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Percentage to CGPA Converter

Convert between Percentage, CGPA, and SGPA for various boards and universities.

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Formula: Percentage / 9.5
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Comprehensive Guide to CGPA, SGPA & Percentage Conversion

Understanding the conversion between Percentage, CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average), and SGPA (Semester Grade Point Average) is crucial for college admissions, job applications, and study abroad programs. Different universities and boards follow different formulas. This guide demystifies the most common conversion standards used in India and internationally.

Common Conversion Formulas Explained

CBSE & 10-Point Scale

The most widely used formula for CBSE and many schools.
Formula: Percentage = CGPA × 9.5
Example: 8.0 CGPA = 8.0 × 9.5 = 76%

Mumbai University (7-Point)

Used for courses under the 7-point grading system.
Formula: Percentage = (7.1 × CGPA) + 11
Example: 6.0 CGPA = (7.1×6) + 11 = 53.6%

Engineering (VTU/SPPU/AKTU)

Common for technical universities.
Formula: Percentage = (CGPA - 0.75) × 10
Example: 8.25 CGPA = (8.25 - 0.75) × 10 = 75%

Simple Multiplier (10x)

Used by some autonomous colleges and foreign universities.
Formula: Percentage = CGPA × 10
Example: 7.8 CGPA = 78%

Difference Between SGPA and CGPA

  • SGPA (Semester Grade Point Average): Represents your performance in a single semester. It is calculated based on the grades obtained in all subjects during that specific semester and their respective credit points.
  • CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average): Represents your overall performance up to the current semester. It is the weighted average of all your SGPAs calculated from the first semester to the current one.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do we multiply by 9.5 for CBSE?

This factor was derived by analyzing the average marks of candidates who scored between 91 and 100 marks. The average was found to be closer to 95, so 10 CGPA equates to 95%, hence the 9.5 multiplier.

How to convert percentage to 4.0 GPA scale?

The 4.0 scale (US standard) is non-linear. Generally: 90-100% = 4.0, 80-89% = 3.0-3.9, etc. It's best to use a specialized WES (World Education Services) calculator for foreign university applications.

Can SGPA be higher than CGPA?

Yes. If you perform exceptionally well in a particular semester compared to your previous semesters, your SGPA for that term will be higher than your overall CGPA.