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Universities in India

Grading intelligence

Grading systems used at India universities

16 universities use a percentage-based scale
Scale range
0.0–10.0
Top grade
O = 10.0

e.g. Aligarh Muslim University (AMU)· Anna University· Banaras Hindu University (BHU)

10 universities use a letter-grade scale
Scale range
0.0–10.0
Top grade
O = 10.0

e.g. Amity University· Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham· Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani (BITS Pilani)

Each India university stores its own grading scheme — including any plus/minus subdivisions, custom cut-offs, and scale maxima — so you don’t need to convert your CGPA manually. Pick your university and the calculator applies the correct conversion automatically.

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These 26 calculators have had their grading scheme checked against the university’s own published policy — the table the calculator applies is the table the institution prints:

India GPA Calculator FAQs

Common questions students from India ask about calculating their CGPA with GPAWise.

Which grading scale do India universities use?
Across the 26 universities we list in India, 16 universities use a percentage-based scale (0.0–10.0) and 10 universities use a letter-grade scale (0.0–10.0). Each sets its own cut-offs, so your CGPA reflects your specific institution rather than a generic conversion. Examples in our listing include Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Anna University, and Banaras Hindu University (BHU).
What is considered a good CGPA at India universities?
On India's most common 10-point scale, a CGPA of about 7.5 is generally considered good and 8.8 or above excellent; many graduate programs look for at least 7.5. Because each university sets its own cut-offs, treat these as planning figures — your registrar may round or weight credits differently.
Is GPAWise free for students in India?
Yes — GPAWise is completely free for students in India, with no signup, no email, and no ads. Your CGPA inputs stay in your browser, scoped to this site, for 60 days from your last visit — they're never sent to a server unless you choose to submit feedback.
How accurate is the CGPA calculation for India institutions?
For the courses and credits you enter, the calculator applies each India university's official grading scheme so the result matches your transcript. India uses the 10-point scale recommended by the UGC, and differences usually come from special credits (audit, withdraw, transfer) or rounding rules your registrar may apply differently.
Can I see what SGPA I need next semester to hit a target?
Yes — every per-university page on GPAWise has a Target CGPA calculator (linked from the regular calculator's result card) that tells you the average SGPA you'd need across your remaining credits to reach a goal. It uses the same institution-specific grading scheme.