CGPA to GPA Calculator
Convert your 10-point Indian CGPA to the US 4.0 GPA scale — for study-abroad applications, scholarships, and international job applications.
This uses linear scaling (value ÷ max scale × 4), the same method WES and most US admissions offices use as a starting reference. It is an approximation, not an official credential evaluation — universities and WES-style services may apply their own institution-specific conversion.
For Study-Abroad and International Applications
Most Indian universities grade on a 10-point CGPA scale; most US institutions expect a 4.0-scale GPA. The standard reference conversion is linear: divide your CGPA by its maximum, then multiply by 4.
Quick Reference (10-Point Scale)
CGPA → US GPA
| CGPA (out of 10) | Equivalent GPA (out of 4.0) |
|---|---|
| 10.0 | 4.00 |
| 9.5 | 3.80 |
| 9.0 | 3.60 |
| 8.5 | 3.40 |
| 8.0 | 3.20 |
| 7.5 | 3.00 |
| 7.0 | 2.80 |
| 6.5 | 2.60 |
Who Needs This
- Students applying to US graduate schools (MS, PhD, MBA)
- Applicants using WES or similar credential evaluation as a first estimate
- Job applicants at multinational companies asking for a GPA on their resume
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert 10-point CGPA to 4.0 GPA?
Divide your CGPA by the maximum of your scale (usually 10), then multiply by 4. Example: 8.2 CGPA → (8.2 ÷ 10) × 4 = 3.28 GPA.
Is this the same method universities and WES use?
It's the same linear-scaling method used as a starting reference by WES (World Education Services) and most US admissions offices — but it's a reference point, not a substitute for an official credential evaluation when one is formally required (e.g. for some visa or licensing processes).
What GPA is a 9.0 CGPA?
(9.0 ÷ 10) × 4 = 3.6 GPA — generally a strong, competitive range for US graduate school applications.
What GPA is an 8.5 CGPA?
(8.5 ÷ 10) × 4 = 3.4 GPA.
My CGPA is on a scale other than 10 — does this still work?
Yes — select your actual scale (4 or 5-point systems exist at some institutions) and the same formula (value ÷ max scale × 4) applies correctly.
Do Canadian and Australian universities use the same conversion?
Not exactly. Canada commonly uses (GPA × 20) + 20 to estimate a percentage-equivalent, and Australia's GPA scale often runs to 7.0 rather than 4.0 — this tool focuses on the US 4.0 scale specifically, the most commonly required conversion for study-abroad applications.