EST to IST Converter
IST is 9 hours and 30 minutes ahead of EST · IST → EST
Current offset note
The live clocks use today's IANA timezone rules. Right now EST is displaying as EDT (UTC-04:00) and IST is displaying as GMT+5:30 (UTC+05:30), so this table reflects the current real-world offset.
Meeting planner for EST and IST
Use these notes for recurring calls, handoffs, webinars, and launch timing across both zones.
Current difference
IST is 9 hours and 30 minutes ahead of EST using the current offsets shown by the live clocks.
Workday overlap
There is no standard 9 AM-5 PM overlap, so one side needs an early or late call window.
Recurring meetings
If either zone changes for daylight saving time, recheck the conversion before March-April and October-November meetings.
Quick Reference
| EST | IST |
|---|---|
| Midnight (00:00) | 9:30 AM |
| 6 AM (06:00) | 3:30 PM |
| 9 AM (09:00) | 6:30 PM |
| Noon (12:00) | 9:30 PM |
| 3 PM (15:00) | 12:30 AM |
| 6 PM (18:00) | 3:30 AM |
| 9 PM (21:00) | 6:30 AM |
EST to IST Conversion Table
Green rows indicate overlapping business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in both zones
| EST (24h) | EST (12h) | IST (24h) | IST (12h) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 | 12:00 AM | 09:30 | 9:30 AM | |
| 01:00 | 1:00 AM | 10:30 | 10:30 AM | |
| 02:00 | 2:00 AM | 11:30 | 11:30 AM | |
| 03:00 | 3:00 AM | 12:30 | 12:30 PM | |
| 04:00 | 4:00 AM | 13:30 | 1:30 PM | |
| 05:00 | 5:00 AM | 14:30 | 2:30 PM | |
| 06:00 | 6:00 AM | 15:30 | 3:30 PM | |
| 07:00 | 7:00 AM | 16:30 | 4:30 PM | |
| 08:00 | 8:00 AM | 17:30 | 5:30 PM | |
| 09:00 | 9:00 AM | 18:30 | 6:30 PM | |
| 10:00 | 10:00 AM | 19:30 | 7:30 PM | |
| 11:00 | 11:00 AM | 20:30 | 8:30 PM | |
| 12:00 | 12:00 PM | 21:30 | 9:30 PM | |
| 13:00 | 1:00 PM | 22:30 | 10:30 PM | |
| 14:00 | 2:00 PM | 23:30 | 11:30 PM | |
| 15:00 | 3:00 PM | 00:30 | 12:30 AM | next day |
| 16:00 | 4:00 PM | 01:30 | 1:30 AM | next day |
| 17:00 | 5:00 PM | 02:30 | 2:30 AM | next day |
| 18:00 | 6:00 PM | 03:30 | 3:30 AM | next day |
| 19:00 | 7:00 PM | 04:30 | 4:30 AM | next day |
| 20:00 | 8:00 PM | 05:30 | 5:30 AM | next day |
| 21:00 | 9:00 PM | 06:30 | 6:30 AM | next day |
| 22:00 | 10:00 PM | 07:30 | 7:30 AM | next day |
| 23:00 | 11:00 PM | 08:30 | 8:30 AM | next day |
About EST and IST
EST — Eastern Standard Time
| UTC offset | UTC-04:00 |
| IANA identifier | America/New_York |
| Abbreviation | EST |
Major cities: New York City.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between EST and IST?
EST (Eastern Standard Time) is UTC-04:00, while IST (India Standard Time) is UTC+05:30. IST is 9 hours and 30 minutes ahead of EST. When it’s 12:00 PM (noon) in EST, it’s 9:30 PM in IST.
When is 9 AM EST in IST?
9:00 AM EST is 6:30 PM IST. This conversion is useful for scheduling morning meetings or calls across these time zones.
What is the best time to schedule a call between EST and IST?
There are no overlapping standard business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) between EST and IST. One party will need to adjust their schedule. Early morning or late evening calls are typically the best compromise.
Does daylight saving time affect the EST to IST conversion?
Yes, if either time zone observes DST, the offset between them may change by 1 hour during spring and autumn transitions (typically March/April and October/November). The table above shows the current offset. Use the live clocks at the top of this page for real-time accuracy, or check our interactive converter for custom dates.
How do I convert EST to IST manually?
Add 9 hours and 30 minutes to the EST time. For example, 2:00 PM EST + 9 hours and 30 minutes = 11:30 PM IST. If the result is 24 or more, subtract 24 and add one day. If negative, add 24 and subtract one day.