CBSE Class 12 results out: How to calculate your percentage from CGPA?

With the CBSE Class 12 declared, students are eager to determine their percentage score. Here's a simple guide to help you calculate it:

CBSE Class 12 results 2025 format
The result table consists of three elements:

• Subject-wise marks obtained in the board exam
• Grades for each subject
• Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA)

How to calculate percentage from CBSE 12 marklist

• Add up the marks obtained in all five subjects
• Divide the total marks by 500
• Multiply this quotient by 100 to obtain the percentage

How to calculate CBSE 12th percentage from CGPA

• Determine your CGPA for each subject from the result sheet
• Multiply your CGPA by 9.5
• The result is your percentage score.

Class 10 evaluation
In Class 10, CBSE also provides a CGPA — the average of grade points obtained in five main subjects (excluding additional subjects).

Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA)
CGPA = Total grade points in 5 subjects ÷ 5
Percentage = CGPA × 9.5
Example:
If a student has a CGPA of 8.2, their percentage is:
8.2 × 9.5 = 77.9%