GPA Calculator VIT

What are GPA and CGPA?

Before diving into details, we have to know some basics. We wanted to provide brief definitions of GPA and CGPA in case you are unfamiliar with these terms and their differences:

GPA (Grade Point Average) is a numerical representation of a student’s academic performance in a single semester, calculated based on the grades obtained in each course and the corresponding credit values.

CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average) is the overall measure of a student’s academic performance across multiple semesters, reflecting the weighted average of GPA scores throughout their entire academic program.

Both GPA and CGPA provide a standardized way to evaluate and compare academic achievement.

Using the GPA Calculator VIT

We designed the GPA Calculator VIT as a very handy tool that you can use to calculate your GPA or CGPA. You do not need to get lost in complex calculations. Instead, simply navigate to the top of this page to use our calculator. However, we still prepared a good article for those who want to deeply know how GPA and CGPA calculations are made in India and in VIT. Yet first, let’s talk about the usage of the GPA Calculator VIT.

1- At the top of the page, you will find our VIT CGPA Calculator tool. We designed the calculator to be user-friendly so that people can understand it at first glance. In case you did not understand, let’s review it quickly. On the top of the calculator section, we have an ‘Overall GPA,’ also known as a CGPA bar, which shows the cumulative GPA including courses from every semester. This bar always gets updated as you add new courses and type their grades. Below this section, we have the semester section. The first semester always comes automatically; you can add as many semesters as you want. In each semester, you can also add as many courses as you want. You can also type a name for each course, though it is not necessary.

2- For each course, after entering its name, you should select the letter grade and its credits. If you do not know which letter represents which numerical grade in VIT, you can check the Grade Conversion Table below this section. Credits represent the weight of a course in the academic workload. The more credits a course has, the greater its effect on your GPA, so make sure to enter them correctly. As you type information about courses, the semester GPA bar will be updated and will show what your semester GPA is. In our GPA Calculator VIT, every calculation takes place automatically, so you do not need to click on any button.

How to Calculate GPA and CGPA (10-Point System, India)

Before moving to more information on VIT and the grading system of the institute, let’s first look at how GPA and CGPA are calculated in India.

GPA (Grade Point Average) and CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average) are commonly used in Indian universities to measure academic performance. Both are calculated using the credits of each course and the grade points corresponding to the grades obtained, typically on a 10-point scale.

1- GPA (Grade Point Average) Calculation:

The GPA for a single semester is calculated using the formula: GPA = (Σ (Credit × Grade Point)) / Total Credits
To calculate GPA:

1. Multiply the grade point of each course by its credit value.
2. Add these values for all courses in the semester.
3. Divide the sum by the total number of credits taken that semester.

Example: Suppose a student has three courses with credits 3, 4, and 3, and the corresponding grade points on a 10-point scale are 10, 9, and 8. The GPA would be: GPA = ((3×10) + (4×9) + (3×8)) / (3 + 4 + 3) = (30 + 36 + 24) / 10 = 9.0

2- CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average) Calculation:

CGPA represents the overall academic performance across multiple semesters and is calculated as: CGPA = (Σ (GPA × Semester Credits)) / Total Credits Across Semesters
To calculate CGPA:

1. Multiply the GPA of each semester by the total credits of that semester.
2. Add these values for all semesters completed.
3. Divide the sum by the total number of credits across all semesters.

Example: If a student has completed two semesters with GPAs of 8.5 and 9.0, and semester credits are 20 and 22, respectively, the CGPA would be: CGPA = ((8.5×20) + (9.0×22)) / (20 + 22) = 8.77

How to Calculate GPA and CGPA in VIT

Unlike many other universities in India, VIT follows a unique grading system. The Institute still utilizes the 10-point system for grading. However, the grading letter representing these points differs from other universities.

Below we provide you the Grade Conversion Table of VIT:

1- Grade Conversion Table in VIT

2- Steps to Calculate GPA and CGPA in VIT

After understanding the VIT grading system, you can calculate your GPA and CGPA using the following steps:

Step 1: Determine the Credit and Grade Point for Each Course

For each course in the semester, note the credit hours assigned and the grade point corresponding to your grade from the VIT grade conversion table.

Step 2: Calculate Semester GPA

Multiply the credit hours of each course by its grade point. Then, sum these values for all courses in the semester. Divide the total by the sum of credits for that semester.
Formula: GPA = (Σ (Credit × Grade Point)) / Total Credits

Step 3: Calculate CGPA Across Semesters

Multiply the GPA of each semester by the total credits of that semester. Then, sum these values for all completed semesters. Divide the total by the sum of credits across all semesters.
Formula: CGPA = (Σ (GPA × Semester Credits)) / Total Credits Across Semesters

Tips to improve your overall GPA

If you struggle with a low GPA in your studies, we have some key recommendations you would like to read about. Here's how you can improve your overall GPA:

1- Focus on High-Credit Courses

The higher a course’s credits are, the more they affect your GPA. This can be an advantage but also a disadvantage. When you take a high-credit course, you have to study harder to be successful. Once you receive high grades from that course, then your GPA will increase magically.

2- Retake or Improve Low Grades

Retaking courses is a very popular way to increase your overall GPA. If you failed a course already, you may consider retaking it. This is helpful because you are already familiar with the course content and instructor. You know how exams are being formatted in that particular course. You probably also remember some of the content, so you will not have to study it from scratch. However, this may delay your graduation time. You should be studying harder when you retake a course so as not to delay your graduation.

3- Seek Help Early and Stay Consistent

Being disciplined is vital in times of low grades. If you set up some organization of study, you are likely to be more efficient. In times of outside help, you can ask questions of your friends who are successful on that course or of the instructor. Some former successful students also give private courses, though it can be a bit costly depending on your economic situation. Do not forget that you can always get help from the internet too.

4- Use the GPA Calculator VIT often.

Using the GPA Calculator VIT regularly helps you track your grades at any time. Some students avoid facing reality and do not check their overall GPA or semester GPA. However, facing reality earlier will prepare your mind for better grades in the upcoming study years. We recommend you keep using our GPA Calculator VIT tool often.