10-Point CGPA Calculator
The grading system used by Indian universities (UGC / AICTE) — calculate yourSGPA for a single semester, then save semesters and watch yourcumulative CGPA update as you go.
Track your CGPA across your degree
Add courses for the current semester, save it, then add more semesters.
UGC standard — 10-point scale. Select your board for the correct letter mapping.
| Course | Grade (0–10) | Credits |
|---|
Add at least one course with credits to see your SGPA.
10-point grading reference
| CGPA range | Letter grade | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 9.0–10.0 | O | Outstanding |
| 8.0–8.9 | A+ | Excellent |
| 7.0–7.9 | A | Very Good |
| 6.0–6.9 | B+ | Good |
| 5.0–5.9 | B | Average |
| 4.0–4.9 | C | Pass |
| Below 4.0 | F | Fail |
Frequently asked questions
What is the 10-point CGPA scale used in India?+
Most Indian universities — under the UGC and AICTE guidelines — use a 10-point CGPA scale. Each course grade (0–10) is multiplied by its credit hours, the weighted points are summed, and the total is divided by the total credits attempted. The result is the Semester Grade Point Average (SGPA). Averaging every semester's SGPA, weighted by credits, gives the Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA).
How do I calculate my SGPA for one semester?+
Add each course with its grade (0–10) and its credit hours. SGPA = (Σ grade × credits) ÷ Σ credits. For example, two 4-credit courses graded 8 and 9 give (8 × 4 + 9 × 4) ÷ 8 = 8.5 SGPA.
How is cumulative CGPA calculated?+
CGPA = (Σ SGPA_i × credits_i) ÷ Σ credits_i across every semester. Use the My CGPA Tracker tab to save semesters — it computes the running CGPA automatically, with a trend arrow versus the previous semester.
Can I save multiple semesters and track my CGPA?+
Yes. After calculating a semester's SGPA, click Save as semester. The semester is stored in your browser (localStorage) and added to the tracker. You can also quick-add a past semester with just its SGPA + credits if you don't remember every course. Lock, rename, or delete saved semesters any time.
What is a good CGPA in Indian universities?+
Above 8.0 is typically considered distinction-level, 7.0–7.9 is first-class, 6.0–6.9 is good, and 5.0–5.9 is the passing average for most programs. Top-tier IITs and NITs often have higher cut-offs; check your department's policy.
How do I convert Indian CGPA to US 4.0 GPA?+
There is no official universal formula, but the most common reference conversion is GPA = CGPA × 0.4 (an 8.5 CGPA becomes 3.4 on the 4.0 scale). US admissions teams usually recalculate from your official transcript, so treat any conversion as a planning estimate. For more, see our International GPA Converter.
How the 10-point CGPA works — and why the formula changes by university
The UGC 10-point scale: the official framework
India's University Grants Commission (UGC) introduced the standardised 10-point grading scale as part of the Choice-Based Credit System (CBCS)in 2015. The core rules are:
- Each letter grade has a fixed grade point: O = 10, A+ = 9, A = 8, B+ = 7, B = 6, C = 5, P = 4, F = 0, Ab = 0.
- SGPA (Semester Grade Point Average) = Σ(grade × credits) ÷ Σ(credits) for one semester.
- CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average) = Σ(SGPA × credits) ÷ Σ(credits) across all semesters.
- The UGC defines no percentage conversion — the "× 9.5" rule is CBSE's, not UGC's.
How major Indian universities differ
Every Indian university implements the 10-point scale slightly differently. The letter labels, the pass threshold, and the grade-point for "F" can all shift. Here are the most common variants:
| Institution | Top grade | Points | Pass | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UGC (CBCS standard) | O | 10 | P = 4 | Reference framework |
| CBSE (Class X & XII) | O | 10 | D = 4 | Uses "× 9.5" for percentage |
| AKTU (Uttar Pradesh) | A+ | 10 | P = 4 | No "O" grade; top is A+ |
| VTU (Karnataka) | O | 10 | P = 4 | V: (CGPA − 0.75) × 10 |
| Anna University (Tamil Nadu) | O | 10 | RA = 0 | Flat "× 10" for percentage |
| Mumbai University | O | 10 | P = 4 | V: (CGPA × 7.1) + 11 (replaced 2026?) |
| Delhi University | O | 10 | D = 4 | 10-point scheme, per-department cut-offs |
This calculator uses the generic UGC 10-point scale (O = 10, A+ = 9, … F = 0). If your university uses a different letter mapping, the SGPA and CGPA numbers will be slightly different. The tracker (My CGPA) is always accurate because it works from the SGPAs you enter, regardless of how your university computed them.
The CGPA-to-percentage problem
There is no single official formula to convert a 10-point CGPA to a percentage. The "× 9.5" rule is CBSE's Class-X policy (Circular 24/2010), not a national standard. Anna University uses × 10, VTU uses (CGPA − 0.75) × 10 for its 2015–18 schemes, and Mumbai University used (CGPA × 7.1) + 11 under its CBCS-era rules (reportedly replaced by a marks-based certificate in 2026). The UGC itself has never published a conversion.
Sources:
UGC Guidelines on CBCS (2015) — ugc.gov.in
CBSE Circular 24/2010 — Original × 9.5 rule
VTU CGPA formula — vtu.ac.in
Anna University R2021 Regulations — CGPA × 10 flat