Current Time in Ahmedabad, India
Exact time synced with atomic clocks (IANA + NTP)
Country
भारत
Dialling: +91
City Details
Ahmedabad
અમદાવાદ
Lat: 23.0225° N
Long: 72.5714° E
Population: 5,600,000
Time Zone
Asia/Kolkata
GMT+5:30
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Overview
Ahmedabad is Gujarat's largest city and India's first UNESCO World Heritage City (declared 2017), with approximately 8.4 million in the metro area as of 2025. It is the centre of India's textile industry, earning it the historical nickname 'the Manchester of the East', and is now also a major hub for petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals and diamond cutting and polishing — India handles over 90% of the world's rough diamonds, primarily in Surat and Ahmedabad.
Administrative Region
Gujarat
IN-GJ
Local Currency
₹
Metadata
- Web Domain.in
- ISO CodeIN-GJ
Culture & Daily Life
📜 History & Origins
Founded in 1411 CE by Sultan Ahmed Shah of the Muzaffarid dynasty of Gujarat, who named it after himself on the banks of the Sabarmati River. The sultan reportedly chose the site after observing a hare chasing a dog — interpreting it as an auspicious sign of the bold overcoming the powerful. Ahmedabad became one of the most prosperous trading cities in Mughal India and was described by the Mughal Emperor Jehangir as 'the handsome city'. It was the base of Mahatma Gandhi's independence movement in the 1920s and 1930s.
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👥 Demographics
✨ Leisure Highlights
- •Historic City of Ahmedabad — Old City pols (UNESCO)
- •Sabarmati Ashram — Gandhi's home 1917–1930
- •Calico Museum of Textiles
- •Sidi Saiyyed Mosque — intricate stone jali latticework (1573)
- •Adalaj Stepwell (Vav) — 15th-century architectural masterpiece
🎒 Visitor Tip
The Ahmedabad Metro is operational and expanding. The Old City's labyrinthine pols (traditional neighbourhood clusters) are a UNESCO-listed living urban heritage and best explored on foot with a heritage walk. The Sabarmati Ashram where Gandhi lived from 1917 to 1930 is serene and historically essential. The Calico Museum of Textiles has one of the finest collections of Indian textiles in the world. Avoid peak summer (April–June) when temperatures exceed 42°C.
Geography & Climate
Land & Terrain
Surface area and physical characteristics
Located on the flat Gujarati plains in western India, on both banks of the Sabarmati River, at approximately 53m above sea level. The terrain is entirely flat alluvial plain with no significant topographic relief. The Rann of Kutch desert begins approximately 200km to the west. The Sabarmati River bisects the city east-west.
Climate Stats
Hot semi-arid (Köppen BSh)
Avg Summer
37°C
Avg Winter
15°C
Annual Rainfall
761 mm
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Frequently Asked Questions about time in Ahmedabad
What timezone is Ahmedabad in?↓
Ahmedabad is in the Asia/Kolkata time zone (Asia/Kolkata), currently UTCGMT+5:30.
Does India observe daylight saving time?↓
No. India does not observe daylight saving time. Ahmedabad stays on IST (UTCGMT+5:30) year-round, so the clocks never change.
What is IST?↓
IST stands for Asia/Kolkata. It is UTCGMT+5:30 and is the standard time used in India.
How many hours ahead is Ahmedabad compared to London?↓
Ahmedabad is 5.5 hours ahead of London (GMT). During UK summer (BST), the difference reduces by 1 hour to 4.5 hours.
What is the time difference between Ahmedabad and New York?↓
Ahmedabad is 10.5 hours ahead of New York (EST). When New York switches to EDT in summer, the difference decreases by 1 hour.
How accurate is the time shown for Ahmedabad?↓
The time displayed for Ahmedabad is synced with atomic clock sources via NTP (Network Time Protocol) and uses IANA timezone data to ensure accuracy to the second. It automatically reflects any daylight saving time changes.
What does UTCGMT+5:30 mean for Ahmedabad?↓
UTCGMT+5:30 means Ahmedabad is 5.5 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), the global standard for timekeeping.
What are the business hours in Ahmedabad?↓
Standard business hours in Ahmedabad are typically Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM IST (UTCGMT+5:30). Many businesses also operate Saturday mornings. Public holidays follow the India national calendar.
What is the best time to call Ahmedabad from London?↓
The best overlap for a call between London and Ahmedabad is typically early morning in London (8–10 AM GMT), which corresponds to late afternoon or evening in Ahmedabad. Always check the current time before calling to avoid unsociable hours.