Current Time in Delhi, India
Check the live current time in Delhi, India right now. Delhi operates on IST (GMT+5:30). Whether you're scheduling a meeting, planning a flight, or just curious — our real-time clock gives you the exact local time instantly, with no need to install anything.
Delhi Time Zone — IST
Delhi follows the IST time zone, which is GMT+5:30 relative to Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). Delhi does not observe Daylight Saving Time (DST). The clock stays at IST (GMT+5:30) year-round, making it simpler to coordinate across time zones. The IANA timezone identifier for Delhi is `Asia/Kolkata`, which is the internationally standardized reference used by operating systems, programming languages, and scheduling software worldwide.
How to Convert IST to Other Time Zones
To convert the current time in Delhi to another city, simply note the UTC offset (GMT+5:30) and calculate the difference. For example, if Delhi is at GMT+5:30 and New York is at UTC-5, the difference is straightforward arithmetic. Our World Clock tool lets you compare Delhi side-by-side with any other city in the world — no math needed.
Why Use a Live Clock for Delhi?
Unlike static converters that show a snapshot, our live clock for Delhi updates every second in real time. This is especially useful for: (1) Scheduling calls across time zones — see the exact moment in Delhi before you dial. (2) Remote teams — if your colleagues are in Delhi, always know if it's their working hours. (3) Travel planning — arrive prepared by tracking local time in Delhi before your flight.
Quick Facts About Time in Delhi
• Country: India 🇮🇳
• Timezone Abbreviation: IST
• UTC Offset: GMT+5:30
• IANA Identifier: Asia/Kolkata
• Observes DST: No
These details are pulled from the IANA Time Zone Database, the same source used by Apple, Google, and Microsoft for their system clocks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time zone is Delhi in?▾
Delhi, India is in the IST time zone, which is GMT+5:30 from UTC.
Does Delhi observe Daylight Saving Time?▾
No, Delhi does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The offset remains GMT+5:30 throughout the entire year.
What is the time difference between Delhi and New York?▾
The time difference depends on the current date due to potential Daylight Saving Time changes in either city. Use our live World Clock to see the exact real-time difference between Delhi and New York right now.
How can I track the time in Delhi for free?▾
You can use TheDigitalClock's free World Clock at thedigitalclock.com/world-clock to track the live time in Delhi alongside any other city, with no sign-up or installation required.