Current Time in Indiana, United States
Indiana has more than one time zone. The main one (Indianapolis) is Eastern Standard Time – EST (UTC−5) right now.
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Time zones in Indiana
| Time zone | Offset now | Local time | Main areas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Standard Time (EST) | UTC−5 | --:-- | Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, South Bend, Elkhart |
| Central Standard Time (CST) | UTC−6 | --:-- | Chicago, Houston, Dallas, Minneapolis, San Antonio, St. Louis |
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Time zone of Indiana
| Time zone | Eastern Standard Time |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | EST |
| UTC offset | UTC−5 |
| IANA time zone id | America/Indiana/Indianapolis |
| Daylight saving time | Yes – UTC−5 in winter, UTC−4 in summer |
Time difference between Indiana and other cities
Daylight saving time in Indiana
2026
- 8 March 2026: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from EST (UTC−5) to EDT (UTC−4).
- 1 November 2026: Clocks go back 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from EDT (UTC−4) to EST (UTC−5).
2027
- 14 March 2027: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from EST (UTC−5) to EDT (UTC−4).
- 7 November 2027: Clocks go back 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from EDT (UTC−4) to EST (UTC−5).
Indiana time FAQ
What time is it in Indiana right now?
Indiana is on EST (UTC−5). The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Indiana, updated every second.
What time zone is Indiana in?
Indiana uses 2 time zones: EST, CST. The main zone is Eastern Standard Time (America/Indiana/Indianapolis).
Does Indiana observe daylight saving time?
Yes. The next change is on 14 Mar 2027, when clocks go forward one hour from EST to EDT.
What is the time difference between Indiana and New York?
Indiana and New York are on the same time.
Cities in Indiana
Updated 6 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.