IST to AEST Converter - Convert Indian Time to Australian Eastern Time
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| IST Time | AEST Standard Season UTC+5:30 Standard - UTC+5:30 → UTC+10 (+4h 30m) |
AEDT Daylight Season AEDT Daylight - UTC+5:30 → AEDT (+5h 30m) |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM (midnight) | 4:30 AM | 5:30 AM |
| 1:00 AM | 5:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| 2:00 AM | 6:30 AM | 7:30 AM |
| 3:00 AM | 7:30 AM | 8:30 AM |
| 4:00 AM | 8:30 AM | 9:30 AM |
| 5:00 AM | 9:30 AM | 10:30 AM |
| 6:00 AM | 10:30 AM | 11:30 AM |
| 7:00 AM | 11:30 AM | 12:30 PM |
| 8:00 AM | 12:30 PM | 1:30 PM |
| ★ 9:00 AM | ★ 1:30 PM | ★ 2:30 PM |
| ★ 10:00 AM | ★ 2:30 PM | ★ 3:30 PM |
| ★ 11:00 AM | ★ 3:30 PM | ★ 4:30 PM |
| ★ 12:00 PM (noon) | ★ 4:30 PM | 5:30 PM |
| 1:00 PM | 5:30 PM | 6:30 PM |
| 2:00 PM | 6:30 PM | 7:30 PM |
| 3:00 PM | 7:30 PM | 8:30 PM |
| 4:00 PM | 8:30 PM | 9:30 PM |
| 5:00 PM | 9:30 PM | 10:30 PM |
| 6:00 PM | 10:30 PM | 11:30 PM |
| 7:00 PM | 11:30 PM | +1 12:30 AM |
| 8:00 PM | +1 12:30 AM | +1 1:30 AM |
| 9:00 PM | +1 1:30 AM | +1 2:30 AM |
| 10:00 PM | +1 2:30 AM | +1 3:30 AM |
| 11:00 PM | +1 3:30 AM | +1 4:30 AM |
What is the time difference between IST and AEST?
AEST is 4 hours 30 minutes ahead of IST. During October to April, when AEST switches to AEDT, the difference becomes 5 hours 30 minutes ahead. 9:00 AM IST = 1:30 PM AEST. 12:00 PM IST = 4:30 PM AEST. 5:00 PM IST = 9:30 PM AEST.
What is the best time to call from Mumbai to Sydney?
The business hours overlap between IST and AEST runs from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM IST (1:30 PM to 5:00 PM AEST). Scheduling calls in this window keeps both sides within normal working hours.
Frequently Asked Questions about IST and AEST
AEST is 4 hours 30 minutes ahead of IST, so to convert mentally, add 4 hours 30 minutes to your IST time. For example: 9:00 AM IST = 1:30 PM AEST. Our converter automatically adjusts for Daylight Saving Time so you always get the right result.
AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time, UTC+10) is 4 hours 30 minutes ahead of IST (India Standard Time, UTC+5:30) during standard time. For example, 9:00 AM IST = 1:30 PM AEST. During DST periods, this difference changes by 1 hour when one or both zones observe Daylight Saving Time - our converter automatically applies the correct offset for any date you select.
The best overlap for standard business hours (9 AM-5 PM) in both zones is 09:00-12:30 IST = 13:30-17:00 AEST. Schedule recurring calls in this window to keep both sides within normal working hours. Remember to re-check the window in March and November (or March/October for European zones) when DST transitions can shift the overlap by 1 hour.
India does not observe Daylight Saving Time. IST remains constant year-round, which simplifies conversions.
Major cities in the IST (India Standard Time, UTC+5:30) timezone include: Mumbai, New Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Pune. IST is a fixed-offset zone - these cities do not observe Daylight Saving Time.
Major cities in the AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time, UTC+10) timezone include: Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, Hobart (Brisbane uses AEST year-round without DST). These cities switch to AEDT (UTC+11) from the first Sunday in October to the first Sunday in April.
AEST is 4 hours 30 minutes ahead of IST. The best overlap for business hours is 09:00-12:30 IST = 13:30-17:00 AEST. Always include both local times in calendar invites (for example, "2:00 PM IST / 6:30 PM AEST AEST"). Double-check around March and November (or March/October for European zones) when DST transitions can shift the offset by 1 hour. For full scheduling guidance, see our international meeting times guide.
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