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Nepal Time (Kathmandu)
NPT · UTC+5:45
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What is Nepal Standard Time (NPT)?
Nepal Standard Time (NPT) is the official time zone observed across all of Nepal, including Kathmandu, Pokhara, Biratnagar, and Nepalgunj. Nepal operates at a fixed offset of UTC+5:45.
No Daylight Saving Time
Nepal does not observe DST. Clocks remain at UTC+5:45 all 365 days of the year.
Unique 45-Minute Offset
Nepal is one of only three territories globally using a 45-minute offset (along with Chatham Islands and Eucla).
नेपाली समय (Devanagari)
नेपालको आधिकारिक समय काठमाडौँको देशान्तर (८६°१५' पूर्वी देशान्तर) अनुसार गणना गरिन्छ।
Nepal Time Comparison by Country
Real-time calculation showing how Nepal time compares to countries with large Nepali diaspora communities:
| Country & City | Difference from Nepal | DST Status |
|---|---|---|
| Australia (Sydney / Melbourne) | — | 4h 15m to 5h 15m ahead (DST applies) |
| Australia (Perth) | — | 2h 15m ahead, constant |
| Japan (Tokyo) | — | 3h 15m ahead, no DST |
| South Korea (Seoul) | — | 3h 15m ahead, no DST |
| UAE (Dubai / Abu Dhabi) | — | 1h 45m behind, no DST |
| Qatar (Doha) | — | 2h 45m behind, no DST |
| Saudi Arabia (Riyadh) | — | 2h 45m behind, no DST |
| Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur) | — | 2h 15m ahead, no DST |
| UK (London / GMT / BST) | — | 4h 45m to 5h 45m behind (DST applies) |
| Europe (Berlin / Paris) | — | 3h 45m to 4h 45m behind (DST applies) |
| USA (New York / EDT / EST) | — | 9h 45m to 10h 45m behind (DST applies) |
| USA (San Francisco / PDT / PST) | — | 12h 45m to 13h 45m behind (DST applies) |
| Canada (Toronto) | — | 9h 45m to 10h 45m behind (DST applies) |
| India (New Delhi / Kolkata) | — | Nepal is 15 minutes ahead, constant |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the official time zone of Nepal?
Nepal operates on Nepal Standard Time (NPT), with an offset of UTC+5:45. In computer and operating systems, its official IANA time zone identifier is Asia/Kathmandu.
Does Nepal change its clock for Daylight Saving Time (DST)?
No. Nepal never changes its clock. The time gap between Nepal and countries that do change clocks (such as the UK, USA, Canada, and parts of Australia) changes by exactly 1 hour during their seasonal transitions.
Why is Nepal time 45 minutes ahead of UTC+5 instead of 30 or 60?
In 1986, Nepal defined its standard meridian at 86°15' East longitude, which runs across the Gaurishankar mountain peak. This keeps standard time aligned with natural solar midday in Kathmandu and across the country.
What is the time difference between Nepal and Australia?
Eastern Australia (Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane) is ahead of Nepal. Sydney and Melbourne are 4 hours 15 minutes ahead during Australian winter, and 5 hours 15 minutes ahead during Australian daylight saving time (summer). Western Australia (Perth) is 2 hours 15 minutes ahead all year.
What is the time difference between Nepal and the USA or Canada?
Nepal is ahead of North America. When New York and Toronto are on Daylight Saving Time (EDT), Nepal is 9 hours 45 minutes ahead. In the winter (EST), Nepal is 10 hours 45 minutes ahead.
अहिले नेपालमा कति बज्यो? (What is the current Nepali time?)
नेपालमा अहिलेको वास्तविक समय माथिको लाइभ घडीमा प्रदर्शित छ। नेपाल भारतभन्दा १५ मिनेट अगाडि छ भने दुबई र कतारभन्दा क्रमशः १ घण्टा ४५ मिनेट र २ घण्टा ४५ मिनेट अगाडि छ।