Current Time in Delhi, India
Exact time synced with atomic clocks (IANA + NTP)
Country
भारत
Dialling: +91
City Details
Delhi
दिल्ली
Lat: 28.7041° N
Long: 77.1025° E
Population: 31,870,000
Time Zone
Asia/Kolkata
GMT+5:30
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Overview
Delhi is India's capital and its second most populous city, with a National Capital Territory population of around 22 million and a wider NCR metro area of 34 million as of 2025. It is northern India's largest commercial centre and has been the seat of successive Indian empires and kingdoms for over 2,000 years, earning it more UNESCO World Heritage Sites than any other Indian city.
Administrative Region
National Capital Territory of Delhi
IN-DL
Local Currency
₹
Metadata
- Web Domain.in
- ISO CodeIN-DL
Culture & Daily Life
📜 History & Origins
Human habitation in the Delhi area dates back at least 5,000 years. The city's documented history begins around the 6th century BCE, and it served as capital to at least eight successive empires. The modern city traces its name to Raja Dhilu, a 1st-century BCE king. British New Delhi was designed by Edwin Lutyens and Herbert Baker and inaugurated as India's capital in 1931.
🗣️ Languages
👥 Demographics
✨ Leisure Highlights
- •Red Fort (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- •Qutb Minar and its surrounding ruins (UNESCO)
- •Humayun's Tomb (UNESCO)
- •India Gate and Rajpath ceremonial boulevard
- •Chandni Chowk market and Jama Masjid
🎒 Visitor Tip
Delhi is an intense city — start in Old Delhi around the Red Fort and Jama Masjid, then move to the broader New Delhi monuments. Use the Metro; it covers most major sights cleanly and cheaply. Book the Taj Mahal day trip to Agra early; it is 2.5 hours by express train from Hazrat Nizamuddin station. November to February is the most comfortable time to visit.
Geography & Climate
Land & Terrain
Surface area and physical characteristics
Flat Indo-Gangetic Plain bisected by the Yamuna River on the east. The Delhi Ridge — remnants of the ancient Aravalli Range — runs north-south along the western edge, reaching a maximum of around 320m. Alluvial plains dominate most of the territory, with sand dunes and scattered rocky outcrops in the southwest.
Climate Stats
Humid subtropical, bordering hot semi-arid (Köppen Cwa/BSh)
Avg Summer
38°C
Avg Winter
7°C
Annual Rainfall
776 mm
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Frequently Asked Questions about time in Delhi
What timezone is Delhi in?↓
Delhi 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. Delhi 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 Delhi compared to London?↓
Delhi 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 Delhi and New York?↓
Delhi 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 Delhi?↓
The time displayed for Delhi 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 Delhi?↓
UTCGMT+5:30 means Delhi is 5.5 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), the global standard for timekeeping.
What are the business hours in Delhi?↓
Standard business hours in Delhi 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 Delhi from London?↓
The best overlap for a call between London and Delhi is typically early morning in London (8–10 AM GMT), which corresponds to late afternoon or evening in Delhi. Always check the current time before calling to avoid unsociable hours.