Percentage to CGPA Calculator

Convert your percentage marks into CGPA instantly using our simple online calculator — accurate, fast, and aligned with standard university grading systems.

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What is a Percentage to CGPA Calculator?

A Percentage to CGPA Calculator is a simple online tool designed to help students convert their academic marks from a percentage format to the Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) scale. This is a common requirement for college applications, job resumes, and competitive exams, where a standardized CGPA score is often preferred over a percentage.

Standard Conversion Formulas

Different educational boards and universities use slightly different formulas. Our calculator supports the most common ones:

  • For Indian Universities (CBSE, VTU, etc.): This is the most widely used formula in India, as recommended by boards like CBSE and UGC. The formula is: CGPA = Percentage ÷ 9.5.
  • For General 10-Point GPA Systems: Some institutions use a direct conversion where the percentage is simply divided by 10. The formula is: CGPA = Percentage ÷ 10.
  • Custom Formula: If your specific university provides a unique divisor, you can select our "Custom Formula" option to enter it manually for a precise conversion.

Why Use This Tool?

  • Accuracy: Avoid manual calculation mistakes and get the precise CGPA as per standard formulas.
  • Speed and Efficiency: Get instant results without needing to remember different formulas.
  • Application Ready: Quickly find the CGPA value you need for application forms and official documents.
  • Flexibility: Our support for custom divisors makes the tool useful for students from any university.

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate is this percentage to CGPA converter?

Our tool is highly accurate as it uses the official, standardized formulas prescribed by major educational bodies like CBSE, VTU, and UGC in India. For international or specific university standards, the custom divisor option ensures you get a precise result.

Can I convert my CGPA back to a Percentage?

Yes! To convert your CGPA back to a percentage, you would typically reverse the formula (e.g., Percentage = CGPA × 9.5). We are developing a dedicated CGPA to Percentage Calculator for this purpose to make it even easier.

Why is the divisor 9.5 used in the Indian system?

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) and many Indian universities standardized 9.5 as the multiplication factor to provide a realistic average conversion from grades to percentages. This factor was derived from analyzing the results of previous years' students and finding the average mark. Dividing by 9.5 is the reverse of that process.