Getting the right grades at VIT shapes your future. This guide clearly shows you how to work out your GPA and CGPA step by step. Follow these simple tips to stay on top of your scores and reach your goals.
Understanding VIT’s GPA System
VIT measures your term performance with grade point average and tracks your overall progress with cumulative grade point average. Each course carries credits. Your grades convert into points on a 10-point scale. Then you average those points based on credits.
VIT Grading Scale and Points
At VIT, letter grades match these points:
S = 10 (90%+)
A = 9 (80–89%)
B = 8 (70–79%)
C = 7 (60–69%)
D = 6 (55–59%)
E = 5 (50–54%)
F = 0 (below 50%)
Failing means you must retake that course. You need at least 40% in theory and 50% in labs.
How to Calculate Semester GPA at VIT
- List each course’s credits and the letter grade you earned.
- Turn the letter grade into its point value.
- Multiply course credits by the grade point.
- Add all those products for total grade points.
- Add all your credits.
- Divide total grade points by total credits.
Example of Semester GPA
Say you took four courses:
- Engineering Maths, 4 credits, A → 4×9 = 36
- Physics, 3 credits, B → 3×8 = 24
- Programming Lab, 2 credits, S → 2×10 = 20
- Environmental Science, 2 credits, C → 2×7 = 14
Total points = 94; total credits = 11; GPA = 94 ÷ 11 = 8.55.
Calculating CGPA at VIT University
Your CGPA covers every semester you’ve finished:
- Multiply each semester’s GPA by its credits.
- Add those semester points.
- Add all program credits.
- Divide total semester points by total program credits.
Include every course, even ones you failed.
Converting CGPA to Percentage
VIT makes it easy—just multiply CGPA by 10.
A 8.95 CGPA converts to 89.5%.
Absolute vs Relative Grading
When a class has 10 students or fewer, VIT uses fixed mark ranges. Labs and projects always use this method.
If more than 10 students register for a theory course, VIT switches to relative grading. Your score compares to the class mean and spread. That way grades reflect overall performance.
Typical CGPA Benchmarks
Rough ranges by program:
- Computer Science: 7.0–8.5
- Electronics & Comm.: 7.0–9.0
- IT: 7.5–8.5
- Mechanical: 7.5–8.0
- Civil: 6.0–8.5
These help you set realistic targets.
Tips to Improve Your GPA
Plan Your Studies
Make a weekly schedule. Tackle hard subjects early. Study in small daily sessions. You’ll remember more this way than cramming.
Know Assessment Weightings
Quizzes, assignments, and tests all count. Spend extra time on items with bigger weight. Check your syllabus for each course’s breakdown.
Use Campus Resources
Join study groups. Ask professors during office hours when you get stuck. Libraries and online journals add depth to your notes.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Mixing up course credits
- Using another school’s grade scale
- Leaving out failed or withdrawn courses
- Misreading lab vs lecture credit splits
Double-check your data before you calculate.
Handy Tech Tools
Several GPA calculators cater to VIT’s system. They let you enter your grades and credits, then handle the math. Some even let you try out “what-if” scenarios for future terms.
Why GPA Matters
Your GPA influences internship and placement offers. Companies often set a 7.0–8.0 CGPA cut-off. Higher GPAs open doors to top recruiters and grad school seats. For abroad applications, VIT’s CGPA→percentage conversion is widely accepted.
Special Cases in Grading
- N grades mean incomplete. You’ll get a supplementary exam.
- F grades score zero points but still count credits.
- Withdrawals early on may not affect CGPA.
- Transfer or exempted courses follow advisor rules.
Staying aware of these rules helps you plan smarter.