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NUST CGPA Calculator

Free NUST CGPA calculator — calculate semester GPA, cumulative CGPA, and convert CGPA to percentage using National University of Sciences and Technology's official grading system. No signup required.

Grading system locked to HEC Pakistan Grading Scale
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Course Name
Credits
Grade
Semester GPA
0.00/ 4.00
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HEC Pakistan Grading Scale

MarksGradePoints
90-100A4.00
85-89A-3.70
80-84B+3.30
75-79B3.00
71-74B-2.70
68-70C+2.30
64-67C2.00
60-63C-1.70
57-59D+1.30
53-56D1.00
45-52D-0.70
Below 45F0.00

Step-by-step walkthrough

How to use the NUST CGPA calculator

Below is a visual guide for the NUST calculator. It shows exactly where to type course data, how grades map through HEC Pakistan Grading Scale, and how your running result appears — no spreadsheet required.

NUST calculator preview — your grades use HEC Pakistan Grading Scale. Results update live in the tool above.
  1. 1

    Select Semester GPA, CGPA, or Percentage

    Use Semester GPA for the current term at NUST, CGPA for your full running average across semesters, and Percentage only when you need a rough conversion figure for forms.

  2. 2

    Add courses from your transcript

    Press "+ Add Course" for each subject on your NUST registration. Course names are optional labels — credits and grades drive the calculation.

  3. 3

    Enter credits and letter grades

    Type credit hours exactly as on your portal, then choose the letter from the dropdown. Grades are pre-mapped to HEC Pakistan Grading Scale — out of 4.0 (A = 4.00).

  4. 4

    Read the live result bar

    The highlighted score at the bottom updates as you edit rows. Toggle Pro mode to plan target grades for next semester without leaving the page.

Worked example

  • Cost Accounting4 cr · A (4.00 pts)
  • Political Science3 cr · B+ (3.30 pts)

((4 × 4.00) + (3 × 3.30)) ÷ 7 = 3.70

Semester GPA: 3.70 / 4.00

Your data never leaves your device. The tool runs locally in JavaScript — ideal for quick checks on a public campus network without sharing personal results online.

Last updated: September 2026 · Public · Pakistan

About the NUST CGPA Calculator

Pakistan's top-ranked engineering university following the HEC standard 4.0 scale.

National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) is Pakistan's premier STEM-focused university with campuses in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and regional colleges. NUST follows the HEC 4.0 grading framework with plus/minus letters and strict quality-point rules. Use this calculator when you need a semester GPA or cumulative CGPA that aligns with NUST's official quality-point table — especially before HEC verification or graduate-school applications. Wrong scale? Tell us — or browse more Pakistan calculators.

What NUST students should know

NUST programmes blend military-college discipline with semester credits: labs, design projects, and professional courses all carry weight. Some schools publish minimum CGPA for graduation (often near 2.0) and higher bars for honours or Dean's List. If you are on academic warning, model recovery scenarios here before course add/drop deadlines.

How to use this calculator

  1. Open Semester GPA and enter each course with credit hours from your NUST LMS or grade report.
  2. Select HEC letter grades (A through F with plus/minus variants) as shown on your result.
  3. Move to CGPA to aggregate multiple semesters — include every graded attempt listed on your transcript.
  4. For HEC attestation or foreign applications, request an official transcript from NUST's examinations office.

NUST grading system

NUST uses the HEC Pakistan 4.0 scale where A (90–100) = 4.00 and F (below 45) = 0.00. Minus grades (e.g., B- = 2.70) matter on tight merit lists. NUST's quality points per credit hour determine semester and cumulative averages — the same formula this calculator applies.

The math behind semester GPA and cumulative CGPA is the same across most universities — see our CGPA formula guide for a worked example. For broader planning tips, read the complete CGPA guide on the homepage or browse student articles on the blog.

Percentage conversion

HEC-affiliated universities do not share one public percentage multiplier. Some employers accept CGPA × 20 or CGPA × 25 informally — NUST's examinations branch can issue official conversion letters when required. Do not self-certify percentages for visa files.

Related Pakistan calculators

Public students in Pakistan often compare grades with peers at other campuses. You may also want the LUMS CGPA calculator, FAST CGPA calculator, and QAU CGPA calculator. View every Pakistan tool on the Pakistan university hub or the full 61-university directory.

Frequently asked questions

How does NUST calculate CGPA?
Sum of (grade point × credit hours) for all courses divided by total credit hours attempted, per HEC guidelines reflected in NUST handbooks.
What CGPA is required to graduate from NUST?
Minimum graduation CGPA is programme-specific — commonly 2.00 on a 4.0 scale but confirm in your student handbook.
Are NUST and LUMS GPAs comparable?
Both may use 4.0 terminology but programme difficulty and grading culture differ. Compare transcripts side by side rather than raw numbers alone.
How do I recover from a failed course at NUST?
Failed courses earn 0.00 quality points. Retake policies vary by school — speak with your academic advisor and recalculate CGPA after results publish.
Does NUST count audit or pass/fail courses in CGPA?
Only credit-bearing graded courses on your transcript belong in CGPA calculations unless your handbook states otherwise.
Is this NUST calculator free?
Yes. Your entries never leave your browser.

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