Time Zones in India
India uses a single national time zone with a distinctive 30-minute offset, UTC+5:30. India Standard Time is calculated from a reference longitude near Mirzapur, chosen to split the difference across the country's width.
Daylight Saving Time in India
India does not observe Daylight Saving Time.
Current Time in New Delhi
As the capital of India, New Delhi keeps the Kolkata time zone. See the live clock above, which updates automatically for any current Daylight Saving Time adjustment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many time zones does India have?
India uses a single national time zone with a distinctive 30-minute offset, UTC+5:30.
Does India observe Daylight Saving Time?
India does not observe Daylight Saving Time.
What is the capital of India and what time is it there now?
New Delhi is the capital of India. See the live clock above for its exact current time.