Central Time is 10.5 hours behind IST (CST) or 9.5 hours behind (CDT)
What is the time difference between IST and Central Time?
The time difference between Indian Standard Time (IST) and Central Time depends on whether Daylight Saving Time is in effect. During standard time (CST), Central Time is 10 hours and 30 minutes behind IST. During daylight time (CDT), Central Time is 9 hours and 30 minutes behind IST.