India and South Korea Working Hours Overlap in IST
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| South Korea Hours | Overlap (IST) | Local Time | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM IST | 12:30 PM – 5:00 PM | 4.5 hrs |
| 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM | 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM IST | 12:30 PM – 6:00 PM | 5.5 hrs |
| 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM | 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM IST | 12:30 PM – 7:00 PM | 6.5 hrs |
Note: Work week is Mon–Fri
About This Overlap
South Korea is one of the world's leading tech nations and increasingly India's tech partner. IST is 3h 30m behind KST year-round (no DST) — same as Japan. India's 9 AM = 12:30 PM Seoul; India's 5 PM = 8:30 PM Seoul. Samsung, LG, SK Hynix all have India R&D centres. Korean manufacturing and electronics sector source components from India.
Last updated: 20 March 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When do India and South Korea share working hours?
Overlap: 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM IST — 5.5 hours
How many hours overlap does IST have with South Korea?
Indian Standard Time (IST, UTC+5:30) and South Korea have a 5.5-hour overlap window. The exact span depends on daylight saving time in South Korea.
What is the best time to schedule a call between India and South Korea?
Schedule calls between 9:00 AM and 2:30 PM IST (12:30 PM–6:00 PM South Korea local time). This ensures both parties are within business hours.
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