Nepal GPA Grading System
Nepal doesn’t have one single grading system. The National Examinations Board (NEB) uses a 4.0 GPA scale for SEE and +2, while universities like Tribhuvan University (TU), Kathmandu University (KU), and Pokhara University (PU) each apply their own variations.
Calculate My GPANEB Grading Scale (SEE and +2)
This is the official National Examinations Board scale used for SEE (Class 10) and Class 11-12 results. Each subject gets its own letter grade and grade point; your GPA is the average across all subjects.
| Grade | Marks Range | Grade Point |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 90–100 | 4.0 |
| A | 80–89 | 3.6 |
| B+ | 70–79 | 3.2 |
| B | 60–69 | 2.8 |
| C+ | 50–59 | 2.4 |
| C | 40–49 | 2.0 |
| D | 35–39 | 1.6 |
| NG (Not Graded) | Below 35 | 0.0 |
You need at least a D (1.6 GP, 35%) in every individual subject to pass — there’s no separate overall aggregate pass requirement. Getting NG in a subject means you’ll need to clear it through the grade increment (supplementary) exam.
Converting GPA to Percentage
NEB marksheets show GPA and letter grades only — not a percentage. The widely accepted approximation, used by NEB, TU, and Pokhara University alike, is:
This isn’t printed as an official formula on NEB marksheets, but it’s the practical standard accepted for government job applications (Lok Sewa Aayog) and widely used across Nepali institutions. For formal applications, writing both numbers together — e.g. “3.2 GPA (80%)” — is common practice.
University-Level Grading
Beyond NEB, Nepal’s universities don’t share one system:
- Tribhuvan University (TU) — older programs use a percentage-and-division annual system; newer semester programs (like BCA, BBS, Engineering) use a 4.0 GPA scale with credit-weighted calculation, the same quality-points method used throughout this site
- Kathmandu University (KU) and Pokhara University (PU) — both use 4.0 GPA semester systems, but with their own grade-boundary variations
- CTEVT — diploma programs typically use percentage-based divisions rather than GPA, though some newer programs are transitioning to GPA
Because the exact grade boundaries and minimum passing marks differ by institution, always confirm against your own program’s official grading policy rather than assuming NEB’s scale applies everywhere.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What GPA scale does NEB use?
NEB uses a 4.0 GPA scale with letter grades from A+ (4.0, 90-100%) down to NG (0.0, below 35%). This applies to both SEE (Class 10) and Class 11-12 results.
How do I convert my NEB GPA to a percentage?
The widely accepted approximation is GPA times 25, since NEB uses a 4.0 scale (4.0 times 25 equals 100). For example, a 3.6 GPA works out to approximately 90%. This isn’t an official NEB formula, but it’s the practical standard used across most institutions and for government job applications.
What is the minimum passing GPA for SEE and +2?
You need at least a D grade (1.6 GPA, roughly 35%) in every individual subject to pass. There’s no separate overall aggregate requirement beyond passing each subject.
Do Nepali universities all use the same grading system?
No. NEB uses a 4.0 GPA scale for school-level exams, but universities differ — TU uses both older percentage-based and newer GPA-based systems depending on the program, KU and PU use their own GPA variants, and CTEVT diploma programs typically use percentage-based divisions instead of GPA.
What happens if I get NG in a subject?
NG (Not Graded) means you scored below the passing threshold in that subject and it doesn’t carry a grade point. You can clear an NG subject through the grade increment (supplementary) exam without repeating the full year.
Calculate Your GPA
For TU semester, KU, or PU credit-weighted GPA, the same quality-points formula is built into these calculators.
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