BST to IST time converter
India Standard Time (IST) is 5 hours 30 minutes ahead of British Time (BST) in January and 4 hours 30 minutes ahead in July, because daylight saving time shifts the difference. Use the grid below to line up London and New Delhi: drag the cursor across the day, and working hours (9 AM–5 PM) are highlighted in every row so you can spot a slot that suits both sides.
Right now it is 11:46 BST in London and 16:16 IST in New Delhi.
2/10 zones · drag the tape, scroll sideways or use the arrow keys; Home jumps back to now.
BST to IST: frequently asked
What is the time difference between BST and IST?
India Standard Time (IST) is 5 hours 30 minutes ahead of British Time (BST) in January and 4 hours 30 minutes ahead in July, because daylight saving time shifts the difference.
What time is 9 AM BST in IST?
9:00 AM BST is 2:30 PM IST in January, and 1:30 PM IST in July.
When do working hours overlap between London and New Delhi?
In January: Both sides are within 9:00 AM–5:00 PM working hours between 9:00 AM and 11:30 AM BST (2:30 PM to 5:00 PM IST). In July: Both sides are within 9:00 AM–5:00 PM working hours between 9:00 AM and 12:30 PM BST (1:30 PM to 5:00 PM IST).