US Pacific Time to India Standard Time
Convert times between US Pacific Time (PST, UTC-8:00) and India Standard Time (IST, UTC+5:30). India Standard Time is 13.5 hours ahead of US Pacific Time in standard time. During daylight saving time this difference changes to 12.5 hours.
UTC-8:00 / -7:00→UTC+5:30
Live timezone converterUTC Offset Reference
| Timezone | Abbreviation | Standard offset | DST offset | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US Pacific Time | PST / PDT | UTC-8:00 | UTC-7:00 | United States |
| India Standard Time | IST | UTC+5:30 | — | India |
* DST offset applies during summer months. Exact transition dates vary by year.
Standard Time Conversion (PST → IST)
| US Pacific Time | India Standard Time |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM PST | 1.5:00 PM IST |
| 6:00 AM PST | 7.5:00 PM IST |
| 9:00 AM PST | 10.5:00 PM IST |
| 12:00 PM PST | 1.5:00 AM (next day) IST |
| 3:00 PM PST | 4.5:00 AM (next day) IST |
| 6:00 PM PST | 7.5:00 AM (next day) IST |
| 9:00 PM PST | 10.5:00 AM (next day) IST |
Summer (DST) Conversion (PDT → IST)
| US Pacific Time (summer) | India Standard Time (summer) |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM PDT | 0.5:00 PM IST |
| 6:00 AM PDT | 6.5:00 PM IST |
| 9:00 AM PDT | 9.5:00 PM IST |
| 12:00 PM PDT | 0.5:00 AM (next day) IST |
| 3:00 PM PDT | 3.5:00 AM (next day) IST |
| 6:00 PM PDT | 6.5:00 AM (next day) IST |
| 9:00 PM PDT | 9.5:00 AM (next day) IST |
Daylight Saving Time (DST) Notes
- US Pacific Time observes DST. Clocks advance 1 hour to PDT (UTC-7:00) roughly from month 3 to 11.
- The offset difference shifts between 13.5h (standard) and 12.5h (DST season). Always verify the current offset using the live converter below.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert PST to IST?
Add 13.5 hours to the PST time to get IST. For example, 9:00 AM PST = 10.5:00 PM IST.
What is the current UTC offset for US Pacific Time?
US Pacific Time is UTC-8:00 during standard time (PST) and UTC-7:00 during summer daylight saving time (PDT).
Is India Standard Time ahead or behind US Pacific Time?
India Standard Time is 13.5 hours ahead of US Pacific Time in standard time.
When is a good time to schedule a meeting between PST and IST?
Due to the 13.5-hour difference, business-hours overlap may be limited. Use the live timezone converter to find a mutually convenient time.
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