Quick answer: Bangladesh uses a GPA 5.00 scale for SSC, HSC and equivalent public examinations, while many universities use a CGPA 4.00 scale. In SSC and HSC, A+ usually means 80–100 marks and GPA 5.00. In the common university grading system, A+ usually means 80% or above and CGPA 4.00.
This guide explains the grading system in Bangladesh for school, college and university students. You will find the GPA grade scale out of 5, CGPA grade scale out of 4, SSC grading system, HSC grading system, UGC grading system, grade point chart, class/division equivalent and common grade meanings such as A+, A-, B, B- and C.
To understand how grades fit into the broader academic structure, you can also read our guide on the education system in Bangladesh.
Bangladesh Grading System at a Glance
| Education Level | Scale | Highest Grade | Highest Point | Passing Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SSC | GPA 5.00 | A+ | 5.00 | D / GPA 1.00 |
| HSC | GPA 5.00 | A+ | 5.00 | D / GPA 1.00 |
| University | CGPA 4.00 | A+ | 4.00 | D / CGPA 2.00 in many universities |
Bangladesh Grading System Topics
- GPA grade scale out of 5 in Bangladesh
- SSC grading system
- HSC grading system
- CGPA grade scale out of 4 in Bangladesh
- UGC grading system
- Grade point chart
- University grading system in Bangladesh
- GPA and division/class equivalent
- How to calculate GPA
- How to calculate CGPA
- FAQ
GPA Grade Scale Out of 5 in Bangladesh
The GPA grade scale out of 5 is used for SSC, HSC and equivalent public examinations in Bangladesh. The highest grade point is GPA 5.00, which is usually given for A+.
| Marks Range | Letter Grade | Grade Point | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80–100 | A+ | 5.00 | Outstanding |
| 70–79 | A | 4.00 | Excellent |
| 60–69 | A- | 3.50 | Very Good |
| 50–59 | B | 3.00 | Good |
| 40–49 | C | 2.00 | Satisfactory |
| 33–39 | D | 1.00 | Pass |
| 0–32 | F | 0.00 | Fail |
SSC Grading System in Bangladesh
The SSC grading system in Bangladesh uses the GPA 5.00 scale. Students receive letter grades based on marks obtained in each subject. The grade points are then used to calculate the final GPA.
| Marks Range | Letter Grade | Grade Point |
|---|---|---|
| 80–100 | A+ | 5.00 |
| 70–79 | A | 4.00 |
| 60–69 | A- | 3.50 |
| 50–59 | B | 3.00 |
| 40–49 | C | 2.00 |
| 33–39 | D | 1.00 |
| 0–32 | F | 0.00 |
Short answer: In SSC, A+ is GPA 5.00, A is GPA 4.00, A- is GPA 3.50, B is GPA 3.00, C is GPA 2.00, D is GPA 1.00 and F is GPA 0.00.
Students checking SSC-related information may also find our Dhaka Education Board SSC result guide helpful.
HSC Grading System in Bangladesh
The HSC grading system usually follows the same GPA 5.00 scale used in SSC. The final HSC GPA is calculated from subject grade points according to the board result rules.
| Marks Range | Letter Grade | Grade Point |
|---|---|---|
| 80–100 | A+ | 5.00 |
| 70–79 | A | 4.00 |
| 60–69 | A- | 3.50 |
| 50–59 | B | 3.00 |
| 40–49 | C | 2.00 |
| 33–39 | D | 1.00 |
| 0–32 | F | 0.00 |
Short answer: In HSC, A+ usually means 80–100 marks and GPA 5.00. The minimum passing grade is usually D, which carries GPA 1.00.
If you are checking HSC grades, you may also read our guide on HSC result in Bangladesh and HSC admission in Bangladesh.
CGPA Grade Scale Out of 4 in Bangladesh
Most universities in Bangladesh use a CGPA scale out of 4.00. The common UGC-style university grading system uses letter grades such as A+, A, A-, B+, B, B-, C+, C, D and F.
| Marks Range | Letter Grade | Grade Point | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80% and above | A+ | 4.00 | Outstanding |
| 75% to less than 80% | A | 3.75 | Excellent |
| 70% to less than 75% | A- | 3.50 | Very Good |
| 65% to less than 70% | B+ | 3.25 | Good |
| 60% to less than 65% | B | 3.00 | Satisfactory |
| 55% to less than 60% | B- | 2.75 | Above Average |
| 50% to less than 55% | C+ | 2.50 | Average |
| 45% to less than 50% | C | 2.25 | Below Average |
| 40% to less than 45% | D | 2.00 | Pass |
| Less than 40% | F | 0.00 | Fail |
UGC Grading System in Bangladesh
The UGC-style grading system used by many universities in Bangladesh follows a 4.00 CGPA scale. Under this system, A+ is usually 4.00, A is 3.75, A- is 3.50 and F is 0.00.
