PST to IST time difference
IST is 13.5 hours ahead of PST in standard time, and 12.5 hours ahead of PST 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 PST to IST times (standard time)
| Pacific Time | India Standard Time |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM PST | 1:30 PM IST |
| 3:00 AM PST | 4:30 PM IST |
| 6:00 AM PST | 7:30 PM IST |
| 8:00 AM PST | 9:30 PM IST |
| 9:00 AM PST | 10:30 PM IST |
| 12:00 PM PST | 1:30 AM the next day IST |
| 3:00 PM PST | 4:30 AM the next day IST |
| 5:00 PM PST | 6:30 AM the next day IST |
| 6:00 PM PST | 7:30 AM the next day IST |
| 9:00 PM PST | 10:30 AM the next day IST |
About PST and IST
Pacific Time (PST) is UTC−8 in winter and UTC−7 during daylight saving time. India Standard Time (IST) is UTC+5:30 all year.
Scheduling a meeting? The best overlap is usually morning in PST, 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 PST and IST?
IST is 13.5 hours ahead of PST in standard time, and 12.5 hours ahead of PST 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 PST/IST daylight saving changes are applied automatically for the date you pick.
How do I convert PST to IST manually?
Add 13.5 hours to the PST time (in standard time). For example, 9:00 AM PST is 10:30 PM IST.