Live current time in Nepal (Nepal Standard Time, UTC+5:45). Nepal does not observe Daylight Saving Time.
Welcome to Easy Converters’ “Nepal Time Now” page, offering the exact current local time in Nepal, including Kathmandu. Our clock is synchronized with global atomic time servers to deliver millisecond‑accurate time data for your convenience.
Nepal uses **Nepal Standard Time (NPT)**, which is **UTC +5:45**—one of the few time zones with a 45‑minute offset. Nepal does not observe Daylight Saving Time :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.
In 1986 Nepal adjusted clocks forward by 15 minutes from the previous alignment with IST (UTC +5:30), establishing the unique **UTC +5:45** based on the mean solar time of the Gaurishankar Peak (~86°20′ E) :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}. This put Nepal 15 minutes ahead of India—earning a point of cultural pride as “Nepali Stretched Time” :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}.
Before 1920, Nepal followed local solar time (approx. UTC +5:41:16 at Kathmandu). It briefly shifted to Indian Standard Time (UTC +5:30), before officially adopting UTC +5:45 in 1986 :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}.
Use these offsets to coordinate:
| City/Zone | Difference from NPT |
|---|---|
| UTC | −5 h 45 m |
| New York (ET) | −10 h 45 m (−11 h 45 m during DST) |
| Delhi (IST) | −15 m |
| Bangkok (ICT, UTC+7) | +1 h 15 m |
| Tokyo (JST, UTC+9) | +3 h 15 m |
Only a few regions do:
Whether you’re planning a trip, engaging with Nepali teams, or syncing global apps, having accurate NPT ensures smooth coordination:
Nepalis affectionately call their time zone **“Nepali Stretched Time”**, partly for the extra 15 minutes and partly because it helps with punctuality—informally giving a grace period for meetings :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}.
Students, educators, and researchers use NPT for:
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It aligns with Kathmandu’s solar mean time and sets Nepal ahead of India—symbolically and practically :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}.
No—Nepal remains on NPT year-round :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}.
Only the Chatham Islands and Nepal. Australia’s CWST uses +8:45 unofficially :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}.
There are no current plans to adjust NPT; it’s expected to remain permanently at UTC +5:45.
“Nepal Time Now” by Easy Converters offers users accurate, up-to-date local time in Nepal—crucial for travel, work, education, and global coordination. Bookmark this page or embed the widget to ensure you’re always aligned with Nepali Standard Time.
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Nepal shares deep diplomatic, trade, and cultural ties with countries like India, China, the United States, Japan, and members of SAARC. Accurate time tracking plays a role in:
Using “Nepal Time Now” ensures foreign teams and embassies operate on local NPT without time mismatches that could lead to missed appointments or delays.
Tourism is a cornerstone of Nepal’s economy. Whether it’s spiritual travelers heading to Lumbini, trekkers going up to Everest Base Camp, or backpackers exploring Pokhara, staying aligned with NPT is vital for:
Even local bus services and Himalayan flight operators work on strict NPT slots. Having a reliable live clock helps tourists from Europe, America, and Australia plan in harmony with Nepal's unique time zone.
Many religious and public festivals in Nepal are time-sensitive and astrologically calculated. These include:
Knowing the real-time clock in Nepal allows broadcasters, tourists, and local devotees to join these festivals live, whether in-person or online.
For developers building apps with Nepali audiences, accurate time settings are essential for:
Easy Converters' accurate and embeddable “Nepal Time Now” widget can be integrated on dashboards or CMS systems to always display live NPT without needing separate backend setups.
Thousands of students attend online classes from international universities or engage in virtual training programs from home in Nepal. For them, live NPT access is essential to:
Similarly, tutors, instructors, and EdTech firms running operations in Nepal rely on accurate NPT for platform scheduling, assignment timestamps, and real-time notifications.
With platforms like Upwork, Fiverr, and Freelancer.com seeing rising participation from Nepali professionals, being on time across projects and client communications becomes vital. Freelancers use tools like “Nepal Time Now” to:
Clients appreciate on-time delivery, and freelancers working in NPT avoid common scheduling mistakes by referencing a dedicated local clock.
Businesses in Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Lalitpur, and other regions usually operate between:
Government offices generally follow a 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM NPT workday. International buyers and partners in e-commerce, manufacturing, or agriculture who work with Nepal-based vendors need to understand these business hours in the NPT zone.
People across Nepal refer to NPT for activities like:
Our clock syncs with standard time APIs and is accurate to the second, ensuring those who depend on solar-based or ritual-based timing can confidently plan around it.
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No login, no lag — just accurate Nepal time at your fingertips.
Time drives the world. When it comes to a unique time zone like NPT (UTC +5:45), accuracy matters even more. Bookmark this tool or share it with colleagues and clients to avoid confusion, improve coordination, and make smarter decisions.
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