IST to CET Converter

Central European Time (CET) is 3.5 hours behind India Standard Time (IST).

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IST to CET time difference

CET is 3.5 hours behind IST right now. The difference changes between 4.5 hours and 3.5 hours during the year because of daylight saving time.

Quick examples: 9:00 AM IST = 5:30 AM CET · 12:00 PM IST = 8:30 AM CET · 5:00 PM IST = 1:30 PM CET

IST to CET conversion table

India Standard Time (IST)Central European Time (CET)
12:00 AM IST8:30 PM CET (previous day)
1:00 AM IST9:30 PM CET (previous day)
2:00 AM IST10:30 PM CET (previous day)
3:00 AM IST11:30 PM CET (previous day)
4:00 AM IST12:30 AM CET
5:00 AM IST1:30 AM CET
6:00 AM IST2:30 AM CET
7:00 AM IST3:30 AM CET
8:00 AM IST4:30 AM CET
9:00 AM IST5:30 AM CET
10:00 AM IST6:30 AM CET
11:00 AM IST7:30 AM CET
12:00 PM IST8:30 AM CET
1:00 PM IST9:30 AM CET
2:00 PM IST10:30 AM CET
3:00 PM IST11:30 AM CET
4:00 PM IST12:30 PM CET
5:00 PM IST1:30 PM CET
6:00 PM IST2:30 PM CET
7:00 PM IST3:30 PM CET
8:00 PM IST4:30 PM CET
9:00 PM IST5:30 PM CET
10:00 PM IST6:30 PM CET
11:00 PM IST7:30 PM CET

How to convert IST to CET

  1. Pick a date and time in India Standard Time.
  2. The matching Central European Time time appears instantly on the right.
  3. Use the ⇄ button to convert CET to IST instead.

About India Standard Time and Central European Time

India Standard Time (IST) is used in New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore and all of India. Central European Time (CET) is used in Paris, Berlin, Madrid, Rome and Amsterdam.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the time difference between IST and CET?

CET is 3.5 hours behind IST right now. The difference changes between 4.5 hours and 3.5 hours during the year because of daylight saving time.

How do I convert IST to CET?

Subtract 3.5 hours to the IST time. For example, 12:00 PM IST is 8:30 AM CET.

Where is IST used?

India Standard Time is used in New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore and all of India.

Where is CET used?

Central European Time is used in Paris, Berlin, Madrid, Rome and Amsterdam.

Does this converter handle daylight saving time?

Yes. The converter uses the official time zone database, so it automatically applies daylight saving time for the date you pick.