IST to CET Converter
Convert India Standard Time to Central European Time
Convert India Standard Time (IST) to Central European Time (CET) in one place. This free converter shows the current time in both zones, lets you turn any IST time into the matching CET time, and includes a full conversion table for the day. Right now CET is 3 hours and 30 minutes behind IST. Central European Time (CET) shifts to Central European Summer Time (CEST) during daylight saving.
Because it reads live time zone rules, the offset stays correct through daylight saving changes on either side, so you never have to work the difference out by hand. It is handy for scheduling calls and meetings, catching a live stream or match, or keeping in touch with family and colleagues across the two regions.
IST to CET conversion table
| IST | CET |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 8:30 PM+1d |
| 1:00 AM | 9:30 PM+1d |
| 2:00 AM | 10:30 PM+1d |
| 3:00 AM | 11:30 PM+1d |
| 4:00 AM | 12:30 AM |
| 5:00 AM | 1:30 AM |
| 6:00 AM | 2:30 AM |
| 7:00 AM | 3:30 AM |
| 8:00 AM | 4:30 AM |
| 9:00 AM | 5:30 AM |
| 10:00 AM | 6:30 AM |
| 11:00 AM | 7:30 AM |
| 12:00 PM | 8:30 AM |
| 1:00 PM | 9:30 AM |
| 2:00 PM | 10:30 AM |
| 3:00 PM | 11:30 AM |
| 4:00 PM | 12:30 PM |
| 5:00 PM | 1:30 PM |
| 6:00 PM | 2:30 PM |
| 7:00 PM | 3:30 PM |
| 8:00 PM | 4:30 PM |
| 9:00 PM | 5:30 PM |
| 10:00 PM | 6:30 PM |
| 11:00 PM | 7:30 PM |
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert IST to CET?
Enter a IST time in the box above and the matching CET time appears instantly. You can also read the conversion table for the full day.
How far behind is CET of IST?
CET is currently 3 hours and 30 minutes behind IST. The exact gap can shift by an hour around daylight saving changes, which this converter accounts for.
Does it handle daylight saving time?
Yes. Conversions use live time zone rules, so the offset updates automatically when either zone moves on or off daylight saving.
Is it free?
Completely free, with no sign up and no download, on any device.