CGPA Calculator: Calculate Your Cumulative Grade Point Average
CGPA stands for Cumulative Grade Point Average, your overall GPA across all terms or semesters. This calculator helps you track your CGPA by organizing courses by term (Term 1, Term 2, etc.).
Enter your courses for each term, and the calculator shows your term GPA for each term plus your cumulative CGPA. “CGPA” is a common term in many countries (India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and others) for what US students call “cumulative GPA.”
Track your academic progress term by term and see how your CGPA changes over time.
CGPA = Cumulative Grade Point Average
It is your overall GPA across all completed terms. If you have finished 4 terms with term GPAs of 3.2, 3.5, 3.4, and 3.6, your CGPA is the weighted average of all four weighted by credit hours.
Where CGPA is used:
- India (CBSE, ICSE, state boards, universities)
- Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka
- Many Asian universities
- Some Middle Eastern institutions
- International schools worldwide
In the United States, students typically say “cumulative GPA” instead of “CGPA,” but it is the same concept: your overall average across all academic terms.
This calculator uses standard GPA calculation quality points ÷ credits regardless of which country or grading system you are in.
How CGPA is Calculated
CGPA uses the same formula as GPA, quality points:
Formula: CGPA = Total Quality Points ÷ Total Credits
Example:
- Term 1: 3.2 GPA × 15 credits = 48 quality points
- Term 2: 3.5 GPA × 15 credits = 52.5 quality points
- Term 3: 3.4 GPA × 15 credits = 51 quality points
Total quality points: 48 + 52.5 + 51 = 151.5 Total credits: 15 + 15 + 15 = 45 CGPA: 151.5 ÷ 45 = 3.37
Each course contributes quality points (grade × credits). The CGPA is the average of all course grades across all terms.
The calculator handles this automatically. You just enter your courses term by term, and it shows your cumulative CGPA.
Organizing Courses by Term
The calculator lets you organize courses by term:
- Term 1 (Semester 1, Fall 2023, etc.)
- Term 2 (Semester 2, Spring 2024, etc.)
- Term 3 and so on
You can name terms however your school does: “Semester 1/2,” “Fall/Spring,” “Term 1/2/3,” or just leave them numbered.
For each term, the calculator shows:
- Term GPA: Your average for that specific term
- Cumulative CGPA: Your overall CGPA, including all terms up to that point
This helps you see how your CGPA changes over time. Maybe Term 1 was rough (3.0), but Term 2 improved (3.6), raising your cumulative CGPA to 3.3.
CGPA vs. Semester GPA vs. Term GPA
Term GPA (Semester GPA): Your average for just one term. If you took 5 courses in Term 1, your term GPA is the average of those 5 courses only.
Cumulative GPA (CGPA): Your overall average across ALL terms. After completing 3 terms, your CGPA is the average of all courses from all 3 terms combined.
The difference:
- Term GPA shows how you did in one term
- CGPA shows your overall performance
Your CGPA updates each term as you complete more courses. A strong term raises your CGPA; a weak term lowers it.
International Grading Systems
The calculator supports four grading systems:
US (A–F) Standard American system. A = 4.0, B = 3.0, C = 2.0, D = 1.0, F = 0.0.
UK (First/2:1/2:2/Third) British honours classifications are used in the UK, Australia, and some Commonwealth countries.
ECTS (A–F) European Credit Transfer System used across Europe.
AUS (HD/D/CR/P) Australian grading (High Distinction, Distinction, Credit, Pass).
Select the system that matches your university. The calculator converts letter grades to GPA points automatically based on your selected system.
If you are an international student in the US (or a US student abroad), you can switch between systems to see equivalent grades.
FAQ: CGPA Calculator
Is CGPA the same as cumulative GPA?
Yes. CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average) is just an abbreviation. In the US, people usually say “cumulative GPA.” In India and many other countries, people say “CGPA.” They mean the same thing.
How is this different from the regular GPA calculator?
The regular GPA calculator does not organize courses by term. This CGPA calculator lets you enter courses term by term and shows you how your cumulative CGPA changes over time. Use this if you want to track your progress across multiple terms.
Can I use this for just one semester?
Yes, but if you only have one term, you might be better off using the regular GPA calculator. This tool is designed to track multiple terms and show their cumulative progress.
Do I need to enter all my past terms?
Only if you want to calculate your CGPA from scratch. If you already know your current cumulative GPA and just want to update it with a new term, use the cumulative GPA calculator instead; it is faster.
What is the difference between this and the college GPA calculator?
The college GPA calculator has features for tracking major vs. non-major courses and calculating your major GPA separately. This CGPA calculator is simpler. It just tracks term GPA and cumulative CGPA without separating major courses. Use this if you do not need major GPA tracking.
Can I use this if my school uses a different GPA scale (like 5.0 or 10.0)?
Yes. Change the “GPA scale” setting to match your school. The calculator works with any scale.
When Your CGPA Matters
Your CGPA is important for:
Academic standing: Many universities require a minimum CGPA (like 2.0 or 2.5) to stay enrolled.
Graduation requirements: Some programs require a CGPA of 3.0 or higher to graduate.
Honors and awards: Latin honors (cum laude, magna cum laude) often require a 3.5+ CGPA.
Graduate school applications: Most master’s and PhD programs require a CGPA of 3.0+, and competitive programs want 3.5+.
Scholarships: Many require maintaining a minimum CGPA (3.0, 3.25, 3.5).
Job applications: Some employers ask for your CGPA, especially for entry-level positions.
Your CGPA is your overall academic record. Track it every term to make sure you’re on track for your goals.
When to Use This vs. Other GPA Calculators
Use this (CGPA calculator) when:
- You want to organize courses by term and see term-by-term progression
- You are familiar with the term “CGPA” (international students)
- You want to calculate your cumulative GPA from scratch across multiple terms
- You do not need to track major vs. non-major courses
Use the cumulative GPA calculator when:
- You already know your current cumulative GPA and just want a quick update with one new term
Use the college GPA calculator when:
- You need to track your major GPA separately from your overall GPA
The line: this is for FULL calculation with term organization. Other tools are for specific use cases.
CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average) is your overall GPA across all terms. Enter your courses term by term, and the calculator shows your term GPA and cumulative CGPA.
Track your academic progress over time and see how each term affects your overall CGPA.