Wondering how your semester scores turn into a final CGPA at SRM? Mastering this calculation is vital for your 2026 placements, internships, and future studies. It's the key to accurately showcasing your academic journey and hard work.
SGPA vs. CGPA
What's the real difference? Your SGPA (Semester Grade Point Average) measures your performance in a single semester. Your CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average) is the bigger picture, representing your overall score across all semesters you've completed so far.
The 10-Point Scale
SRM IST uses a 10-point grading system to evaluate your performance. Each letter grade you receive, from 'O' for Outstanding down to 'P' for Pass, corresponds to a specific number. This system is the foundation for all your grade calculations.
Know Your Grade Points
Your letter grades directly translate to Grade Points (GP). An 'O' (Outstanding) is 10 points, 'A+' (Excellent) is 9, 'A' (Very Good) is 8, and 'B+' (Good) is 7. A 'P' (Pass) grade gets you 4 points, while an 'F' (Fail) is 0.
What Are 'Credits'?
Every course has a 'Credit' (C) value, which is its academic weight. Theory courses are typically 3 or 4 credits, while labs are often 1 or 2. This weight is a critical factor for calculating your weighted averages like SGPA and CGPA.
Calculating Your SGPA
For each semester, multiply the Grade Point (GP) of each course by its Credit (C). Sum these results to get your total credit points for the semester. Finally, divide this sum by the total credits you took in that semester to get your SGPA.
The Big One: CGPA
Your CGPA is the ultimate average. It's calculated by summing the credit points from every single course you've ever taken at SRM. This grand total is then divided by the sum of all credits you've registered for since your first semester.
From SGPA to CGPA
Here's the method: for each semester, multiply the SGPA by the total credits of that semester. Add these values for all semesters, then divide by the total cumulative credits. The formula is Σ(SGPAᵢ * Creditsᵢ) / Σ(Creditsᵢ).
Master Your Score in 2026
You're now ready to calculate and track your CGPA with confidence! Use this knowledge for your academic planning, placement preparations, and applications for higher studies in 2026. Your hard work deserves to be accurately represented.