IST to EST time difference
EST is 9.5 hours behind IST right now. The difference changes between 10.5 hours and 9.5 hours during the year because of daylight saving time.
Quick examples: 9:00 AM IST = 11:30 PM EST · 12:00 PM IST = 2:30 AM EST · 5:00 PM IST = 7:30 AM EST
IST to EST conversion table
| India Standard Time (IST) | Eastern Time (EST) |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM IST | 2:30 PM EST (previous day) |
| 1:00 AM IST | 3:30 PM EST (previous day) |
| 2:00 AM IST | 4:30 PM EST (previous day) |
| 3:00 AM IST | 5:30 PM EST (previous day) |
| 4:00 AM IST | 6:30 PM EST (previous day) |
| 5:00 AM IST | 7:30 PM EST (previous day) |
| 6:00 AM IST | 8:30 PM EST (previous day) |
| 7:00 AM IST | 9:30 PM EST (previous day) |
| 8:00 AM IST | 10:30 PM EST (previous day) |
| 9:00 AM IST | 11:30 PM EST (previous day) |
| 10:00 AM IST | 12:30 AM EST |
| 11:00 AM IST | 1:30 AM EST |
| 12:00 PM IST | 2:30 AM EST |
| 1:00 PM IST | 3:30 AM EST |
| 2:00 PM IST | 4:30 AM EST |
| 3:00 PM IST | 5:30 AM EST |
| 4:00 PM IST | 6:30 AM EST |
| 5:00 PM IST | 7:30 AM EST |
| 6:00 PM IST | 8:30 AM EST |
| 7:00 PM IST | 9:30 AM EST |
| 8:00 PM IST | 10:30 AM EST |
| 9:00 PM IST | 11:30 AM EST |
| 10:00 PM IST | 12:30 PM EST |
| 11:00 PM IST | 1:30 PM EST |
How to convert IST to EST
- Pick a date and time in India Standard Time.
- The matching Eastern Time time appears instantly on the right.
- Use the ⇄ button to convert EST to IST instead.
About India Standard Time and Eastern Time
India Standard Time (IST) is used in New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore and all of India. Eastern Time (EST) is used in New York, Washington DC, Miami and Toronto.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between IST and EST?
EST is 9.5 hours behind IST right now. The difference changes between 10.5 hours and 9.5 hours during the year because of daylight saving time.
How do I convert IST to EST?
Subtract 9.5 hours to the IST time. For example, 12:00 PM IST is 2:30 AM EST.
Where is IST used?
India Standard Time is used in New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore and all of India.
Where is EST used?
Eastern Time is used in New York, Washington DC, Miami and Toronto.
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.