Forex Market Hours in India
The four major forex sessions in India time (IST, UTC+5:30) with the best trading window highlighted — auto DST aware via the live clock on this page.
When does the forex market open in India?
The forex market opens 03:30 IST Monday open cycle and runs through the week until the New York close (Saturday morning IST after NY close). In India time the four major sessions are: Sydney 02:30–11:30 IST, Tokyo 05:30–14:30 IST, London 13:30–22:30 IST, and New York 18:30–03:30 IST. The best window is 18:30–22:30 IST — the London–New York overlap with the highest liquidity and tightest spreads.
- UTC+5:30IST timezone
- 18:30–22:30Best window IST
- No DSTIST year-round
- SEBIIN regulator
Live Forex Status
Real-time market status and session times in local timezone — updates every second
Forex market is open right now
The forex market is open right now (2026-11-03 11:16 UTC). Active sessions: London.
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Forex Sessions in India Time (IST)
Standard reference times. London and New York can shift by one hour during daylight saving transitions — the live clock above stays DST-aware.
| Session | UTC | IST (India) | Volatility |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney | 21:00 – 06:00 | 02:30–11:30 IST | Low |
| Tokyo | 00:00 – 09:00 | 05:30–14:30 IST | Medium |
| London | 08:00 – 17:00 | 13:30–22:30 IST | High |
| New York | 13:00 – 22:00 | 18:30–03:30 IST | Highest |
Best window for Indian traders
- USD/INR & Asia–London bridge — RBI cues and US data both matter; INR is quieter in pure Sydney hours.
- 18:30–22:30 IST overlap — London–New York window in India Standard Time (no DST).
- RBI / FEMA constraints — retail onshore FX rules differ from offshore CFD access — verify legality.
- Half-hour offset — IST (UTC+5:30) makes converter tables essential vs whole-hour zones.
How DST Affects Forex Hours in India
India does not observe daylight saving time. London and New York still shift on their own DST calendars, so overlap windows move by one hour in IST during Northern Hemisphere summer.
Standard reference
London 13:30–22:30 IST · New York 18:30–03:30 IST · Best window 18:30–22:30 IST.
UK / EU summer
UK/EU summer moves London about one hour earlier in IST.
US summer
US summer moves New York about one hour earlier in IST.
Forex Trading in India — Regulatory Context
Forex trading access for Indian residents is restricted under local rules. Many global brokers do not onboard Indian clients for CFDs. Always verify legality and broker acceptance before depositing.
Use the live clock on this page with the FxOpenHours converter to confirm session status before you trade.
Holidays & Liquidity in India
Indian public holidays mainly affect local banking and INR-related liquidity. Global forex usually stays open.
For the full holiday calendar see our Forex Holiday Hours 2026 guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are forex market hours in India?
In India time (IST, UTC+5:30): Sydney 02:30–11:30 IST, Tokyo 05:30–14:30 IST, London 13:30–22:30 IST, and New York 18:30–03:30 IST. The market is open 24/5.
What is the best time to trade forex in India?
18:30–22:30 IST — the London–New York overlap.
Does daylight saving time affect forex hours in India?
India does not observe daylight saving time. London and New York still shift on their own DST calendars, so overlap windows move by one hour in IST during Northern Hemisphere summer.
Is forex trading legal in India?
Forex access for Indian residents is restricted. Verify legality and broker acceptance before depositing.
What time does the London session open in India?
London session hours in India: 13:30–22:30 IST.