In Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), CGPA stands for Cumulative Grade Point Average. It is a standard way to measure a student’s overall academic performance across all semesters of a program. Here's a detailed explanation:
1. Understanding CGPA in SPPU
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CGPA is not a percentage but a scale of 0 to 10.
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Each course or subject is assigned credits, usually based on lecture hours, practicals, or tutorials.
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Grades are given in letter form (O, A+, A, B+, B, C, D, F) with corresponding grade points.
2. Grade Points in SPPU
SPPU uses the following scale:
| Grade | Grade Points |
|---|---|
| O | 10 |
| A+ | 9 |
| A | 8 |
| B+ | 7 |
| B | 6 |
| C | 5 |
| D | 4 |
| F | 0 |
Note: ‘F’ means Fail in that subject.
3. Formula to Calculate CGPA
The CGPA is calculated as a weighted average of grade points, based on the credits of each subject.
Where:
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Grade Points = points corresponding to the grade earned in each subject.
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Credits = credit value assigned to that subject.
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Σ = sum over all subjects in a semester or across semesters.
4. Example Calculation
Suppose a student has these grades and credits in a semester:
| Subject | Credits | Grade | Grade Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 4 | A | 8 |
| Physics | 3 | B+ | 7 |
| Chemistry | 3 | O | 10 |
Step 1: Multiply grade points by credits:
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Maths: 8 × 4 = 32
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Physics: 7 × 3 = 21
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Chemistry: 10 × 3 = 30
Step 2: Add them: 32 + 21 + 30 = 83
Step 3: Add total credits: 4 + 3 + 3 = 10
Step 4: Divide total grade points by total credits:
5. CGPA to Percentage (optional)
SPPU sometimes uses the formula to convert CGPA to percentage:
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So, CGPA 8.3 ≈ 83%.