IST ↔ PST Time Converter
Convert IST to PST instantly. India Standard Time is UTC+5:30 and Pacific Standard Time is UTC-8 / UTC-7 (PDT) — a 13h 30m difference. Enter any time in either field — both are fully editable. Use the ⇄ button to swap directions.
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IST (UTC+5:30) → PST (UTC-8 / UTC-7 (PDT)) · Difference: 13h 30m behind (auto-adjusts for DST)
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🤝 Best Meeting Hours Between IST and PST
Because PST is 13h 30m behind of IST, use this table to find windows where both sides fall within normal working hours. Morning slots in the earlier zone generally line up with afternoon or evening in the later zone.
| IST | PST | Suitability |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00 AM | 5:30 PM | Good — early start |
| 8:00 AM | 6:30 PM | Best overlap |
| 9:00 AM | 7:30 PM | Best overlap |
| 10:00 AM | 8:30 PM | Best overlap |
| 11:00 AM | 9:30 PM | Good — late window |
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📌 Zone Notes — IST & PST
India Standard Time (IST) is one of the few time zones in the world that uses a half-hour offset (UTC+5:30). This was chosen to keep a single national time for all of India rather than splitting the country across two zones. Because of this, any conversion involving IST will always result in a :30 minute mark.
🌤️ Daylight Saving Time (DST) — What to Know
PST (Pacific Standard Time) observes Daylight Saving Time (DST), shifting clocks forward by one hour during summer months. IST (India Standard Time) does not observe DST and remains fixed at UTC+5:30 year-round. As a result, the time difference between these zones changes seasonally — narrowing or widening by one hour when PST enters or exits its daylight period. The live clocks and converter on this page auto-adjust so you always get the precise current offset.
📋 Full 24-Hour Conversion Table — IST to PST
| IST (12h) | IST (24h) | PST (12h) | PST (24h) | Day | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 00:00 | 10:30 AM | 10:30 | -1 Day | Night |
| 1:00 AM | 01:00 | 11:30 AM | 11:30 | -1 Day | Night |
| 2:00 AM | 02:00 | 12:30 PM | 12:30 | -1 Day | Night |
| 3:00 AM | 03:00 | 1:30 PM | 13:30 | -1 Day | Night |
| 4:00 AM | 04:00 | 2:30 PM | 14:30 | -1 Day | Night |
| 5:00 AM | 05:00 | 3:30 PM | 15:30 | -1 Day | Night |
| 6:00 AM | 06:00 | 4:30 PM | 16:30 | -1 Day | |
| 7:00 AM | 07:00 | 5:30 PM | 17:30 | -1 Day | |
| 8:00 AM | 08:00 | 6:30 PM | 18:30 | -1 Day | |
| 9:00 AM | 09:00 | 7:30 PM | 19:30 | -1 Day | Business |
| 10:00 AM | 10:00 | 8:30 PM | 20:30 | -1 Day | Business |
| 11:00 AM | 11:00 | 9:30 PM | 21:30 | -1 Day | Business |
| 12:00 PM | 12:00 | 10:30 PM | 22:30 | -1 Day | Business |
| 1:00 PM | 13:00 | 11:30 PM | 23:30 | -1 Day | Business |
| 2:00 PM | 14:00 | 12:30 AM | 00:30 | — | Business |
| 3:00 PM | 15:00 | 1:30 AM | 01:30 | — | Business |
| 4:00 PM | 16:00 | 2:30 AM | 02:30 | — | Business |
| 5:00 PM | 17:00 | 3:30 AM | 03:30 | — | Business |
| 6:00 PM | 18:00 | 4:30 AM | 04:30 | — | |
| 7:00 PM | 19:00 | 5:30 AM | 05:30 | — | |
| 8:00 PM | 20:00 | 6:30 AM | 06:30 | — | |
| 9:00 PM | 21:00 | 7:30 AM | 07:30 | — | |
| 10:00 PM | 22:00 | 8:30 AM | 08:30 | — | Night |
| 11:00 PM | 23:00 | 9:30 AM | 09:30 | — | Night |
This table uses the fixed standard offset of 13h 30m behind. During Daylight Saving Time the actual difference may shift by one hour — use the live converter above which adjusts automatically.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions — IST to PST
What is the time difference between IST and PST?
Pacific Standard Time (PST) is 13h 30m behind of India Standard Time (IST). This comes from IST being at UTC+5:30 and PST at UTC-8 / UTC-7 (PDT). Three quick examples: 9:00 AM IST = 7:30 PM PST; 12:00 PM IST = 10:30 PM PST; 5:00 PM IST = 3:30 AM PST.
