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CET to GST Converter

GST is 3 hours ahead of CET

Current CET Time
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Europe/Berlin
Current GST Time
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Asia/Dubai
Time Diff
3h ahead
CET
UTC+1
GST
UTC+4
Overlapping hours: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM CET (5h)

CET to GST Conversion Table

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

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

Converting Central European Time to Gulf Standard Time

Central European Time (CET) and Gulf Standard Time (GST) are separated by a 3 hours time difference. GST is 3 hours ahead of CET. CET is UTC+1, used in Germany, France, Italy, while GST is UTC+4, used in United Arab Emirates, Oman.

When converting from CET to GST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM CET equals 12:00 PM GST, 12:00 PM noon CET equals 3:00 PM GST, and 5:00 PM CET equals 8:00 PM GST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across CET and GST

For professionals scheduling meetings between CET and GST, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 3 hours 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

CET observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to CEST (UTC+2) during summer months. GST does not observe DST, staying at UTC+4 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 CET and GST?
Gulf Standard Time (GST) is 3 hours ahead of Central European Time (CET). When it is 12:00 PM noon in CET, it is 3:00 PM in GST.
How do I convert CET to GST?
To convert CET to GST, add 3 hours to the CET time. For example, 9:00 AM CET is 12:00 PM GST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does CET or GST observe Daylight Saving Time?
CET observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to CEST (UTC+2). GST 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 CET and GST?
The best time to schedule a call between CET and GST is during overlapping business hours. If you are in CET, 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 GST.
Is CET ahead or behind GST?
CET (UTC+1) is 3 hours behind GST (UTC+4). CET corresponds to the IANA time zone Europe/Berlin, while GST corresponds to Asia/Dubai.

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