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IST to GMT Converter

GMT is 5 hours and 30 minutes behind IST

Current IST Time
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Asia/Kolkata
Current GMT Time
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Europe/London
Time Diff
5h 30m behind
IST
UTC+5:30
GMT
UTC+0
Overlapping hours: 2.5:00 PM – 5:00 PM IST (2.5h)

IST to GMT Conversion Table

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

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

Converting India Standard Time to Greenwich Mean Time

India Standard Time (IST) and Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) are separated by a 5 hours and 30 minutes time difference. GMT is 5 hours and 30 minutes behind IST. IST is UTC+5:30, used in India, Sri Lanka, while GMT is UTC+0, used in United Kingdom, Ireland, Portugal.

When converting from IST to GMT, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM IST equals 3:30 AM GMT, 12:00 PM noon IST equals 6:30 AM GMT, and 5:00 PM IST equals 11:30 AM GMT. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across IST and GMT

For professionals scheduling meetings between IST and GMT, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 5 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. GMT observes DST, switching to BST (UTC+1). 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 GMT?
Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is 5 hours and 30 minutes behind India Standard Time (IST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in IST, it is 6:30 AM in GMT.
How do I convert IST to GMT?
To convert IST to GMT, subtract 5 hours and 30 minutes from the IST time. For example, 9:00 AM IST is 3:30 AM GMT. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does IST or GMT observe Daylight Saving Time?
IST does not observe Daylight Saving Time. GMT observes DST, switching to BST (UTC+1). 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 GMT?
The best time to schedule a call between IST and GMT 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 GMT.
Is IST ahead or behind GMT?
IST (UTC+5:30) is 5 hours and 30 minutes ahead of GMT (UTC+0). IST corresponds to the IANA time zone Asia/Kolkata, while GMT corresponds to Europe/London.

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