UTC to IST time difference
IST is 5.5 hours ahead of UTC.
Common UTC to IST times (standard time)
| Coordinated Universal Time | India Standard Time |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM UTC | 5:30 AM IST |
| 3:00 AM UTC | 8:30 AM IST |
| 6:00 AM UTC | 11:30 AM IST |
| 8:00 AM UTC | 1:30 PM IST |
| 9:00 AM UTC | 2:30 PM IST |
| 12:00 PM UTC | 5:30 PM IST |
| 3:00 PM UTC | 8:30 PM IST |
| 5:00 PM UTC | 10:30 PM IST |
| 6:00 PM UTC | 11:30 PM IST |
| 9:00 PM UTC | 2:30 AM the next day IST |
About UTC and IST
Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) is UTC+0 all year. India Standard Time (IST) is UTC+5:30 all year.
Scheduling a meeting? The best overlap is usually morning in UTC, 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 UTC and IST?
IST is 5.5 hours ahead of UTC.
Does this handle daylight saving time?
Yes. The converter uses your browser’s up-to-date time zone database, so UTC/IST daylight saving changes are applied automatically for the date you pick.
How do I convert UTC to IST manually?
Add 5.5 hours to the UTC time (in standard time). For example, 9:00 AM UTC is 2:30 PM IST.