CGPA Calculator
Add terms, pick your scale (4.0 / 4.3 / 5.0 / 10.0), prior CGPA & credits
Add Your Terms
Enter the GPA you earned in each term and the credits for that term. CGPA is the credit-weighted average of every term. Use Prior CGPA and credits to include study that isn’t broken out by term. Make sure every term GPA uses the same scale you selected.
Result Summary
- Terms counted0
- Cumulative GPA0.00
- Total credits0
- StatusEnter terms
How CGPA Is Calculated, Step By Step
See the exact formula and watch it run on a real transcript, so the number the tool gives you never feels like a black box.
Every CGPA comes down to two totals: the quality points you earned, and the credit hours you attempted. Quality points are simply each course’s grade point multiplied by its credit hours.
Three steps, in order:
- Convert each grade to its grade point using your school’s scale (an A is 4.0 on a 4-point scale).
- Multiply each grade point by that course’s credit hours to get its quality points.
- Add up all quality points, add up all credits, and divide the first total by the second.
Converting CGPA to a percentage
Turn your grade-point score into the percentage most application forms demand with the caveat that saves you from an embarrassing mistake.
Grade points and percentages measure the same performance on different rulers, so a form asking for one when you have the other is a routine hurdle.
The mistake we see most often: assuming ×9.5 is universal. It isn’t. Some engineering programs use Percentage = (CGPA × 7.5) + 11; others define their own multiplier entirely.
Always check your institution’s stated formula before you commit a number to an application. Our dedicated GPA to percentage converter lets you switch between the common methods.
| CGPA (10) | Percentage (×9.5) | ≈ GPA (4.0) |
|---|---|---|
| 10.0 | 95.0 | 4.0 |
| 9.0 | 85.0 | 3.6 |
| 8.0 | 76.0 | 3.2 |
| 7.0 | 66.5 | 2.8 |
| 6.0 | 57.0 | 2.4 |
| 5.0 | 47.5 | 2.0 |
Learn More About GPA
Want to understand your grades better? Our blog breaks down how GPA works, how to raise it, and how to plan your next semester — all in plain language.
FAQs
What is CGPA in simple terms?
CGPA is the credit-weighted average of the grades from every course you've completed across all terms. It's a single number that summarizes your overall academic performance.
How is CGPA calculated?
Multiply each course's grade point by its credit hours to get quality points, add all quality points together, then divide by your total credit hours. The result is your CGPA.
What's the difference between CGPA, GPA, and SGPA?
GPA and SGPA measure one term or one set of courses. CGPA is cumulative it averages every term you've taken into one running figure that reflects your whole record.
How do I convert CGPA to a percentage?
On a 10-point scale, the common formula is CGPA × 9.5. For example, an 8.2 CGPA is about 77.9%. Some universities use a different multiplier, so confirm yours first.
How do I convert a percentage back to CGPA?
Divide your percentage by the same factor your school uses — most often 9.5. A 76% works out to roughly 8.0 CGPA on a 10-point scale.
Is CGPA out of 4 or out of 10?
It depends on your system. U.S. schools usually grade out of 4.0, while many South Asian universities and boards use a 10-point scale. Pick the matching scale in the calculator.
Can I calculate CGPA without credit hours?
Yes. If every course carries equal weight, enter the same credit value for each one and the calculator returns a simple average of your grade points.
How do I turn my SGPA scores into a CGPA?
Weight each semester's SGPA by that semester's credits, add those together, and divide by your total credits. Use the "prior CGPA and credits" fields to carry earlier terms forward.
Is this calculator's CGPA official?
No. It's an accurate estimate for planning and self-checking. Your university's transcript is the official record, so always verify against its grading policy.
What counts as a good CGPA?
It varies by program and country, but on a 4.0 scale roughly 3.5+ is strong and 3.0 is solid; on a 10-point scale, 8.0+ is generally considered very good.