Anna University Chennai Regulation 2017 & 2021 Compliant

Anna University CGPA to Percentage Calculator

Anna University CGPA to Percentage conversion calculates equivalent aggregate marks for engineering and technology students in Tamil Nadu using the official formula: Percentage (%) = CGPA × 10. Under Regulation 2017 and 2021, students achieving a CGPA of 8.50 or higher earn First Class with Distinction.

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Enter your aggregate CGPA as printed on your official provisional degree certificate or marks card

Official Circular Reference:

Regulation 2017 & 2021 Clause 15.2 (UG / PG Engineering)

Step-by-Step Calculation:
8.25 × 10 = 82.5%
Converted PercentageFirst Class

Official Equivalent Aggregate Marks

82.5%
Class / Grade AwardedFirst Class
Formula AppliedPercentage (%) = CGPA × 10
University AuthorityTamil NaduAnna University (Chennai)
Max Grade Scale10.00 Scale
Formulas derived strictly from official registrar notifications and university executive council ordinances.

Aggregate Score Percentage Ring

Marks82.5%
Equivalent Percentage
₹83(82.5%)
Remaining to 100%
₹18(17.5%)
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Anna University Regulations & Formula

Clause 15.2 of the Academic Regulations of Anna University Chennai specifies the conversion multiplier:

// Official Anna University Regulation 2017/2021 Formula

Percentage (%) = CGPA * 10


// Class Classification Rules

1. CGPA >= 8.50 -> First Class with Distinction (FCD) (no arrears history)

2. 6.50 <= CGPA < 8.50 -> First Class

3. 5.00 <= CGPA < 6.50 -> Second Class

4. CGPA < 5.00 -> Re-appear / Not Classified

Worked Example: Converting 8.60 CGPA

Scenario: Karthik graduates with a B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from an affiliated college in Chennai with a cumulative CGPA of 8.60.

StepFormulaValueResult
1. Cumulative CGPAGrade Point8.60Official Consolidated Marksheet
2. Apply Multiplier8.60 × 1086.00%Official Percentage
3. ClassificationAward of ClassFirst Class with Distinction (CGPA >= 8.50)

Anna University CGPA to Percentage Conversion Matrix

Anna Univ CGPAEquivalent Percentage (%)Award of Class
10.00100.00%First Class with Distinction
9.0090.00%First Class with Distinction
8.5085.00%First Class with Distinction (Threshold)
8.0080.00%First Class
7.0070.00%First Class
6.5065.00%First Class (Threshold)
6.0060.00%Second Class

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Frequently Asked Questions (Anna University CGPA)

What is the official Anna University formula to convert CGPA to percentage?

According to Clause 15.2 of Anna University Regulation 2017 and Regulation 2021 for B.E/B.Tech and M.E/M.Tech degree courses, the official conversion formula is: Percentage (%) = CGPA × 10.

What is the CGPA required for First Class with Distinction (FCD) in Anna University?

A student must score a CGPA of 8.50 or higher and complete the degree program within the minimum prescribed duration without having any standing or history of arrears to be awarded First Class with Distinction.

What is the CGPA requirement for First Class in Anna University?

Students with a CGPA of 6.50 and above (up to 8.49) are awarded First Class, provided they complete the degree within the maximum permissible time limit.

Does Anna University subtract 0.75 like VTU?

No. Unlike Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) which subtracts 0.75, Anna University Chennai officially uses a straight multiplier of 10 without any deduction constant.