What is the time difference between IST and KST?

Korea Standard Time (KST) is 3 hours and 30 minutes ahead of India Standard Time (IST). IST uses a UTC offset of UTC+5:30, while KST uses UTC+9. For example, when it's 9:00 AM in IST, it's 12:30 PM in KST. This difference remains constant year-round since neither timezone observes daylight saving time. Use the conversion table above to see the exact time for each hour of the day.

How do I convert IST to KST?

To convert IST to KST, add 3 hours and 30 minutes to the IST time. For example, 9:00 AM IST is 12:30 PM KST, and 5:00 PM IST is 8:30 PM KST. Since neither timezone observes DST, this conversion stays the same all year. You can also use the interactive converter above for quick, accurate results.

What time is it in KST when it's noon in IST?

When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in IST, it's 3:30 PM in KST. This is because KST is 3 hours and 30 minutes ahead of IST. Similarly, when it's 6:00 PM in IST, it's 9:30 PM in KST. This relationship is constant throughout the year. The color-coded conversion table above shows every hour mapped between both timezones.

How many hours ahead is KST from IST?

KST is 3 hours and 30 minutes ahead of IST. This means when it's 9:00 AM in IST, it's 12:30 PM in KST, and when it's midnight in IST, it's 3:30 AM in KST. This offset is constant throughout the year since neither timezone uses daylight saving time. The conversion table above provides a complete hour-by-hour mapping.

Is KST ahead or behind IST?

KST is ahead of IST by 3 hours and 30 minutes. Clocks in KST show a later time than IST, meaning the day starts earlier in KST relative to IST. For example, when it's morning in IST, it's later in the morning in KST. This difference stays the same year-round.

Does IST observe daylight saving time?

No, India Standard Time does not observe daylight saving time. The UTC offset of UTC+5:30 remains the same year-round, making time conversions from IST more predictable. Countries and regions in this timezone keep their clocks unchanged regardless of the season.

Does KST observe daylight saving time?

No, Korea Standard Time does not observe daylight saving time. The UTC offset of UTC+9 remains the same year-round, making time conversions to KST more predictable. Countries and regions in this timezone keep their clocks unchanged regardless of the season.

What is the best time to call from IST to KST?

The best time for a call between IST and KST is during overlapping business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in both timezones. To reach someone in KST during their work day, call between 5:30 AM and 1:30 PM your IST time. Avoid calling too early or late, as the 3 hours and 30 minutes difference means your evening could be their late night. Check the color-coded conversion table above — green hours indicate business hours in both zones, making it easy to find the ideal time.

Do IST and KST ever have the same time?

No, IST and KST are always 3 hours and 30 minutes apart and never display the same clock time simultaneously. Neither timezone observes DST, so the difference is constant year-round with no seasonal variation. The 3 hours and 30 minutes offset is determined by their fixed positions relative to the Prime Meridian (UTC). You can always rely on this consistent difference when planning across these timezones.

IST to KST Converter

Convert India Standard Time to Korea Standard Time. See the hour-by-hour conversion table below.

Timezone Details

India Standard Time

1:48 PM

Saturday, April 4, 2026

IST (UTC+05:30)

Korea Standard Time

5:18 PM

Saturday, April 4, 2026

KST (UTC+09:00)

Difference: +3h 30m

IST DST: No

KST DST: No

24-Hour Overview

IST — 24-hour overview

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10a

11a

12p12p

3p3p

6p6p

9p9p

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11p

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KST — 24-hour overview

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9a9a

10a

11a

12p12p

3p3p

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9p9p

10p

11p

12a12a

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Cities in These Timezones

IST Cities

Delhi Mumbai Kolkata Bangalore Chennai

KST Cities

Seoul Busan

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External Resources

India Standard Time on Wikipedia Korea Standard Time on Wikipedia IANA Time Zone Database