Convert times accurately between Eastern Time (ET - EST/EDT, America/New_York) and Indian Standard Time (IST, Asia/Kolkata). Automatically handles Daylight Saving Time.
EST to IST Time Zone Converter
Convert dates and times between US Eastern Time (ET: EST/EDT, New York) and Indian Standard Time (IST, Kolkata). The tool automatically adjusts for Daylight Saving Time (EDT) based on the selected date.
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Understanding ET, EST, EDT, and IST
This time zone converter handles conversions between two major time zones:
- ET (Eastern Time): Refers to the time zone observed on the East Coast of North America. It alternates between:
- EST (Eastern Standard Time): UTC-5. Typically observed during winter months.
- EDT (Eastern Daylight Time): UTC-4. Observed during summer months due to Daylight Saving Time. This tool uses the IANA timezone name "America/New_York" to automatically handle the switch between EST and EDT based on the date you select.
- IST (Indian Standard Time): UTC+5:30. This is the standard time observed across India and does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The IANA timezone name is "Asia/Kolkata".
Using this EST to IST / IST to EST converter ensures accurate scheduling for meetings, calls, or events between these regions, especially considering the complexity of Daylight Saving Time. It's a vital online time zone tool for anyone coordinating between the US East Coast and India.
US / India Time Difference
The time difference between ET and IST is typically 9.5 hours (IST ahead during EDT) or 10.5 hours (IST ahead during EST). This tool calculates the exact conversion for the specific date and time entered.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the difference between EST and EDT?
EST (UTC-5) is Standard Time. EDT (UTC-4) is Daylight Saving Time. Eastern Time (ET) uses EST in the winter and EDT in the summer. This converter uses "America/New_York" which handles this switch automatically based on the date.
Does India observe Daylight Saving Time?
No, Indian Standard Time (IST, UTC+5:30) remains constant throughout the year.
Why is the date important for conversion?
The date determines whether Daylight Saving Time (EDT) is active in the Eastern Time zone, which changes the UTC offset and affects the conversion result. Always provide the correct date for accurate time conversion.
How does this converter handle DST?
It uses the browser's built-in `Intl.DateTimeFormat` capabilities and standard IANA time zone names ('America/New_York', 'Asia/Kolkata'). These allow the browser (if its time zone data is up-to-date) to determine the correct UTC offset, including DST adjustments, for the specified date and time zone.
Is this an EST to IST converter or EDT to IST converter?
It's both! By selecting "Eastern Time (ET)", the tool automatically applies EST (UTC-5) or EDT (UTC-4) based on the date you input, ensuring the correct conversion to or from IST (UTC+5:30).
