What time is it in Delhi?
The clock below shows the exact local time in Delhi, India, ticking live in your browser. Delhi is India's capital region, on India Standard Time (UTC+5:30).
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Time zone & daylight saving
Delhi uses the Asia/Kolkata time zone, which is currently UTC+5:30. Delhi does not change its clocks: it stays on UTC+5:30 all year.
If you have a call or flight around a clock change, double-check the time a few days before. Most mix-ups happen on the weekend the clocks move.
Time difference from major cities
Planning a call
Here is how common business hours in Delhi line up elsewhere today:
| Delhi | New York | London | Tokyo |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08:00 in Delhi | 22:30 | 03:30 | 11:30 |
| 10:00 in Delhi | 00:30 | 05:30 | 13:30 |
| 12:00 in Delhi | 02:30 | 07:30 | 15:30 |
| 14:00 in Delhi | 04:30 | 09:30 | 17:30 |
| 16:00 in Delhi | 06:30 | 11:30 | 19:30 |
| 18:00 in Delhi | 08:30 | 13:30 | 21:30 |
| 20:00 in Delhi | 10:30 | 15:30 | 23:30 |
A rough rule: anything between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. in the earlier city usually lands inside working hours for both sides, unless they are more than 8 hours apart.
Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Delhi in?
Delhi is in the Asia/Kolkata time zone, currently UTC+5:30.
Does Delhi have daylight saving time?
No. Delhi stays on UTC+5:30 all year.
How do I know the time difference between me and Delhi?
The live line under the clock compares your device's time zone with Delhi and updates automatically.