Some universities may use slightly different marks ranges, grade names or passing rules, so students should always check the official grading policy of their own university.
Grade Point Chart in Bangladesh
| Common Search Term | Answer |
|---|---|
| A+ grade marks | A+ usually means 80–100 marks in SSC and HSC, with GPA 5.00. |
| A+ grade point | A+ is GPA 5.00 in SSC/HSC and CGPA 4.00 in many universities. |
| A- grade point | A- is GPA 3.50 in SSC/HSC and CGPA 3.50 in the common university grading scale. |
| B grade point | B is GPA 3.00 in SSC/HSC and CGPA 3.00 in many universities. |
| B- grade point | B- is commonly CGPA 2.75 in the university grading system. |
| C grade point | C is GPA 2.00 in SSC/HSC and CGPA 2.25 in the common university grading system. |
| D grade point | D is GPA 1.00 in SSC/HSC and CGPA 2.00 in many universities. |
University Grading System in Bangladesh
University grading systems in Bangladesh usually use a CGPA scale out of 4.00. However, exact marks ranges and passing rules may vary by university. Below are common university grading examples used by different institutions.
Common University CGPA Scale
| Marks Range | Letter Grade | Grade Point |
|---|---|---|
| 80% and above | A+ | 4.00 |
| 75% to less than 80% | A | 3.75 |
| 70% to less than 75% | A- | 3.50 |
| 65% to less than 70% | B+ | 3.25 |
| 60% to less than 65% | B | 3.00 |
| 55% to less than 60% | B- | 2.75 |
| 50% to less than 55% | C+ | 2.50 |
| 45% to less than 50% | C | 2.25 |
| 40% to less than 45% | D | 2.00 |
| Less than 40% | F | 0.00 |
For higher education information, see our lists of private universities in Bangladesh and government universities in Bangladesh.
Dhaka University Grading System
Dhaka University and many other public universities use a 4.00 scale, but exact rules may vary by department, faculty or academic regulation. Students should check their department handbook or official academic rules for the latest grading policy.
| Letter Grade | Grade Point | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| A | 4.00 | Excellent |
| A- | 3.70 | Very Good |
| B+ | 3.30 | Good |
| B | 3.00 | Good |
| B- | 2.70 | Above Average |
| C+ | 2.30 | Average |
| C | 2.00 | Satisfactory |
| F | 0.00 | Fail |
BUP Grading System
BUP grading system queries are common among students. BUP may follow its own academic regulations, so students should verify their grading rules from the official BUP academic office or department notice. In general, Bangladeshi university grading is usually based on a 4.00 CGPA scale.
North South University Grading System
North South University uses a university grading policy where course grades contribute to GPA or CGPA based on grade points and credit hours. Students should check NSU’s official grading policy for the latest rules.
| Marks Range | Letter Grade | Grade Point |
|---|---|---|
| 95–100 | A | 4.00 |
| 90–94 | A- | 3.70 |
| 87–89 | B+ | 3.30 |
| 83–86 | B | 3.00 |
| 80–82 | B- | 2.70 |
| 77–79 | C+ | 2.30 |
| 73–76 | C | 2.00 |
| 70–72 | C- | 1.70 |
| 67–69 | D+ | 1.30 |
| 60–66 | D | 1.00 |
| 0–59 | F | 0.00 |
East West University Grading System
| Marks Range | Letter Grade | Grade Point |
|---|---|---|
| 97–100 | A+ | 4.00 |
| 90–below 97 | A | 4.00 |
| 87–below 90 | A- | 3.70 |
| 83–below 87 | B+ | 3.30 |
| 80–below 83 | B | 3.00 |
| 77–below 80 | B- | 2.70 |
| 73–below 77 | C+ | 2.30 |
| 70–below 73 | C | 2.00 |
| 67–below 70 | C- | 1.70 |
| 63–below 67 | D+ | 1.30 |
| 60–below 63 | D | 1.00 |
| Below 60 | F | 0.00 |
BRAC University Grading System
| Marks Range | Letter Grade | Grade Point |
|---|---|---|
| 90–100 | A | 4.00 |
| 85–below 90 | A- | 3.70 |
| 80–below 85 | B+ | 3.30 |
| 75–below 80 | B | 3.00 |
| 70–below 75 | B- | 2.70 |
| 65–below 70 | C+ | 2.30 |
| 60–below 65 | C | 2.00 |
| 57–below 60 | C- | 1.70 |
| 55–below 57 | D+ | 1.30 |
| 52–below 55 | D | 1.00 |
| Below 50 | F | 0.00 |
United International University Grading System
| Marks Range | Letter Grade | Assessment | Grade Point |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90–100 | A | Outstanding | 4.00 |
| 86–89 | A- | Excellent | 3.67 |
| 82–85 | B+ | Very Good | 3.33 |
| 78–81 | B | Good | 3.00 |
| 74–77 | B- | Above Average | 2.67 |
| 70–73 | C+ | Average | 2.33 |
| 66–69 | C | Below Average | 2.00 |
| 62–65 | C- | Poor | 1.67 |
| 58–61 | D+ | Very Poor | 1.33 |
| 55–57 | D | Pass | 1.00 |
| Below 55 | F | Fail | 0.00 |
For more details about NU, visit our page on National University Bangladesh.
