SGPA to CGPA Calculator
Calculate your cumulative CGPA across 1 to 8+ semesters with exact credit weighting and official university percentage conversion.
Semester SGPA & Credit Entries
| Semester | SGPA (0.00 – 10.00) | Total Credits | Action |
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Mathematical Formula: SGPA to CGPA
CGPA = Σ(SGPAi × Ci) ÷ Σ(Ci)
Where SGPAi is the SGPA achieved in semester i, and Ci is the total number of credits earned in semester i.
Difference Between SGPA and CGPA
Key distinctions every college student should know
| Feature | SGPA (Semester Grade Point Average) | CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average) |
|---|---|---|
| Scope | Single semester performance | Overall performance across all completed semesters |
| Formula | Σ(Subject Grade Point × Subject Credit) / Total Semester Credits | Σ(Semester SGPA × Semester Credits) / Total Completed Credits |
| Frequency | Calculated at the end of each semester examination | Updated progressively each semester until graduation |
| Degree Impact | Determines semester backlog/promotions | Determines final degree honors, division, and placement eligibility |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you calculate CGPA from SGPA of multiple semesters?
CGPA is calculated by taking the sum of the product of each semester’s SGPA and its total semester credits, divided by the total sum of completed credits across all semesters: CGPA = Σ(SGPA × Semester Credits) / Σ(Total Credits). If all semesters have equal credits, CGPA equals the simple arithmetic average of the SGPAs.
Can I simply add all my SGPAs and divide by the number of semesters?
Only if every semester has the EXACT same number of total credits (e.g. 22 credits every semester). If credit totals differ (e.g. Sem 1 has 20 credits and Sem 4 has 26 credits), you MUST use the credit-weighted formula to avoid an inaccurate CGPA on your degree transcript.
Do empty semesters lower my CGPA?
No. Semesters where SGPA is left blank or set to 0.00 without completed credits are ignored in this calculator and do not dilute your actual cumulative performance.
What is the difference between SGPA and CGPA?
SGPA (Semester Grade Point Average) evaluates your academic performance within a single semester. CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average) measures your overall academic standing across all completed semesters until graduation.