How is GPA calculated in Nepal?

In Nepal, semester GPA is calculated as the sum of (grade points × credit hours) for each subject, divided by the total credit hours. The grade point for each subject depends on the grading system used — NEB uses a 4.0 scale with A+ = 4.0, A = 3.6 and so on, while Tribhuvan University and Kathmandu University use slightly different cut-offs.

What is the GPA scale for NEB?

The National Examinations Board (NEB) uses a 4.0 scale. A+ (90-100%) = 4.0 Outstanding, A (80-89%) = 3.6 Excellent, B+ (70-79%) = 3.2 Very Good, B (60-69%) = 2.8 Good, C+ (50-59%) = 2.4 Satisfactory, C (40-49%) = 2.0 Acceptable, D (30-39%) = 1.6, E (below 30%) = Not Graded.

How do I convert percentage to GPA in Nepal?

Enter your percentage in the converter above and select your grading system. As a rule of thumb for NEB: divide the percentage by 25 to get an approximate GPA, but always use the official grade band — a 72% gives B+ (GPA 3.2), not 2.88. Our tool applies the exact NEB / TU / KU / CTEVT band to return the correct letter grade and GPA.

Is 3.5 GPA good in Nepal?

Yes. A GPA of 3.5 on the 4.0 scale equals roughly 76-79% in NEB grading — that's A grade (Very Good / Excellent band). Most competitive Bachelor's programmes in Nepal (engineering, MBBS, BIT) require minimum 2.4 GPA in Grade 12 (+2), and top universities abroad typically ask for 3.0+ GPA equivalent.

What is the difference between NEB and TU grading?

NEB (SEE & Grade 11/12) uses A+, A, B+, B, C+, C, D, E with GPA 4.0–0 in 0.4-point steps. TU semester grading uses A, A-, B+, B, B-, C+, C with GPA 4.0 → 2.0 and F below 40%. KU uses a similar TU-style scale with slightly stricter F cut-offs. Always check your transcript for the exact scheme your university applies.

Nepal GPA Calculator 2026 — NEB, TU, KU, CTEVT Grading

Nepal GPA Calculator

Convert percentage ↔ GPA ↔ letter grade for NEB, TU, KU, CTEVT. Build semester GPA with credit hours.

NEB (SEE / +2) Tribhuvan University Kathmandu University CTEVT

Your percentage

Enter your overall or subject percentage (0–100).

Your GPA

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Grading Scales Used in Nepal

Nepal uses different grading systems across education levels and institutions. This calculator covers the four most widely applied:

1. NEB (National Examinations Board) — SEE & Grade 11/12

Grade	Marks (%)	Grade Point	Description
A+	90–100	4.0	Outstanding
A	80–89	3.6	Excellent
B+	70–79	3.2	Very Good
B	60–69	2.8	Good
C+	50–59	2.4	Satisfactory
C	40–49	2.0	Acceptable
D	30–39	1.6	Partially Acceptable
E / NG	Below 30	—	Not Graded

2. Tribhuvan University (Semester System)

Grade	Marks (%)	Grade Point	Description
A	90–100	4.0	Distinction
A−	80–89	3.7	Very Good
B+	70–79	3.3	First Division
B	60–69	3.0	Second Division
B−	50–59	2.7	Pass in Individual Paper
C+	45–49	2.3	Lower Second Division
C	40–44	2.0	Third Division
F	Below 40	0.0	Fail

3. Kathmandu University

Grade	Marks (%)	Grade Point	Description
A	90–100	4.0	Excellent
A−	80–89	3.7	Very Good
B+	75–79	3.3	First Division
B	70–74	3.0	Good
B−	65–69	2.7	Above Average
C+	60–64	2.3	Average
C	55–59	2.0	Satisfactory
F	Below 55	0.0	Fail (Graduate programmes)

4. CTEVT (Technical / Vocational)

CTEVT largely mirrors NEB grading for secondary technical courses and applies TU-style semester grading for diploma/Pre-Diploma programmes. This tool uses NEB-equivalent bands when "CTEVT" is selected — always verify with your institute's mark sheet legend.

How Semester GPA (SGPA) is Calculated

Semester GPA uses credit-weighted grade points:

SGPA = Σ (Grade Point × Credit Hours) ÷ Σ Credit Hours

For example, a student with three subjects — one 3-credit A (4.0), one 2-credit B+ (3.3), one 3-credit B (3.0) — has SGPA = (4.0×3 + 3.3×2 + 3.0×3) ÷ 8 = 27.6 ÷ 8 = 3.45.

GPA Targets for Nepali Students Applying Abroad

US universities (undergraduate): 3.0+ GPA equivalent usually competitive
Australian / UK Master's: 2.8+ GPA (B grade) for standard entry, 3.3+ for top-ranked
Canadian study permit: institutional offer usually requires 2.4+ GPA plus English test
Nepal MBBS / BE scholarship slots: 3.0+ GPA in Grade 12 PCB/PCM

Built by Kokil Thapa · Last reviewed: April 2026 · Verified against NEB, TU, KU official grading notices

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