How do I convert IST to PST manually?
To convert IST to PST, subtract 13 hours 30 minutes to the IST time. For example: 12:00 PM IST → 10:30 PM PST. When the result goes past midnight, increment the date by one day (shown as "+1 Day" in the converter). Because IST uses a :30 offset, results will always land on a :30-minute mark — carry the 30 minutes forward normally.
Is PST ahead of or behind IST?
Pacific Standard Time (PST) is 13h 30m behind of India Standard Time (IST). The reverse is also true: IST is 13h 30m ahead of PST. A real-world example: if a colleague in Los Angeles proposes a noon meeting, that means 1:30 AM on your IST clock in New Delhi.
What is IST — India Standard Time?
India Standard Time (IST) is the standard civil time used across New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai and surrounding regions. It sits at UTC+5:30 relative to UTC. It does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so the UTC offset remains constant at UTC+5:30 every day of the year. Major cities in this zone include: New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Colombo.
What is PST — Pacific Standard Time?
Pacific Standard Time (PST) is the civil time standard for Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Portland and the surrounding area. Operating at UTC-8 / UTC-7 (PDT) from UTC, it observes Daylight Saving Time and shifts its clocks seasonally by one hour. Cities in this zone include: Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Portland, San Diego, Las Vegas, Vancouver.
Does Daylight Saving Time affect the IST to PST difference?
Yes, partially. PST observes Daylight Saving Time and shifts its clocks by one hour during summer, while IST stays fixed at UTC+5:30 year-round. The gap between the two zones therefore changes seasonally — it shifts by one hour when PST enters or exits its DST window. The live converter on this page adjusts automatically for the current date.
What is the best time to schedule a meeting between IST and PST?
The best meeting window is where standard working hours (9 AM – 6 PM) overlap in both zones. Since PST is 13h 30m behind of IST, mornings in the earlier zone align with afternoons or evenings in the later zone. As a rule of thumb: 8 AM – 11 AM in the earlier zone usually works for both sides. Check the meeting hours table above for this specific pair's recommended slots, and avoid any time that falls before 7 AM or after 9 PM on either side.
How do I convert PST back to IST?
Type any time into the PST field in the bidirectional converter above — it calculates the IST result instantly and works equally well in both directions. You can also add 13 hours 30 minutes from the PST time manually to get the IST equivalent. For a dedicated reverse converter, visit: PST to IST converter ↗.
Do IST to PST conversions cross midnight?
Yes, several hours in the day will cross midnight when converting between these two zones. When a converted time crosses 11:59 PM, the date advances by one day — shown as "+1 Day" in the converter. When it goes before 12:00 AM, the date moves back — shown as "-1 Day". The 24-hour reference table on this page also flags day changes in the Day column. Always check the date indicator when sending calendar invites or scheduling calls across these two zones.
Which cities and regions use IST?
India Standard Time (IST) is the official time standard for: New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Colombo. The zone operates at UTC+5:30, with no seasonal variation. It is one of the most widely used time zones for international business in its region.
Which cities and regions use PST?
Pacific Standard Time (PST) covers: Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Portland, San Diego, Las Vegas, Vancouver. It runs at UTC-8 / UTC-7 (PDT)and observes Daylight Saving Time during part of the year. When coordinating calls between IST and PST, use the live clocks at the top of this page to see the exact current local time in both zones simultaneously before confirming a meeting time.
Why does IST use a :30 half-hour offset?
India Standard Time uses UTC+5:30 rather than a whole-hour offset because India chose a single national time zone for the entire country. Given India's large east-west geographic span, a single whole-hour offset would put sunrise and sunset times far out of sync with the clock in either the east or west. The UTC+5:30 compromise keeps solar noon closest to 12:00 across most of the country. As a result, every conversion involving IST will always land on a :30-minute mark in the destination timezone (or a :00 mark if the other zone also uses a :30 offset, like IST itself).
Can I rely on this page for recurring IST–PST meetings?
Yes. The live clocks at the top update every second so you always see the current time in both zones. The converter handles DST changes automatically, and the 24-hour table gives you a printable reference for the full day. For recurring meetings, pick a slot from the "Best Meeting Hours" table and set your calendar event with the correct IANA timezone (Asia/Kolkata for IST, America/Los_Angeles for PST) so future occurrences self-adjust for any clock changes.