India to USA
CGPA to GPA Calculator
Convert your Indian CGPA (10-point scale) to US GPA (4-point scale). Perfect for MS/PhD applications to US universities.
CGPA to GPA Calculator
Formula: GPA = CGPA × 0.4
Enter your Indian CGPA to convert to US 4-point GPA
CGPA to GPA Conversion Methods
Standard Method
GPA = CGPA × 0.4
Most commonly accepted by US universities
Example: 8.5 CGPA = 3.4 GPA
WES Method
GPA = CGPA × 0.38
Used by World Education Services
Example: 8.5 CGPA = 3.23 GPA
Direct Percentage
GPA = (CGPA/10) × 4
Direct scale proportion method
Example: 8.5 CGPA = 3.4 GPA
CGPA to GPA Conversion Chart
| Indian CGPA | US GPA (×0.4) | WES GPA (×0.38) | Grade Equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10.0 | 4.00 | 3.80 | A+ |
| 9.5 | 3.80 | 3.61 | A |
| 9.0 | 3.60 | 3.42 | A |
| 8.5 | 3.40 | 3.23 | A-/B+ |
| 8.0 | 3.20 | 3.04 | B+ |
| 7.5 | 3.00 | 2.85 | B |
| 7.0 | 2.80 | 2.66 | B- |
| 6.5 | 2.60 | 2.47 | C+ |
| 6.0 | 2.40 | 2.28 | C |
* Most US universities require minimum 3.0 GPA (7.5 CGPA) for graduate programs
GPA Requirements for Top US Universities
Top-Tier Universities
- MIT, Stanford, CMU3.7+ GPA (9.25+ CGPA)
- UC Berkeley, Georgia Tech3.5+ GPA (8.75+ CGPA)
- Ivy League Schools3.6+ GPA (9.0+ CGPA)
Good Universities
- Arizona State, SUNY3.0+ GPA (7.5+ CGPA)
- University of Texas3.2+ GPA (8.0+ CGPA)
- Most State Universities2.75+ GPA (6.9+ CGPA)
Pro Tip: Many US universities also consider GRE scores, research experience, and LORs along with GPA. A lower GPA can sometimes be compensated with strong GRE scores and research publications.