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SGT to IST Converter

IST is 2 hours and 30 minutes behind SGT

Current SGT Time
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Asia/Singapore
Current IST Time
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Asia/Kolkata
Time Diff
2h 30m behind
SGT
UTC+8
IST
UTC+5:30
Overlapping hours: 11.5:00 AM – 5:00 PM SGT (5.5h)

SGT to IST Conversion Table

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

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

Converting Singapore Time to India Standard Time

Singapore Time (SGT) and India Standard Time (IST) are separated by a 2 hours and 30 minutes time difference. IST is 2 hours and 30 minutes behind SGT. SGT is UTC+8, used in Singapore, while IST is UTC+5:30, used in India, Sri Lanka.

When converting from SGT to IST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM SGT equals 6:30 AM IST, 12:00 PM noon SGT equals 9:30 AM IST, and 5:00 PM SGT equals 2:30 PM IST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across SGT and IST

For professionals scheduling meetings between SGT 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 2 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

SGT does not observe Daylight Saving Time, maintaining UTC+8 year-round. IST does not observe DST, staying at UTC+5:30 year-round.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between SGT and IST?
India Standard Time (IST) is 2 hours and 30 minutes behind Singapore Time (SGT). When it is 12:00 PM noon in SGT, it is 9:30 AM in IST.
How do I convert SGT to IST?
To convert SGT to IST, subtract 2 hours and 30 minutes from the SGT time. For example, 9:00 AM SGT is 6:30 AM IST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does SGT or IST observe Daylight Saving Time?
SGT does not observe Daylight Saving Time. 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 SGT and IST?
The best time to schedule a call between SGT and IST is during overlapping business hours. If you are in SGT, 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 SGT ahead or behind IST?
SGT (UTC+8) is 2 hours and 30 minutes ahead of IST (UTC+5:30). SGT corresponds to the IANA time zone Asia/Singapore, while IST corresponds to Asia/Kolkata.

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