Current Time in Kolkata
The current local time in Kolkata, India, updated live every second.
Note The time is computed in your browser from Kolkata’s official time zone (Asia/Kolkata) — never hardcoded. Kolkata keeps UTC+5:30 year-round.
Kolkata vs other Asia-Pacific cities, right now
Live current time in nearby major cities, and how far each is ahead of or behind Kolkata.
How to read the time in Kolkata
- 01 The large clock shows Kolkata’s current local time, ticking every second in 24-hour format, with the 12-hour (AM/PM) time beside it.
- 02 Read the zone label and UTC offset to see how Kolkata relates to Coordinated Universal Time — it updates itself when daylight saving changes.
- 03Use the “ahead of / behind your local time” line to convert Kolkata time to your own instantly.
Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Kolkata in?
Kolkata, India uses the Asia/Kolkata time zone (IANA identifier). Kolkata stays on UTC+5:30 all year and does not change its clocks for daylight saving time.
Does Kolkata observe daylight saving time?
No. Kolkata keeps the same offset (UTC+5:30) throughout the year and does not adjust its clocks seasonally, so its local time relative to UTC never changes.
What is the time difference between Kolkata and Tokyo?
The gap between Kolkata and Tokyo depends on the current daylight-saving state of each city, so it can shift during the year. The live reference table above shows exactly how many hours Tokyo and other cities are ahead of or behind Kolkata right now.
Is this Kolkata clock accurate and free?
Yes. The time is calculated live in your browser from Kolkata's official IANA time zone (Asia/Kolkata) and your device clock — nothing is hardcoded and nothing is uploaded. It is completely free and needs no sign-up.