code Lookup.

Cities in Tamil Nadu with Canara Bank IFSC Codes

Canara Bank has a presence in 72 cities across Tamil Nadu with IFSC-enabled branches on the RBI's NEFT/RTGS network:

Branch counts reflect IFSC-enabled branches on the RBI NEFT/RTGS network as of Jun 2026. Data sourced from RBI official records.

To browse Canara Bank branches in other states, visit the Canara Bank IFSC directory. For all bank IFSC codes, use the IFSC Code Lookup homepage. For loan planning, try the free EMI Calculator.