Ultimate CGPA Calculator
Calculate your Cumulative Grade Point Average easily and accurately
User Guide: How to Use the CGPA Calculator
- Add Semester: Click the "Add Semester" button to add a new semester to your calculation.
- Enter Course Details: For each course, enter:
- Course Name (optional but helpful for reference)
- Credit Hours (typically between 1-6)
- Grade (select from the dropdown menu)
- Add More Courses: Click "Add Course" within a semester to add more courses to that semester.
- Remove Courses or Semesters: Use the "×" button to remove individual courses or the "Remove Semester" button to remove an entire semester.
- Calculate CGPA: Once you've entered all your courses, click the "Calculate CGPA" button to see your cumulative GPA.
- Reset: To start over, click the "Reset All" button.
What is CGPA?
CGPA stands for Cumulative Grade Point Average. It is a standardized way of measuring academic achievement in educational institutions, particularly in colleges and universities.
How CGPA Works
CGPA is calculated by taking the weighted average of grade points earned in all courses. Each course is weighted according to its credit hours:
- Each letter grade is assigned a numerical value (grade point), typically on a scale of 0 to 4.0 or 0 to 10.0, depending on the institution.
- The grade point for each course is multiplied by the number of credit hours for that course to get the quality points.
- The sum of all quality points is divided by the total number of credit hours to get the GPA for a semester.
- CGPA is the average of all semester GPAs, taking into account all courses taken over multiple semesters.
CGPA Formula
The formula for calculating CGPA is:
CGPA = Total Quality Points / Total Credit Hours
Where:
- Quality Points = Grade Point × Credit Hours for each course
- Total Quality Points = Sum of Quality Points for all courses
- Total Credit Hours = Sum of Credit Hours for all courses
Standard Grade Point Scale (4.0 Scale)
| Letter Grade | Percentage | Grade Point |
|---|---|---|
| A or A+ | 90-100% | 4.0 |
| A- | 85-89% | 3.7 |
| B+ | 80-84% | 3.3 |
| B | 75-79% | 3.0 |
| B- | 70-74% | 2.7 |
| C+ | 65-69% | 2.3 |
| C | 60-64% | 2.0 |
| C- | 55-59% | 1.7 |
| D+ | 50-54% | 1.3 |
| D | 45-49% | 1.0 |
| F | 0-44% | 0.0 |
Importance of CGPA
CGPA is important for several reasons:
- Academic Progress: It helps track a student's academic performance over time.
- Graduation Requirements: Many institutions have minimum CGPA requirements for graduation.
- Scholarships and Honors: Higher CGPAs often qualify students for scholarships, honors, and recognition.
- Graduate School Applications: CGPA is a key factor considered in applications for graduate programs.
- Employment Opportunities: Many employers use CGPA as a screening criterion for job applicants, particularly for recent graduates.
CGPA vs. GPA
While GPA (Grade Point Average) typically refers to the average for a single semester or term, CGPA represents the cumulative average across all semesters. CGPA provides a more comprehensive picture of a student's overall academic performance throughout their educational journey.