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IST to AEST Converter

AEST is 4 hours and 30 minutes ahead of IST

Current IST Time
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Asia/Kolkata
Current AEST Time
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Australia/Sydney
Time Diff
4h 30m ahead
IST
UTC+5:30
AEST
UTC+10
Overlapping hours: 9:00 AM – 0.5:00 PM IST (3.5h)

IST to AEST Conversion Table

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

IST to AEST time conversion table showing all 24 hours
IST AEST
12:00 AM 4:30 AM
1:00 AM 5:30 AM
2:00 AM 6:30 AM
3:00 AM 7:30 AM
4:00 AM 8:30 AM
5:00 AM 9:30 AM
6:00 AM 10:30 AM
7:00 AM 11:30 AM
8:00 AM 12:30 PM
9:00 AM 1:30 PM
10:00 AM 2:30 PM
11:00 AM 3:30 PM
12:00 PM 4:30 PM
1:00 PM 5:30 PM
2:00 PM 6:30 PM
3:00 PM 7:30 PM
4:00 PM 8:30 PM
5:00 PM 9:30 PM
6:00 PM 10:30 PM
7:00 PM 11:30 PM
8:00 PM 12:30 AM +1d
9:00 PM 1:30 AM +1d
10:00 PM 2:30 AM +1d
11:00 PM 3:30 AM +1d

Converting India Standard Time to Australian Eastern Standard Time

India Standard Time (IST) and Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) are separated by a 4 hours and 30 minutes time difference. AEST is 4 hours and 30 minutes ahead of IST. IST is UTC+5:30, used in India, Sri Lanka, while AEST is UTC+10, used in Australia.

When converting from IST to AEST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM IST equals 1:30 PM AEST, 12:00 PM noon IST equals 4:30 PM AEST, and 5:00 PM IST equals 9:30 PM AEST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across IST and AEST

For professionals scheduling meetings between IST and AEST, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 4 hours and 30 minutes difference, the window of overlap may be limited. Use the highlighted working hours in the conversion table above to quickly identify suitable meeting times.

Daylight Saving Time Considerations

IST does not observe Daylight Saving Time, maintaining UTC+5:30 year-round. AEST observes DST, switching to AEDT (UTC+11). 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 IST and AEST?
Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) is 4 hours and 30 minutes ahead of India Standard Time (IST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in IST, it is 4:30 PM in AEST.
How do I convert IST to AEST?
To convert IST to AEST, add 4 hours and 30 minutes to the IST time. For example, 9:00 AM IST is 1:30 PM AEST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does IST or AEST observe Daylight Saving Time?
IST does not observe Daylight Saving Time. AEST observes DST, switching to AEDT (UTC+11). During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between IST and AEST?
The best time to schedule a call between IST and AEST is during overlapping business hours. If you are in IST, 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 AEST.
Is IST ahead or behind AEST?
IST (UTC+5:30) is 4 hours and 30 minutes behind AEST (UTC+10). IST corresponds to the IANA time zone Asia/Kolkata, while AEST corresponds to Australia/Sydney.

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