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GST to IST Converter

IST is 1 hours and 30 minutes ahead of GST

Current GST Time
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Asia/Dubai
Current IST Time
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Asia/Kolkata
Time Diff
1h 30m ahead
GST
UTC+4
IST
UTC+5:30
Overlapping hours: 9:00 AM – 3.5:00 PM GST (6.5h)

GST to IST Conversion Table

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

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

Converting Gulf Standard Time to India Standard Time

Gulf Standard Time (GST) and India Standard Time (IST) are separated by a 1 hours and 30 minutes time difference. IST is 1 hours and 30 minutes ahead of GST. GST is UTC+4, used in United Arab Emirates, Oman, while IST is UTC+5:30, used in India, Sri Lanka.

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

Scheduling Across GST and IST

For professionals scheduling meetings between GST 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 1 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

GST does not observe Daylight Saving Time, maintaining UTC+4 year-round. IST does not observe DST, staying at UTC+5:30 year-round.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between GST and IST?
India Standard Time (IST) is 1 hours and 30 minutes ahead of Gulf Standard Time (GST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in GST, it is 1:30 PM in IST.
How do I convert GST to IST?
To convert GST to IST, add 1 hours and 30 minutes to the GST time. For example, 9:00 AM GST is 10:30 AM IST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does GST or IST observe Daylight Saving Time?
GST 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 GST and IST?
The best time to schedule a call between GST and IST 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 IST.
Is GST ahead or behind IST?
GST (UTC+4) is 1 hours and 30 minutes behind IST (UTC+5:30). GST corresponds to the IANA time zone Asia/Dubai, while IST corresponds to Asia/Kolkata.

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