Live local time
What time is it in Shimla?
Shimla time zone, explained
Right now it is the time shown on the live clock above in Shimla. Shimla observes the Asia/Kolkata time zone (GMT+5:30). The clock on this page reads the official time-zone rules, so it stays correct year-round — including daylight saving time changes.
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Shimla time — FAQ
What time is it in Shimla right now?
The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Shimla (Asia/Kolkata, GMT+5:30). It updates every second and automatically accounts for daylight saving time.
What time zone is Shimla in?
Shimla uses the Asia/Kolkata time zone, currently GMT+5:30.
Does Shimla observe daylight saving time?
This page uses the official IANA time zone database, so if Shimla changes its clocks, the time shown here changes with it automatically.