Current Time in Kochi
Kerala, India
Friday, April 17, 2026
India Standard Time
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This page shows the current time in Kochi, Kerala, India — updated live every second. Kochi observes the India Standard Time timezone (GMT+5:30, UTC+5:30), so you can always find the local time in Kochi now without any manual calculation. Use the sections below to check the time zone, UTC offset, DST status, and compare Kochi time with hundreds of other cities worldwide.
Current Local Time in Kochi
What Time Is It in Kochi Right Now?
The current local time in Kochi, Kerala, India is 06:39:21 PM on Friday, April 17, 2026. Kochi observes the India Standard Time timezone (GMT+5:30, UTC+5:30). The city is currently on standard GMT+5:30 time.
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06:39:21 PM
GMT+5:30 · UTC+5:30
Kochi Time Zone Information
UTC offset, DST status, and Kochi timezone details
- Timezone
- India Standard Time
- UTC Offset
- UTC+5:30
- IANA Identifier
- Asia/Kolkata
- Daylight Saving Time
- Not observed / not active
- Country
- 🇮🇳 India
- Region / State
- Kerala
Kochi maintains a stable UTC offset of UTC+5:30 year-round, making it easy to schedule international calls and meetings.
How to Compare Kochi Time With Other Cities
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Check the current local time in Kochi (GMT+5:30, UTC+5:30) at the top of this page — the clock updates every second.
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Kochi Time Zone Information
Time Zone Details
- Time Zone
- GMT+5:30
- Full Name
- India Standard Time
- UTC Offset
- UTC+5:30
- IANA Zone
- Asia/Kolkata
- Country
- 🇮🇳 India
- DST Active
- No — Standard time is in effect
- Region/State
- Kerala
Kochi is located in India (Kerala) and observes the Asia/Kolkata time zone. The current UTC offset is UTC+5:30. This timezone does not observe Daylight Saving Time.
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