Current Time in Varanasi
Uttar Pradesh, India
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
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This page shows the current time in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India — updated live every second. Varanasi observes the India Standard Time timezone (GMT+5:30, UTC+5:30), so you can always find the local time in Varanasi now without any manual calculation. Use the sections below to check the time zone, UTC offset, DST status, and compare Varanasi time with hundreds of other cities worldwide.
Current Local Time in Varanasi
What Time Is It in Varanasi Right Now?
The current local time in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India is 12:39:43 AM on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Varanasi 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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12:39:43 AM
GMT+5:30 · UTC+5:30
Varanasi Time Zone Information
UTC offset, DST status, and Varanasi 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
- Uttar Pradesh
Varanasi maintains a stable UTC offset of UTC+5:30 year-round, making it easy to schedule international calls and meetings.
How to Compare Varanasi Time With Other Cities
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Check the current local time in Varanasi (GMT+5:30, UTC+5:30) at the top of this page — the clock updates every second.
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Varanasi 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
- Uttar Pradesh
Varanasi is located in India (Uttar Pradesh) 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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