EST to IST time difference
IST is 10.5 hours ahead of EST in standard time, and 9.5 hours ahead of EST when daylight saving time is in effect. Because the US, Europe and Australia switch on different dates, the gap can briefly differ — the converter always uses the exact date.
Common EST to IST times (standard time)
| Eastern Time | India Standard Time |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM EST | 10:30 AM IST |
| 3:00 AM EST | 1:30 PM IST |
| 6:00 AM EST | 4:30 PM IST |
| 8:00 AM EST | 6:30 PM IST |
| 9:00 AM EST | 7:30 PM IST |
| 12:00 PM EST | 10:30 PM IST |
| 3:00 PM EST | 1:30 AM the next day IST |
| 5:00 PM EST | 3:30 AM the next day IST |
| 6:00 PM EST | 4:30 AM the next day IST |
| 9:00 PM EST | 7:30 AM the next day IST |
About EST and IST
Eastern Time (EST) is UTC−5 in winter and UTC−4 during daylight saving time. India Standard Time (IST) is UTC+5:30 all year.
Scheduling a meeting? The best overlap is usually morning in EST, which is afternoon or evening in IST. Use the 24-hour table in the converter to find a slot that works for everyone.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between EST and IST?
IST is 10.5 hours ahead of EST in standard time, and 9.5 hours ahead of EST when daylight saving time is in effect. Because the US, Europe and Australia switch on different dates, the gap can briefly differ — the converter always uses the exact date.
Does this handle daylight saving time?
Yes. The converter uses your browser’s up-to-date time zone database, so EST/IST daylight saving changes are applied automatically for the date you pick.
How do I convert EST to IST manually?
Add 10.5 hours to the EST time (in standard time). For example, 9:00 AM EST is 7:30 PM IST.