Time difference between New Delhi and Shanghai
New Delhi is 2h 30m behind Shanghai. This gap is the same all year — neither city shifts its clocks relative to the other.
New Delhi
India
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Shanghai
China
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When the working days overlap
A 9-to-5 day in each city overlaps for 5h 30m. That is 09:00–14:30 in New Delhi, which is 11:30–17:00 in Shanghai.
Time zones compared
Frequently asked questions
- What is the time difference between New Delhi and Shanghai?
- New Delhi is 2h 30m behind Shanghai. This gap is the same all year — neither city shifts its clocks relative to the other.
- Does the time difference between New Delhi and Shanghai change during the year?
- No. The gap stays at 2h 30m all year.
- When is the best time to call Shanghai from New Delhi?
- Between 09:00 and 14:30 in New Delhi, which is 11:30 to 17:00 in Shanghai.