Current Time in India
Check local time in New Delhi and all India cities. India uses IST (UTC+5:30).
India Quick Facts
🕐 Time Zones in India
India uses a single time zone (IST/UTC+5:30) - one of few countries with a 30-minute offset. India does not observe Daylight Saving Time. Mumbai and Delhi are major business hubs.
India does not observe Daylight Saving Time (DST). This means the time difference with countries that do observe DST (such as the US, UK, and most of Europe) will change twice a year when those countries adjust their clocks.
🏙️ Major Cities in India (10 cities)
Click on any city to see detailed local time, sunrise/sunset times, and weather information.
📞 Best Time to Call India
Calling India from the US requires careful planning due to the significant time difference. If you're on the East Coast (EST), try calling between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM, which will be morning time in India. West Coast callers (PST) can call between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM. For UK callers, early morning calls work best.
Standard business hours in India are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Government offices and banks may have shorter hours. Many businesses close for lunch, especially in Southern European, Latin American, and Asian countries.
✈️ Time-Related Travel Tips for India
When traveling to India, expect significant jet lag if coming from Europe or the Americas. Allow 1-2 days to adjust to the time difference. Most India hotels will have alarm clocks, but setting your phone to local time immediately upon arrival helps. Multiple languages are spoken including Hindi and English. Business meetings often start punctually, so account for traffic when planning.
🎯 Interesting Facts About Time in India
- •Despite its size, India uses only one time zone, simplifying scheduling across the entire country.
- •The capital New Delhi is the political center of India with a total national population of 1.4B.
- •Many Asian countries, including India, historically based their time zones on Beijing or Tokyo time during different periods.
- •Time zone boundaries don't always follow geographical lines - they're often adjusted for political, economic, or practical reasons.
- •The concept of standardized time zones was developed in the 19th century with the expansion of railways, replacing local solar time.
About Time in India
India uses a single time zone (IST (UTC+5:30)). This makes it relatively straightforward to coordinate times across the country.
The capital city New Delhi serves as the political and often economic center of India. Major business activities are spread across cities including Mumbai, New Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai and 6 more.
When planning international calls, video conferences, or business meetings with contacts in India, it's important to consider the time zone difference. IST (UTC+5:30) is the most commonly referenced time zone for India.
India uses the Indian Rupee (₹) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +91.Multiple languages are spoken, including Hindi, English.
🏙️ Cities in India
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YemenFrequently Asked Questions About Time in India
What time zone is India in?
India uses IST (UTC+5:30). The capital New Delhi uses IST (UTC+5:30).
Does India observe Daylight Saving Time?
India does not observe Daylight Saving Time (DST). This means the time difference with countries that do observe DST (such as the US, UK, and most of Europe) will change twice a year when those countries adjust their clocks.
What is the best time to call India from the US?
Calling India from the US requires careful planning due to the significant time difference. If you're on the East Coast (EST), try calling between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM, which will be morning time in India. West Coast callers (PST) can call between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM. For UK callers, early morning calls work best.
What are typical business hours in India?
Standard business hours in India are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Government offices and banks may have shorter hours. Many businesses close for lunch, especially in Southern European, Latin American, and Asian countries.