How to use the EST to IST Converter
- Enter a EST time. Set the date and time in Eastern Time.
- Read the IST time. The India Standard Time equivalent appears instantly, with DST notes.
- Compare more cities. Add cities to the hour grid or click an hour to convert it.
Eastern Time vs India Standard Time time difference in 2026
| Dates (2026) | IST vs ET |
|---|---|
| Jan 1 – Mar 7 | +10.5 hours |
| Mar 8 – Oct 31 | +9.5 hours |
| Nov 1 – Dec 31 | +10.5 hours |
The difference changes 2 times in 2026 because the two zones switch daylight saving time on different dates.
EST to IST conversion table (October 12, 2026)
| ET (EDT) | IST |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 9:30 AM |
| 1:00 AM | 10:30 AM |
| 2:00 AM | 11:30 AM |
| 3:00 AM | 12:30 PM |
| 4:00 AM | 1:30 PM |
| 5:00 AM | 2:30 PM |
| 6:00 AM | 3:30 PM |
| 7:00 AM | 4:30 PM |
| 8:00 AM | 5:30 PM |
| 9:00 AM | 6:30 PM |
| 10:00 AM | 7:30 PM |
| 11:00 AM | 8:30 PM |
| 12:00 PM | 9:30 PM |
| 1:00 PM | 10:30 PM |
| 2:00 PM | 11:30 PM |
| 3:00 PM | 12:30 AM (+1 day) |
| 4:00 PM | 1:30 AM (+1 day) |
| 5:00 PM | 2:30 AM (+1 day) |
| 6:00 PM | 3:30 AM (+1 day) |
| 7:00 PM | 4:30 AM (+1 day) |
| 8:00 PM | 5:30 AM (+1 day) |
| 9:00 PM | 6:30 AM (+1 day) |
| 10:00 PM | 7:30 AM (+1 day) |
| 11:00 PM | 8:30 AM (+1 day) |
Highlighted rows fall within 9 AM–5 PM in both zones. Times for other dates may differ around DST changes; use the converter above.
What your results mean
In this page’s name, EST stands for Eastern Time (America/New_York) and IST for India Standard Time (Asia/Kolkata); the labels are used year-round as search terms. The converter uses each zone’s rules for the date you pick, so it shows EDT or IST automatically when daylight saving time applies.
Tips
- Eastern Time is used in New York, Florida, Georgia, the Eastern Seaboard, Ontario and Quebec.
- India Standard Time is used in all of India.
- Also see EST to PST, EST to CST, IST to EST, PST to IST.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between EST and IST?
As of October 12, 2026, India Standard Time is 9.5 hours ahead of ET (EDT) (EDT UTC−4 vs IST UTC+5:30). The gap changes during the year because of daylight saving time: 10.5 hours in mid-January and 9.5 hours in mid-July.
What is 9 AM EST in IST?
On October 12, 2026, 9:00 AM ET (EDT) is 6:30 PM IST. The result can shift by an hour on dates when only one side is on daylight saving time; the converter above uses the rules for the date you pick.
Does EST observe daylight saving time?
Yes. Eastern Time switches between EST (UTC−5) and EDT (UTC−4); in 2026 clocks change on March 8 at 2:00 AM and November 1 at 2:00 AM local time.
Does IST observe daylight saving time?
No. IST (UTC+5:30, no daylight saving).
When do EST and IST business hours overlap?
They don’t overlap on a standard 9-to-5 day; one side has to start early or stay late. Early morning ET is usually the best window.
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