Percentage to CGPA Calculator
Convert your percentage into CGPA for any grading system: divide by 9.5 for CBSE, by 10 for simple 10-point scales, by 25 for Pakistan's 4.0 scale, or by 20 for Bangladesh's 5-point scale. Enter your percentage, pick the scale, done.
Last updated: July 2026
How do you convert percentage to CGPA?
Reverse the standard conversion formula of your grading system:
- CBSE: CGPA = Percentage ÷ 9.5 → 78.5% = 8.26 CGPA
- Simple 10-point: CGPA = Percentage ÷ 10 → 78.5% = 7.85 CGPA
- Pakistan 4.0 scale: CGPA = Percentage ÷ 25 → 78.5% = 3.14 CGPA
- Bangladesh 5-point: GPA = Percentage ÷ 20 → 78.5% = 3.93 GPA
Quick chart (CBSE ÷ 9.5)
| Percentage | CGPA | Percentage | CGPA |
|---|---|---|---|
| 95% | 10.0 | 70% | 7.37 |
| 90% | 9.47 | 65% | 6.84 |
| 85% | 8.95 | 60% | 6.32 |
| 80% | 8.42 | 55% | 5.79 |
| 75% | 7.89 | 50% | 5.26 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 85% in CGPA?
On the CBSE formula: 85 ÷ 9.5 = 8.95 CGPA. On a simple 10-point scale it is 8.5, and on Pakistan's 4.0 scale it is 3.40.
Why do admission forms ask for CGPA instead of percentage?
Universities using semester systems compare applicants on the same grading scale, so they ask you to convert your percentage using their published formula.
Is percentage-to-CGPA conversion official?
The formulas here are the standard published ones, but for admissions or jobs abroad you may need an official equivalence certificate from your board, HEC or IBCC.
What CGPA equals first division?
First division is 60%+, which is about 6.32 CGPA on the CBSE formula or 2.40 on a 4.0 scale.