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GST to CET Converter

CET is 3 hours behind GST

Current GST Time
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Asia/Dubai
Current CET Time
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Europe/Berlin
Time Diff
3h behind
GST
UTC+4
CET
UTC+1
Overlapping hours: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM GST (5h)

GST to CET Conversion Table

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

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

Converting Gulf Standard Time to Central European Time

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

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

Scheduling Across GST and CET

For professionals scheduling meetings between GST and CET, 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

GST does not observe Daylight Saving Time, maintaining UTC+4 year-round. CET observes DST, switching to CEST (UTC+2). 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 GST and CET?
Central European Time (CET) is 3 hours behind Gulf Standard Time (GST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in GST, it is 9:00 AM in CET.
How do I convert GST to CET?
To convert GST to CET, subtract 3 hours from the GST time. For example, 9:00 AM GST is 6:00 AM CET. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does GST or CET observe Daylight Saving Time?
GST does not observe Daylight Saving Time. CET observes DST, switching to CEST (UTC+2). During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between GST and CET?
The best time to schedule a call between GST and CET is during overlapping business hours. If you are in GST, 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 CET.
Is GST ahead or behind CET?
GST (UTC+4) is 3 hours ahead of CET (UTC+1). GST corresponds to the IANA time zone Asia/Dubai, while CET corresponds to Europe/Berlin.

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