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IST to SGT Converter

SGT is 2 hours and 30 minutes ahead of IST

Current IST Time
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Asia/Kolkata
Current SGT Time
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Asia/Singapore
Time Diff
2h 30m ahead
IST
UTC+5:30
SGT
UTC+8
Overlapping hours: 9:00 AM – 2.5:00 PM IST (5.5h)

IST to SGT Conversion Table

Green rows indicate standard business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in SGT

IST to SGT time conversion table showing all 24 hours
IST SGT
12:00 AM 2:30 AM
1:00 AM 3:30 AM
2:00 AM 4:30 AM
3:00 AM 5:30 AM
4:00 AM 6:30 AM
5:00 AM 7:30 AM
6:00 AM 8:30 AM
7:00 AM 9:30 AM
8:00 AM 10:30 AM
9:00 AM 11:30 AM
10:00 AM 12:30 PM
11:00 AM 1:30 PM
12:00 PM 2:30 PM
1:00 PM 3:30 PM
2:00 PM 4:30 PM
3:00 PM 5:30 PM
4:00 PM 6:30 PM
5:00 PM 7:30 PM
6:00 PM 8:30 PM
7:00 PM 9:30 PM
8:00 PM 10:30 PM
9:00 PM 11:30 PM
10:00 PM 12:30 AM +1d
11:00 PM 1:30 AM +1d

Converting India Standard Time to Singapore Time

India Standard Time (IST) and Singapore Time (SGT) are separated by a 2 hours and 30 minutes time difference. SGT is 2 hours and 30 minutes ahead of IST. IST is UTC+5:30, used in India, Sri Lanka, while SGT is UTC+8, used in Singapore.

When converting from IST to SGT, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM IST equals 11:30 AM SGT, 12:00 PM noon IST equals 2:30 PM SGT, and 5:00 PM IST equals 7:30 PM SGT. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across IST and SGT

For professionals scheduling meetings between IST and SGT, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 2 hours and 30 minutes difference, the window of overlap may be limited. Use the highlighted working hours in the conversion table above to quickly identify suitable meeting times.

Daylight Saving Time Considerations

IST does not observe Daylight Saving Time, maintaining UTC+5:30 year-round. SGT does not observe DST, staying at UTC+8 year-round.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between IST and SGT?
Singapore Time (SGT) is 2 hours and 30 minutes ahead of India Standard Time (IST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in IST, it is 2:30 PM in SGT.
How do I convert IST to SGT?
To convert IST to SGT, add 2 hours and 30 minutes to the IST time. For example, 9:00 AM IST is 11:30 AM SGT. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does IST or SGT observe Daylight Saving Time?
IST does not observe Daylight Saving Time. SGT does not observe Daylight Saving Time. During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between IST and SGT?
The best time to schedule a call between IST and SGT is during overlapping business hours. If you are in IST, try scheduling between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM your time, then check the conversion table above to see what that corresponds to in SGT.
Is IST ahead or behind SGT?
IST (UTC+5:30) is 2 hours and 30 minutes behind SGT (UTC+8). IST corresponds to the IANA time zone Asia/Kolkata, while SGT corresponds to Asia/Singapore.

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