Current time in Ranchi, India

Time in Ranchi, Jharkhand, India
12:57 PM
 

Ranchi time zone and facts

Time zone
India Time (IST)
UTC offset
UTC+5:30
Daylight saving
Not observed — time stays the same all year
Sunrise today
5:48 AM
Sunset today
5:18 PM
Country
India
Region
Jharkhand
Coordinates
23.37°N, 85.33°E

Time difference from Ranchi

CityTime nowDifference
New York3:27 AM, Wed9:30 hours behind
Los Angeles12:27 AM, Wed12:30 hours behind
London8:27 AM, Wed4:30 hours behind
Paris9:27 AM, Wed3:30 hours behind
Dubai11:27 AM, Wed1:30 hours behind
Delhi12:57 PM, WedThe same time
Tokyo4:27 PM, Wed3:30 hours ahead
Sydney6:27 PM, Wed5:30 hours ahead

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Upcoming public holidays in India

  • Fri, Dec 25, 2026 Christmas Day
  • Tue, Jan 26, 2027 Republic Day
  • Fri, Mar 26, 2027 Good Friday
  • Wed, Apr 14, 2027 Ambedkar Jayanti
  • Sun, Aug 15, 2027 Independence Day

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Frequently asked questions

What time zone is Ranchi in?

Ranchi uses India Time (IANA zone Asia/Kolkata). Right now the local time is UTC+5:30.

Does Ranchi observe daylight saving time?

No. Ranchi keeps the same time all year.

What is the time difference between Ranchi and New York?

Ranchi is currently 9:30 hours ahead of New York.

What is the time difference between Ranchi and London?

Ranchi is currently 4:30 hours ahead of London.

What time is sunrise and sunset in Ranchi today?

Today the sun rises at 5:48 AM and sets at 5:18 PM local time.

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