How to use the Marks Percentage Calculator
- Enter each subject with the marks you got and the maximum marks.
- Add more subjects with "Add subject".
- Tick "Best of five" to use only your top five subjects, as many colleges do.
- Read your percentage and grade.
Formula used
Percentage = Ξ£ Obtained Γ· Ξ£ Total Γ 100
| Marks | CBSE grade | Grade point |
|---|---|---|
| 91β100 | A1 | 10 |
| 81β90 | A2 | 9 |
| 71β80 | B1 | 8 |
| 61β70 | B2 | 7 |
| 51β60 | C1 | 6 |
| 41β50 | C2 | 5 |
| 33β40 | D | 4 |
| Below 33 | E | Fail |
Worked examples
| Obtained | Total | Percentage | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 425 | 500 | 85% | A2 |
| 462 | 500 | 92.4% | A1 |
| 351 | 600 | 58.5% | C1 |
| 45 | 60 | 75% | B1 |
Frequently asked questions
How do I calculate my marks percentage?
Divide the marks you got by the maximum marks and multiply by 100. 390 out of 500 is 78%.
How is best of five calculated?
Pick the five subjects with the highest marks (many colleges require English to be one), add them and divide by 5 if each is out of 100.
What is the pass mark in CBSE?
33% in each subject, including theory and practical combined.
How do I convert percentage to CGPA?
Divide by 9.5 under CBSE rules. Use the Percentage to CGPA Converter tool.
Can I use this for university marks?
Yes. Add each paper with its maximum marks.
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