Lucknow
AKTU
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University
AKTU uses a ten point absolute grading scale where each letter grade maps to a grade point. SGPA is the credit weighted average of grade points in a semester and CGPA is the credit weighted average across all semesters completed so far.
Key rules to remember
- SGPA equals the sum of credit multiplied by grade point divided by total credits.
- Grace marks may be awarded within the limits notified by the university for a given session.
- Challenge evaluation allows re-checking of an answer script on payment of the prescribed fee.
AKTU (Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University) Passing Criteria & Marks Rules
AKTU requires passing both external end-semester theory exams and overall subject aggregate. Internal sessional marks are combined with external marks.
| Assessment Component | Max Marks | Pass Marks | Official Guidelines |
|---|---|---|---|
| External End-Sem Theory | 70 Marks | 21 Marks (30%) | Mandatory minimum in end-semester theory exam. |
| Internal Sessional Assessment | 30 Marks | No individual cutoff | Internal marks combine with external to reach 40% aggregate. |
| Overall Theory Aggregate | 100 Marks | 40 Marks (40%) | Combined score of internal + external must be at least 40. |
| Practical / Lab / Viva | 50 / 100 Marks | 50% | Minimum 50% required in practical & viva examinations. |
Grace Marks Policy
AKTU awards up to 7 to 10 grace marks per academic session for borderline failed subjects to help students reach the 40% aggregate threshold (awards Grade E). Grace marks block Honours degree eligibility.
ATKT & Carry-Over Progression Guidelines
- Students can carry forward failed subjects (Carry Over Papers) to subsequent semesters.
- Clearance of carry-over subjects replaces zero grade points with earned points.
- Honours division requires clearing all subjects in the first attempt without carry-over or grace marks.
AKTU (Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University) Key Terms & Grading Definitions
Official explanations for YGPA, DGPA, SPI, CPI, CGPA and Distinction criteria.
First Class with Distinction
Awarded to students securing CGPA >= 8.50 without any grace marks or carry-over papers throughout the 4-year B.Tech program.
CGPA >= 8.50 (No Grace, No Carry-over)First Class
Awarded to students securing CGPA >= 6.50 to 8.49.
SGPA vs CGPA
SGPA is single semester credit-weighted average. CGPA is cumulative credit-weighted average across all completed semesters.
Official Grade Scale
AKTU Letter Grade & Point Breakdown
Official letter grades, grade point values, equivalent mark percentages, and performance descriptions.
| Letter Grade | Grade Point (GP) | Mark Range (%) | Status | Performance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A+ | 10 | 90% - 100% | Pass | Outstanding |
| A | 9 | 80% - 89% | Pass | Excellent |
| B+ | 8 | 70% - 79% | Pass | Very Good |
| B | 7 | 65% - 69% | Pass | Good |
| C+ | 6 | 60% - 64% | Pass | Above Average |
| C | 5 | 50% - 59% | Pass | Average |
| D | 4 | 40% - 49% | Pass | Pass |
| E | 3 | Grace Pass | Pass (Grace) | Pass with Grace Marks |
| F | 0 | < 40% | Fail | Carry Over / Backlog |
Downloading AKTU CGPA to Percentage Conversion Certificate
Official instructions for downloading and verifying your university percentage conversion certificate.
AKTU B.Tech Academic Regulations Ordinance Section 14
Issuing Authority: Controller of Examinations, AKTU LucknowStep-by-Step Download Instructions
- 1Log in to the AKTU ERP Student Portal (aktu.ac.in).
- 2Navigate to 'Student Dashboard' -> 'Documents & Circulars'.
- 3Download the official 'CGPA to Percentage Conversion Formula Circular'.
- 4The circular explicitly states: Percentage = (CGPA x 10) - 7.5.
- 5Attach a copy of this official circular with your provisional degree / transcript for job & higher education applications.
Quick Conversion Lookup Table (AKTU Official Formula)
AKTU B.Tech Ordinance Section 14 pre-computed CGPA to percentage lookup table.
Formula: Percentage = (CGPA x 10) - 7.5| SGPA / CGPA | Equivalent Percentage | Academic Division / Class |
|---|---|---|
| 6.00 | 52.50% | Second Division |
| 6.25 | 55.00% | Second Division |
| 6.50 | 57.50% | First Division |
| 6.75 | 60.00% | First Division |
| 7.00 | 62.50% | First Division |
| 7.25 | 65.00% | First Division |
| 7.50 | 67.50% | First Division |
| 7.75 | 70.00% | First Division |
| 8.00 | 72.50% | First Division |
| 8.25 | 75.00% | First Division |
| 8.50 | 77.50% | First Division with Honours |
| 8.75 | 80.00% | First Division with Honours |
| 9.00 | 82.50% | First Division with Honours |
| 9.25 | 85.00% | First Division with Honours |
| 9.50 | 87.50% | First Division with Honours |
| 9.75 | 90.00% | First Division with Honours |
| 10.00 | 92.50% | First Division with Honours |
AKTU tools
11 utilities available for AKTU students.
AKTU SGPA Calculator
Calculate semester SGPA on the AKTU ten point grading scale from subject credits and grades.
Open toolAKTU CGPA Calculator
Calculate cumulative CGPA across all semesters on the AKTU ten point grading scale.
Open toolGrace Marks Simulator
Check whether grace marks can convert a near miss into a pass under the AKTU limits.
Open toolChallenge Evaluation Predictor
Estimate whether applying for a challenge evaluation is worth the fee and the wait.
Open toolAKTU SGPA to Percentage Calculator
Convert your AKTU semester SGPA into percentage with the official 7.5 deduction formula.
Open toolAKTU CGPA to Percentage Calculator
Convert your AKTU cumulative CGPA into percentage with the official 7.5 deduction.
Open toolInternal Sessional & External Pass Estimator
Check the 21 out of 70 external minimum and the 40 out of 100 aggregate minimum for any subject.
Open toolDivision & Honours Evaluator
Find the division awarded on your final CGPA and whether you qualify for Honours.
Open toolYearly CGPA Calculator
Combine the odd and even semester SGPA into a credit weighted CGPA for the academic year.
Open toolPercentage to CGPA Converter
Reverse an AKTU percentage into the CGPA using the official 7.5 point rule.
Open toolCarry Over CGPA Recalculator
See what your AKTU CGPA becomes once carry over papers are cleared at an expected grade point.
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