City time
Current local time in Delhi, India
The current time in Delhi, India is 3:23:39 PM. If you are searching for time in Delhi now, Delhi time now, current time in Delhi, or wondering what time it is in Delhi right now, this page shows the live local time, UTC offset, time zone, and local date.
Current local time
August 31, 2026
Live time snapshot
Current time now in Delhi, India
- Time zone
- Asia/Kolkata
- Abbreviation
- GMT+5:30
- UTC offset
- UTC+05:30
- Daylight saving time
- Not currently observed
Weather, daylight, and DST in Delhi
These local planning details help with travel days, outdoor tours, business calls, and event scheduling in Delhi, India.
Weather snapshot
Weather can vary through the day. Check the local forecast before travel or outdoor plans.
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise: 05:58 AM
Sunset: 06:44 PM
Day length: 12h 46m
DST transition
No upcoming daylight saving change was found for this time zone in the next 18 months.
Time and time zone in Delhi
The current local time in Delhi, India is 3:23:39 PM.
The Delhi time zone is Asia/Kolkata.
Delhi uses UTC offset UTC+05:30 and the timezone abbreviation GMT+5:30.
This page helps answer searches such as time in Delhi, time in Delhi now, Delhi current time, current time in Delhi, what time is it in Delhi, what time is it in Delhi right now, Delhi local time, Delhi India time, what time is it in Delhi India right now, Delhi time zone, and what time zone is Delhi in.
Quick answers about time in Delhi
The current local time in Delhi, India is 3:23:39 PM.
The Delhi time zone is Asia/Kolkata.
Delhi uses UTC offset UTC+05:30 and the timezone abbreviation GMT+5:30.
What time is it in Delhi right now?
The current time in Delhi is 3:23:39 PM.
What time zone is Delhi in?
Delhi is in the Asia/Kolkata time zone.
What is the time in Delhi, India right now?
The live local time in Delhi, India is 3:23:39 PM.
What UTC offset does Delhi use?
Delhi currently uses UTC+05:30.
Time zone details for Delhi
Time zone
Asia/Kolkata
UTC offset
UTC+05:30
Abbreviation
GMT+5:30
Daylight saving
Not currently observed
Delhi time now and India Standard Time
This page answers Delhi time, time in Delhi, current time in India, and India Standard Time searches with a live local clock.
Popular searches this page answers
Quick answers
- Delhi uses the Asia/Kolkata time zone.
- Delhi uses India Standard Time.
- India does not currently observe daylight saving time.
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Editorial city time guide
Planning with Delhi local time
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Source basis: IANA time zone data, live conversion, daylight data, weather context, and editorial review.
Delhi local time is essential for coordinating business calls, virtual conferences, flight schedules, and travel logistics. Knowing the exact local clock time helps prevent missed appointments and scheduling conflicts across global time zones.
Right now, Delhi, India is shown as 3:23:39 PM on August 31, 2026, using Asia/Kolkata with the current offset UTC+05:30.
Confirm whether Delhi or your local region observes seasonal Daylight Saving Time. Clocks in many jurisdictions shift forward in spring and backward in autumn, which temporarily adjusts time differences by one hour.
Travel timing
When traveling to Delhi, all flight departures, arrivals, train connections, museum visits, and hotel check-in times are strictly scheduled according to Delhi local civil time. Always verify local arrival dates for overnight or transcontinental transit.
Business timing
For cross-border business meetings, scheduling between 09:00 and 17:00 Delhi local time ensures direct overlap with office hours. Use a reliable time converter to confirm time differences if your team is located in North America, Europe, or Asia.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Scheduling calls with Delhi without confirming whether seasonal clock changes recently occurred.
- Assuming all regional cities operate on identical local times without checking official municipal time zones.
- Overlooking arrival date shifts during overnight international travel to Delhi.
Extra quick answers
What are the best hours for phone or video calls to Delhi?
Standard business hours between 09:00 and 17:00 Delhi local time offer the highest availability for professional and personal communications.
Are transportation and flight tickets displayed in Delhi local time?
Yes, airline boarding passes, train tickets, and hotel check-in confirmations are always printed in Delhi local civil time.
How can I avoid time zone scheduling errors when booking meetings in Delhi?
Specify the exact time zone name, UTC offset, and local time in calendar invites to ensure all participants are aligned regardless of their location.
Planning calls and travel with Delhi time
Meeting planning
Compare the time in Delhi with other cities before arranging international calls and team meetings.
Travel timing
Use the live local time in Delhi when planning arrivals, departures, and transport schedules.
Business hours
Check the local time in Delhi before calling hotels, offices, clients, or local contacts.
Practical time planning for Delhi, India
Use this section when you need more than the current clock. It shows how Delhi, India lines up with common business and travel reference points right now, using the active offset UTC+05:30.
| Reference place | Local time now | Compared with Delhi, India |
|---|---|---|
| New York | Mon 5:53 AM | Delhi, India is 9 hours 30 minutes ahead |
| London | Mon 10:53 AM | Delhi, India is 4 hours 30 minutes ahead |
| Lagos | Mon 10:53 AM | Delhi, India is 4 hours 30 minutes ahead |
| Dubai | Mon 1:53 PM | Delhi, India is 1 hour 30 minutes ahead |
| Tokyo | Mon 6:53 PM | Delhi, India is 3 hours 30 minutes behind |
Best use cases
For calls, use the comparison table as a quick screen, then confirm a date-specific slot in the meeting planner. This matters most when either side observes daylight saving time.
How this page is calculated
City clocks use IANA time zone identifiers, browser internationalization data, and the current date so seasonal offset changes are reflected automatically.
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Frequently asked questions about time in Delhi
What time zone is Delhi in?
Delhi is in the Asia/Kolkata time zone.
What time is it in Delhi right now?
The current local time in Delhi is 3:23:39 PM.
Which cities share the same time as Delhi?
Cities using the same time zone and UTC offset as Delhi may currently share the same local time.
What UTC offset does Delhi use?
Delhi currently uses UTC+05:30.