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CST to PKT Converter

PKT is 11 hours ahead of CST

Current CST Time
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America/Chicago
Current PKT Time
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Asia/Karachi
Time Diff
11h ahead
CST
UTC-6
PKT
UTC+5

CST to PKT Conversion Table

Green rows indicate standard business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in PKT

CST to PKT time conversion table showing all 24 hours
CST PKT
12:00 AM 11:00 AM
1:00 AM 12:00 PM
2:00 AM 1:00 PM
3:00 AM 2:00 PM
4:00 AM 3:00 PM
5:00 AM 4:00 PM
6:00 AM 5:00 PM
7:00 AM 6:00 PM
8:00 AM 7:00 PM
9:00 AM 8:00 PM
10:00 AM 9:00 PM
11:00 AM 10:00 PM
12:00 PM 11:00 PM
1:00 PM 12:00 AM +1d
2:00 PM 1:00 AM +1d
3:00 PM 2:00 AM +1d
4:00 PM 3:00 AM +1d
5:00 PM 4:00 AM +1d
6:00 PM 5:00 AM +1d
7:00 PM 6:00 AM +1d
8:00 PM 7:00 AM +1d
9:00 PM 8:00 AM +1d
10:00 PM 9:00 AM +1d
11:00 PM 10:00 AM +1d

Converting Central Standard Time to Pakistan Standard Time

Central Standard Time (CST) and Pakistan Standard Time (PKT) are separated by a 11 hours time difference. PKT is 11 hours ahead of CST. CST is UTC-6, used in United States, Canada, Mexico, while PKT is UTC+5, used in Pakistan.

When converting from CST to PKT, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM CST equals 8:00 PM PKT, 12:00 PM noon CST equals 11:00 PM PKT, and 5:00 PM CST equals 4:00 AM PKT. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across CST and PKT

For professionals scheduling meetings between CST and PKT, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 11 hours difference, the window of overlap may be limited, making early morning or late evening calls necessary for one party. Use the highlighted working hours in the conversion table above to quickly identify suitable meeting times.

Daylight Saving Time Considerations

CST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to CDT (UTC-5) during summer months. PKT does not observe DST, staying at UTC+5 year-round. During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may temporarily change by 1 hour. Always verify the current offset during spring and fall transition periods.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between CST and PKT?
Pakistan Standard Time (PKT) is 11 hours ahead of Central Standard Time (CST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in CST, it is 11:00 PM in PKT.
How do I convert CST to PKT?
To convert CST to PKT, add 11 hours to the CST time. For example, 9:00 AM CST is 8:00 PM PKT. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does CST or PKT observe Daylight Saving Time?
CST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to CDT (UTC-5). PKT does not observe Daylight Saving Time. During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between CST and PKT?
The best time to schedule a call between CST and PKT is during overlapping business hours. If you are in CST, try scheduling between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM your time, then check the conversion table above to see what that corresponds to in PKT.
Is CST ahead or behind PKT?
CST (UTC-6) is 11 hours behind PKT (UTC+5). CST corresponds to the IANA time zone America/Chicago, while PKT corresponds to Asia/Karachi.

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