GST to IST Converter – Gulf Standard Time to Indian Standard Time
Gulf Standard Time · Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Muscat
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GST to IST Conversion Table
Common GST times converted to Indian Standard Time (IST)
| UAE — GST | India — IST | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM (midnight) GST | 1:30 AM IST | same day |
| 6:00 AM GST | 7:30 AM IST | same day |
| 9:00 AM GST | 10:30 AM IST | same day |
| 12:00 PM GST | 1:30 PM IST | same day |
| 3:00 PM GST | 4:30 PM IST | same day |
| 6:00 PM GST | 7:30 PM IST | same day |
| 9:00 PM GST | 10:30 PM IST | same day |
| 11:30 PM GST | 1:00 AM IST | next day |
India Work Hours in GST — Meeting Planner
When India is working (9 AM – 9 PM IST), what time is it in UAE?
| India — IST | UAE — GST | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 AM IST | 7:30 AM GST | same day |
| 12:00 PM IST | 10:30 AM GST | same day |
| 3:00 PM IST | 1:30 PM GST | same day |
| 6:00 PM IST | 4:30 PM GST | same day |
| 9:00 PM IST | 7:30 PM GST | same day |
About Gulf Standard Time and IST Time Difference
Indian Standard Time (IST) is UTC+5:30. Gulf Standard Time (GST) is UTC+04:00. The offset between GST and IST is IST −1:30 hrs.
India does not observe Daylight Saving Time — IST stays at UTC+5:30 year-round. If UAE observes DST, the actual offset between GST and IST will shift by 1 hour during the DST period (typically spring–autumn in the Northern Hemisphere, autumn–spring in the Southern Hemisphere).
Major cities in Gulf Standard Time
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Muscat.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between GST and IST?
IST (Indian Standard Time) is UTC+5:30. Gulf Standard Time is UTC+04:00. The difference is IST −1:30 hrs. For example, 12:00 PM GST = 1:30 PM IST.
Does India observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. India does not observe DST. IST stays at UTC+5:30 all year. The offset between GST and IST may change if your timezone observes DST — typically shifting by 1 hour in spring and autumn.
How do I convert GST to IST?
To convert GST to IST: add 1.5 hours to the GST time. Use the conversion table above or the live clock for instant DST-aware results.
India–UAE Work Hour Overlap
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