Fajr Prayer Times – India

Last updated on September 29th, 2025 at 10:56 am

For Muslims across India, it is vital to know the accurate prayer times to encourage spiritual discipline. The Fajr (dawn) becomes the starting point of worship for the day prior to sunrise.

Current Fajr Times in Major Cities

Here are some sample Fajr times in Indian cities today:

• Delhi: 04:53 AM
  
• Mumbai: 05:16 AM
  
• Kolkata: 04:25 AM
  

Fajr, which occurs in the morning before daylight, runs by the city and is different for different days because India spans across different time zones and latitude. Local mosque announcements, India news updates, or the prayer time calculators available across the internet can be one of the best sources of tribal knowledge for this information.

Why Is The Time Of Fajr Important And How Is It Calculated?

The start of Fajr occurs when the first hint of light is shown on the horizon prior to sunrise, while it stops just before the true dawn. The timing for Fajr Prayer Times India also relies on how altitude and the solar geometry but can change daily as well. Many of the Muslim communities rely on either IslamicFinder or local masjids to accurately publish the daily time schedule across the Indian continent.

Refer to our detailed guide on how to find accurate Fajr Prayer Times India by city for more accurate city wise tables, calculation methods and modifications.

The start of Fajr occurs when the first hint of light is shown on the horizon prior to sunrise, while it stops just before the true dawn. The timing for Fajr also relies on how altitude and the solar geometry but can change daily as well. Many of the Muslim communities rely on either IslamicFinder or local masjids to accurately publish the daily time schedule across the Indian continent. 

Refer to our detailed guide on how to find accurate prayer times in India by city for more accurate city wise tables, calculation methods and modifications. 

Table: Fajr Times & Sunrise for Select Cities

Common Questions