IST to CET Converter

Convert between any time zones worldwide. Free and accurate time zone converter with DST support.

Edit time and date on either side to see the conversion instantly.

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IST
Indian Standard Time
Date changes are handled automatically when conversions cross midnight.
CET
Central European Time
Date changes are handled automatically when conversions cross midnight.

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About IST to CET Conversion

Converting time between IST and CET requires understanding their time zone offsets and any daylight saving time adjustments. IST (IST) operates at UTC+5, while CET (CET) is set to UTC+1. This means CET is 4.5 hours behind IST. For example, when it's 7:41 AM IST on February 4, 2026, it's 3:11 AM CET in CET. Use this converter to quickly find the equivalent time in CET for any time in IST, whether you're scheduling meetings, planning travel, or coordinating with teams across different time zones.

How to Use the Time Zone Converter

  1. Select your source timezone from the "From timezone" dropdown (use search to find quickly)
  2. Enter the date and time you want to convert (or click "Today" and "Now" for current time)
  3. Select your target timezone from the "To timezone" dropdown
  4. The conversion updates automatically as you change inputs - no button needed!
  5. Use "Copy" button to copy the converted time, or use presets for quick conversions

More Conversions from IST

IST to EST IST to CST IST to MST IST to MDT IST to PST IST to AKST IST to HST IST to GMT IST to EET IST to MSK IST to JST IST to CST-CHINA IST to HKT IST to SGT IST to GST IST to AEST IST to AWST IST to NZST IST to UTC IST to ART IST to BRT IST to PHT IST to BDT IST to KST IST to SAST IST to ICT IST to EAT IST to WAT IST to PKT

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between IST and CET?

The time difference between IST and CET is 4.5 hours. CET is 4.5 hours behind IST.

Is CET ahead of or behind IST?

CET is behind IST by 4.5 hours. When it's 12 PM in IST, it's 7:30 AM in CET.

How many hours do you add to IST to get CET?

You subtract 4.5 hours from IST to get CET. For example, 12 PM IST - 4.5 hours = 7:30 AM CET.

Does the IST to CET time difference change during Daylight Saving Time?

Yes, the time difference can change during Daylight Saving Time (DST). CET observes DST, which can affect the time difference during the transition periods in spring and fall.

What is 12 PM IST in CET?

12 PM IST is 7:30 AM CET. This conversion accounts for the 4.5-hour time difference between the two timezones.

Is IST the same throughout the year when converting to CET?

No, the conversion between IST and CET can vary during the year due to Daylight Saving Time. The time difference may change by 1 hour during DST transition periods (typically March and November), so always use a current timezone converter for accurate conversions.

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