CET to IST Converter

Category: Time Zone Converters
- July 01, 2025
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Central European Time (CET)

UTC+1/+2 • Berlin, Paris, Rome, Madrid

Conversion Settings

Configure your timezone conversion preferences

India Standard Time (IST)

UTC+5:30 • Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Kolkata
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Select a time to convert
Time Difference: --
UTC Offset (CET): +1:00
UTC Offset (IST): +5:30
DST Status: --
CET/CEST Time: --
IST Time: --
Time Format:
Current CET/CEST: --:--:--
Current IST: --:--:--
🇪🇺 CET is UTC+1 (winter) and CEST is UTC+2 (summer). IST is always UTC+5:30 and never observes daylight saving time.

CET to IST Conversion Guide

What is CET to IST Conversion?

CET to IST conversion helps you translate time between Central European Time and India Standard Time zones. CET is UTC+1 in winter and becomes CEST (UTC+2) during daylight saving time from March to October. IST is always UTC+5:30 and never changes for daylight saving time.

Time Zone Information

Central European Time (CET): Used in most of Europe including Germany, France, Spain, and Italy. UTC+1 in winter, becomes CEST (UTC+2) during daylight saving.
India Standard Time (IST): Used throughout India including Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, and Kolkata. Always UTC+5:30 with no daylight saving time adjustments.
Time Difference: IST is typically 4.5 hours ahead of CET, or 3.5 hours ahead of CEST during daylight saving time.

Daylight Saving Time Impact

Winter Period (CET): October to March - IST is 4.5 hours ahead of CET
Summer Period (CEST): March to October - IST is 3.5 hours ahead of CEST
India Time: No daylight saving time changes - always UTC+5:30 year-round

Common Conversion Examples

Business Hours (Winter)
CET 9:00 AM → IST 1:30 PM
CET 6:00 PM → IST 10:30 PM
4.5 hour time difference during CET period
Business Hours (Summer)
CEST 9:00 AM → IST 12:30 PM
CEST 6:00 PM → IST 9:30 PM
3.5 hour time difference during CEST period
Meeting Planning
Best CET Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Converts to IST: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Ideal for business meetings
Event Scheduling
CET Midnight: 4:30 AM IST
CET Noon: 4:30 PM IST
Perfect for global event timing

Conversion Tips & Best Practices

• Always check if European time is observing CET or CEST when scheduling
• IST doesn't change - it's always 5.5 hours ahead of UTC throughout the year
• Business meetings work best when CET is in afternoon (2-4 PM) for IST evening hours
• Remember that time difference changes by 1 hour during DST transitions
• Use 24-hour format to avoid AM/PM confusion when scheduling internationally
• CET transitions to CEST on the last Sunday in March at 2:00 AM

CET to IST Converter

Need to schedule across Europe and India without scrambling for time difference charts? This converter keeps you accurate, even when Europe switches between standard and daylight saving time. Whether you’re planning a conference, syncing with colleagues, or joining an online workshop, this tool shows you exactly what time it is on both ends.

Central European Time (CET/CEST) India Standard Time (IST)
🇩🇪 Germany
🇫🇷 France
🇪🇸 Spain
🇮🇹 Italy
🇳🇱 Netherlands
🇧🇪 Belgium
🇦🇹 Austria
🇨🇭 Switzerland
🇩🇰 Denmark
🇸🇪 Sweden
🇳🇴 Norway
🇨🇿 Czech Republic
🇭🇺 Hungary
🇵🇱 Poland
🇸🇰 Slovakia
🇸🇮 Slovenia
🇭🇷 Croatia
🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina
🇷🇸 Serbia
🇲🇪 Montenegro
🇲🇰 North Macedonia
🇽🇰 Kosovo
🇱🇮 Liechtenstein
🇱🇺 Luxembourg
🇦🇱 Albania
🇲🇹 Malta
🇲🇨 Monaco
🇸🇲 San Marino
🇻🇦 Vatican City
🇦🇩 Andorra
🇮🇳 India

Why It Matters to Get CET and IST Right

Unlike IST, which sticks to the same time year-round, CET flips to daylight saving time in the summer months, changing the time gap between Europe and India. This tool adjusts automatically, so you're never off by an hour when seasons shift. It helps avoid missed meetings and makes it easier to plan events without second-guessing yourself.

How to Use the Converter Step by Step

Select Your Date and Time

Start by choosing the date and time from the input section. By default, the tool assumes you’re starting with CET/CEST, but you can switch to IST anytime.

Pick Your Input Zone

Use the dropdown to change your input zone. The labels and live clocks update accordingly to show the current local time for that region.

Click Convert or Let It Work Automatically

With "Auto Convert" enabled, it updates as you go. Otherwise, press the “Convert Time” button to get the result manually.

Flip Directions with a Tap

Click the “Swap” button to switch the input and output zones without reentering anything. Handy for checking both directions.

Use ‘Now’ for Real-Time Planning

Click the “Now” button to fill in the current time of your selected input timezone. It's great for last-minute calls or comparisons.

Reset to the Defaults

If things get cluttered or you just want to start fresh, the “Reset” button clears it all and restores the input zone to CET.

Settings That Help You Dial It In

Daylight Saving Aware

This setting is active by default and adjusts the European side between CET and CEST based on the calendar. IST doesn’t change, so this setting mostly applies to Europe.

Show UTC Offset

Want to see the numerical offset for each zone? Turn this on to view CET as +01:00 or +02:00 (for CEST) and IST as +05:30.

Time Format and Seconds

You can switch between 12-hour and 24-hour formats, and also toggle whether you want to see seconds ticking on the live clocks.

Where This Really Comes in Handy

If you’re working in Berlin (🇩🇪) and your development team is in Bangalore (🇮🇳), this converter makes coordinating easier. A 10:00 AM CEST status call becomes 1:30 PM IST, clearly shown, no guessing. It even adapts automatically when Europe changes clocks in March and October, so your team isn’t thrown off by seasonal time shifts.

Stay in Step from Europe to India Without Doing the Math

This converter keeps time on your side whether you're navigating meetings, collaborating across borders, or setting up global events. You don’t need to track daylight saving changes by hand or memorize half-hour offsets. Just use the tool and focus on getting things done on time, wherever you are.

Time now in these cities:

New York · London · Tokyo · Paris · Hong Kong · Singapore · Dubai · Los Angeles · Shanghai · Beijing · Sydney · Mumbai

Time now in countries:

🇺🇸 USA | 🇨🇳 China | 🇮🇳 India | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 🇩🇪 Germany | 🇯🇵 Japan | 🇫🇷 France | 🇨🇦 Canada | 🇦🇺 Australia | 🇧🇷 Brazil |

Time now in time zones:

UTC | GMT | CET | PST | MST | CST | EST | EET | IST | China (CST) | JST | AEST | SAST | MSK | NZST |

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