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Current Time in Kolkata, India

Kolkata, India is currently on GMT+5:30 (UTC+5:30). Kolkata does not observe Daylight Saving Time; the offset stays fixed at UTC+5:30 year-round. Use the live clock above for the exact current time, or the meeting planner to find the best call window with any other city.

Kolkata Timezone Details

Timezone: Asia/Kolkata  Current offset: UTC+5:30  DST: Not observed (fixed offset)

Kolkata Time vs Major World Cities

The table below shows the current time difference between Kolkata and five major global cities, plus the equivalent local time in each hub when it is 9:00 AM in Kolkata.

CityDifferenceWhen 9 AM in KolkataBusiness Overlap (your time)
London, UK4h 30m behind4:30 AM1:30 PM – 5:00 PM
New York, USA9h 30m behind11:30 PMNo overlap
Dubai, UAE1h 30m behind7:30 AM10:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tokyo, Japan3h 30m ahead12:30 PM9:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Sydney, Australia4h 30m ahead1:30 PM9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Best Time to Call Kolkata from Major Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is it in Kolkata right now?

Kolkata, India is in the Asia/Kolkata timezone, currently at UTC+5:30. The live clock above updates every second with the exact local time.

What timezone is Kolkata in?

Kolkata is in the Asia/Kolkata timezone. The current UTC offset is UTC+5:30. Kolkata does not observe Daylight Saving Time — the offset stays at UTC+5:30 all year.

Does Kolkata observe Daylight Saving Time?

No, Kolkata does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The timezone stays at UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) all year.

What is the time difference between Kolkata and London?

London is 4h 30m behind Kolkata. When it is 9:00 AM in Kolkata, it is 4:30 AM in London.

What is the time difference between Kolkata and New York?

New York is 9h 30m behind Kolkata. When it is 9:00 AM in Kolkata, it is 11:30 PM in New York.

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