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PST to IST Converter

IST is 13 hours and 30 minutes ahead of PST

Current PST Time
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America/Los_Angeles
Current IST Time
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Asia/Kolkata
Time Diff
13h 30m ahead
PST
UTC-8
IST
UTC+5:30

PST to IST Conversion Table

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

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

Converting Pacific Standard Time to India Standard Time

Pacific Standard Time (PST) and India Standard Time (IST) are separated by a 13 hours and 30 minutes time difference. IST is 13 hours and 30 minutes ahead of PST. PST is UTC-8, used in United States, Canada, while IST is UTC+5:30, used in India, Sri Lanka.

When converting from PST to IST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM PST equals 10:30 PM IST, 12:00 PM noon PST equals 1:30 AM IST, and 5:00 PM PST equals 6:30 AM IST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across PST and IST

For professionals scheduling meetings between PST and IST, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 13 hours and 30 minutes 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

PST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to PDT (UTC-7) during summer months. IST does not observe DST, staying at UTC+5:30 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 PST and IST?
India Standard Time (IST) is 13 hours and 30 minutes ahead of Pacific Standard Time (PST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in PST, it is 1:30 AM in IST.
How do I convert PST to IST?
To convert PST to IST, add 13 hours and 30 minutes to the PST time. For example, 9:00 AM PST is 10:30 PM IST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does PST or IST observe Daylight Saving Time?
PST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to PDT (UTC-7). IST 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 PST and IST?
The best time to schedule a call between PST and IST is during overlapping business hours. If you are in PST, 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 IST.
Is PST ahead or behind IST?
PST (UTC-8) is 13 hours and 30 minutes behind IST (UTC+5:30). PST corresponds to the IANA time zone America/Los_Angeles, while IST corresponds to Asia/Kolkata.

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