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IST to PST Converter

PST is 13 hours and 30 minutes behind IST

Current IST Time
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Asia/Kolkata
Current PST Time
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America/Los_Angeles
Time Diff
13h 30m behind
IST
UTC+5:30
PST
UTC-8

IST to PST Conversion Table

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

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

Converting India Standard Time to Pacific Standard Time

India Standard Time (IST) and Pacific Standard Time (PST) are separated by a 13 hours and 30 minutes time difference. PST is 13 hours and 30 minutes behind IST. IST is UTC+5:30, used in India, Sri Lanka, while PST is UTC-8, used in United States, Canada.

When converting from IST to PST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM IST equals 7:30 PM PST, 12:00 PM noon IST equals 10:30 PM PST, and 5:00 PM IST equals 3:30 AM PST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across IST and PST

For professionals scheduling meetings between IST and PST, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 13 hours and 30 minutes difference, the window of overlap may be limited, making early morning or late evening calls necessary for one party. Use the highlighted working hours in the conversion table above to quickly identify suitable meeting times.

Daylight Saving Time Considerations

IST does not observe Daylight Saving Time, maintaining UTC+5:30 year-round. PST observes DST, switching to PDT (UTC-7). 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 IST and PST?
Pacific Standard Time (PST) is 13 hours and 30 minutes behind India Standard Time (IST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in IST, it is 10:30 PM in PST.
How do I convert IST to PST?
To convert IST to PST, subtract 13 hours and 30 minutes from the IST time. For example, 9:00 AM IST is 7:30 PM PST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does IST or PST observe Daylight Saving Time?
IST does not observe Daylight Saving Time. PST observes DST, switching to PDT (UTC-7). During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between IST and PST?
The best time to schedule a call between IST and PST is during overlapping business hours. If you are in IST, 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 PST.
Is IST ahead or behind PST?
IST (UTC+5:30) is 13 hours and 30 minutes ahead of PST (UTC-8). IST corresponds to the IANA time zone Asia/Kolkata, while PST corresponds to America/Los_Angeles.

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