GMT to IST Converter | What Time is it in India Right Now?
Convert Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) to Indian Standard Time (IST) instantly. Find the exact time difference, view a 24-hour conversion table and get tips for UK-India meeting times.
IST is always 5.5 hours ahead of GMT.
Example: 10:00 AM GMT = 3:30 PM IST.
India does not observe Daylight Saving Time.
Seamless GMT to IST Conversion
Bridging the UK and India time zones has never been easier. Whether you're scheduling a cricket match watch party, setting up an IT support shift, or calling family back home, our tool provides an instant, accurate reference. Just select your date and time, and we'll handle the exact offset automatically.
Conversion Features
Precision Timing
Accurate to the minute. We calculate the exact difference between Greenwich Mean Time and Indian Standard Time.
DST Aware
Our system automatically accounts for Daylight Saving changes in the UK (BST) so your IST conversion is always correct.
Two-Way Convert
Need to go from Delhi to London? Simply use the swap button to reverse the source and target instantly.
Remote Work Ready
Perfect for distributed teams. Coordinate stand-ups and handover meetings without the mental math.
Best Time to Call India from UK
Planning a meeting between London and Delhi? Finding an overlap during standard working hours (9 AM - 5 PM) is crucial.
24-Hour Conversion Chart
Common GMT to IST Conversions
| GMT Time | IST Time |
|---|---|
| 4:46 PM GMT | 10:16 PM IST |
| 1:30 PM GMT | 7:00 PM IST |
| 2:30 PM GMT | 8:00 PM IST |
| 8:00 PM GMT | 1:30 AM IST (Next Day) |
| 9:30 AM GMT | 3:00 PM IST |
Convert Other GMT Offsets to IST
If you are working with time zones relative to GMT (like GMT+1 or GMT+8), use this reference table to find the difference to Indian Standard Time (UTC+5:30).
| GMT Offset | Difference to IST | Example Conversion |
|---|---|---|
| GMT+0 (UK Winter) | +5h 30m | 12:00 PM GMT = 5:30 PM IST |
| GMT+1 (BST/UK Summer) | +4h 30m | 12:00 PM BST = 4:30 PM IST |
| GMT+2 (CEST/EET) | +3h 30m | 12:00 PM GMT+2 = 3:30 PM IST |
| GMT+3 | +2h 30m | 12:00 PM GMT+3 = 2:30 PM IST |
| GMT+5 | +30m | 12:00 PM GMT+5 = 12:30 PM IST |
| GMT+8 (SGT/HKT) | -2h 30m | 12:00 PM GMT+8 = 9:30 AM IST |
How this GMT to IST Converter works
Our GMT to IST converter runs entirely in your browser. It calculates the exact 5 hours and 30 minutes time difference instantly using local device APIs, guaranteeing 100% accurate results (including DST handling) without needing to refresh the page.
How to use this GMT to IST Converter
Select GMT Time
Use the input fields or quick preset buttons to choose your desired source time.
Automatic Conversion
The tool instantly calculates and displays the equivalent Indian Standard Time.
Copy Result
Click the copy button to save the exact conversion result to your clipboard.
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