What is the full form of CGPA?
The CGPA full form is a Cumulative Grade Point Average. Grades of A, B, C, D, and F are used to calculate a student’s cumulative grade point average (CGPA) at high schools and colleges. The cumulative grade point average (CGPA) is the average of the grade points earned in all courses, excluding any additional courses required under the study plan. The grading system in India is based on the percentage attained, and it varies from country to country based on their philosophies and institutional practices.
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Method of calculating CGPA from Percentage
Below are the steps for calculating the percentage of marks
- Topic-wise percentage of marks = 9.5 ✕ Subject GP
- Overall, Mark Percentage = is 9.5. ✕ Overall CGPA.
Consider the case of a student with a 7.5 cumulative GPA. The student’s overall percentage can be determined as follows.
- Overall Mark Percentage = 9.5. ✕ 7.5
- Overall Mark Percentage = 71.25 %.
The Indian CGPA system is detailed in the following table. This may vary slightly between different universities and courses.
| Marks Obtained | Numerical Grade | Letter Grade | Category |
| ≥90 | 10 | O | Outstanding |
| <90 ≥80 | 9 | A+ | Excellent |
| <80 ≥70 | 8 | A | Very Good |
| <70 ≥60 | 7 | B+ | Good |
| <60 ≥50 | 6 | B | Above Average |
| <50 ≥45 | 5 | C | Average |
| <45 ≥40 | 4 | D | Pass |
| <40 | 0 | F | Fail |
