Percentage to GPA Converter (4.0, 5.0 & 10.0 Scales)
Are you planning to apply to universities abroad? Most institutions in the United States, Canada, and other countries use GPA (Grade Point Average) systems, not percentages. This can be confusing if you're coming from a country like India where percentages are the normal. Our Percentage to GPA Converter helps you bridge this gap by converting your percentage scores into GPA values across 4.0, 5.0, and 10.0 scales.
Common Scales Explained:
- 4.0 Scale - Used in most US & Canadian universities
- 5.0 Scale - Common in Nigeria, some AP/Honors systems
- 10.0 Scale - Indian standard grading system for most colleges
Why Convert Percentage to GPA?
- To apply to universities with different grading systems.
- To understand where your academic performance stands globally.
- To fill GPA-based application forms correctly.
- Saves time and confusion while applying abroad
How Percentage to GPA Conversion Works
Each scale uses a proportional formula to calculate the GPA:
| Scale | Formula | Examples |
|---|
| 4.0 | (P / 100) × 4 | 75% → 3 |
| 5.0 | (P / 100) × 5 | 80% → 4 |
| 10.0 | P ÷ 10 | 75% → 7.5 |
Example Use Cases
You scored 85% in your engineering undergrad in India, What is your GPA on 4 Scale?
- (Percentage / 100) × 4
- (85 / 100) × 4
- GPA = 3.40
You scored 90% in Class 12. What is your GPA on 4 Scale?
- (Percentage / 100) × 4
- (90 / 100) × 4
- GPA = 3.60