CGPA to GPA Converter
Convert between different grading scales instantly. Transform 10-point CGPA to 4-point GPA, 5-point to 4-point, and any custom scale combination.
Use the converter below — no redirect. For more options (custom scales, formula breakdown), visit our full GPA Scale Converter.
Best for
- International applications that ask for a 4.0 GPA
- Students comparing results across universities
- Scholarship or internship forms that require a specific scale
When to use
- After your term grades are finalized
- Before uploading transcripts or CVs
- When evaluating eligibility cutoffs
- Find your CGPA and the maximum for your scale (5 or 10).
- Apply the linear formula shown below or use the converter.
- Record both the converted GPA and the original CGPA for clarity.
If a university provides its own conversion table, that official table should take priority over any proportional conversion.
10 to 4 Point
GPA = (CGPA / 10) × 4
5 to 4 Point
GPA = (CGPA / 5) × 4
Worked conversion example
Priya completed her bachelor's in India with a CGPA of 8.5 out of 10. The US university asks for a GPA on a 4.0 scale. Using the proportional formula:
So she reports 3.4 / 4.0 (or 3.40) on her application. She keeps a note that this is a proportional conversion from 8.5/10 CGPA and can provide her original transcript if asked. Many schools accept this; some may recalculate using their own table—so having both the converted value and the original scale is important.
Which countries use CGPA vs GPA
| Region | Term used | Typical scale | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States, Canada | GPA | 4.0 (often 4.3 with +/-) | Semester and cumulative GPA |
| India, Pakistan, Bangladesh | CGPA | 10.0 | Cumulative grade point average |
| Nigeria, Ghana, many African universities | CGPA | 5.0 | Same formula, different max |
| UK, Australia, Ireland | Degree classification | Honours classes (1st, 2:1, etc.) | Often derived from % or weighted average |
| Europe (e.g. Germany, France) | Varies | Local (e.g. 1–5, 0–20) | ECTS grades used for mobility |
Use "GPA" when applying to US or Canadian schools, filling out Common App or similar forms, or talking to employers or evaluators in North America. They expect a number on a 4.0 scale (or 4.3 with plus/minus). If your transcript says "CGPA" on a 5.0 or 10.0 scale, convert the number and you can still say "GPA equivalent: 3.4 on a 4.0 scale" in your application.
Use "CGPA" when applying to institutions in India, Pakistan, Nigeria, or other countries that use the term and 5.0/10.0 scales. Your transcript already says CGPA; keep that term and the original scale when the form or instructions ask for it.
When in doubt: Provide both—e.g. "CGPA 8.5/10 (GPA equivalent 3.4/4.0)"—so reviewers can see the original and the conversion. For WES or other credential evaluation, follow their instructions; they often output a 4.0-scale GPA for US use.
Quick Conversion Reference
A 10-point scale often uses broader grade bands than a 4-point scale. Linear conversion is fair for quick comparisons, but some institutions use equivalency tables based on grade distributions.
- Some systems use plus/minus grades, others do not
- Rounding rules can change results by 0.01-0.05
- Evaluation services may apply their own rules
- Official transcripts often list both scales
Frequently Asked Questions
Tip:
When you report a converted GPA, keep a screenshot or note of the formula used so you can explain it later if asked.