GPA and Division/Class Equivalent in Bangladesh
Before the GPA system became common, students were often evaluated by division or class, such as first division, second division and third division. Some institutions still ask for GPA or CGPA equivalent to class/division for admission or job applications.
| Result Type | Common Equivalent |
|---|---|
| GPA 4.00 or above out of 5.00 | Often considered equivalent to First Division |
| GPA 3.00 to 3.99 out of 5.00 | Often considered equivalent to Second Division |
| GPA 1.00 to 2.99 out of 5.00 | Often considered equivalent to Third Division |
| CGPA 3.00 to 4.00 out of 4.00 | Often considered equivalent to First Class |
| CGPA 2.25 to 2.99 out of 4.00 | Often considered equivalent to Second Class |
| CGPA 2.00 to 2.24 out of 4.00 | Often considered equivalent to Third Class |
Note: Class or division equivalency may vary depending on institution, employer, admission circular or official rule. Always check the specific requirement before applying.
How to Calculate GPA in Bangladesh
To calculate GPA, add the grade points of all counted subjects and divide the total by the number of subjects.
Formula: GPA = Total Grade Points ÷ Total Number of Subjects
| Subject | Letter Grade | Grade Point |
|---|---|---|
| Bangla | A+ | 5.00 |
| English | A | 4.00 |
| Mathematics | A+ | 5.00 |
| Science | A- | 3.50 |
Example calculation: 5.00 + 4.00 + 5.00 + 3.50 = 17.50. Then 17.50 ÷ 4 = GPA 4.38.
How to Calculate CGPA in Bangladesh Universities
University CGPA is usually calculated using credit hours. Each course grade point is multiplied by the course credit. Then the total quality points are divided by total credits.
Formula: CGPA = Total Quality Points ÷ Total Credit Hours
Another way to write it: CGPA = Σ(Grade Point × Credit Hour) ÷ Total Credit Hours
| Course | Credit | Grade Point | Quality Point |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | 3 | 4.00 | 12.00 |
| Course 2 | 3 | 3.75 | 11.25 |
| Course 3 | 2 | 3.50 | 7.00 |
Example calculation: Total quality points = 30.25. Total credits = 8. CGPA = 30.25 ÷ 8 = 3.78.
GPA vs CGPA in Bangladesh
| Term | Full Meaning | Common Use in Bangladesh | Common Scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPA | Grade Point Average | SSC, HSC and equivalent exams | Out of 5.00 |
| CGPA | Cumulative Grade Point Average | University semester and degree results | Out of 4.00 |
Important Notes About Bangladesh Grade Scale
- SSC and HSC usually use a GPA scale out of 5.00.
- Many universities use a CGPA scale out of 4.00.
- University grading rules may vary by institution.
- Some universities use A+ as the highest grade, while some use A as the highest grade.
- Passing grade requirements may vary depending on exam level, university, department or program.
- For official use, always verify the latest grading rule from the relevant education board, university or admission circular.
Bangladesh Grading System FAQ
What is the grading system in Bangladesh?
Bangladesh uses GPA and CGPA grading systems. SSC and HSC results usually use a GPA scale out of 5.00, while many universities use a CGPA scale out of 4.00.
What is the GPA grade scale out of 5 in Bangladesh?
In the GPA 5.00 scale, A+ is 5.00, A is 4.00, A- is 3.50, B is 3.00, C is 2.00, D is 1.00 and F is 0.00.
What is the CGPA grade scale out of 4 in Bangladesh?
In the common university CGPA 4.00 scale, A+ is 4.00, A is 3.75, A- is 3.50, B+ is 3.25, B is 3.00, B- is 2.75, C+ is 2.50, C is 2.25, D is 2.00 and F is 0.00.
What is the SSC grading system in Bangladesh?
The SSC grading system uses a GPA scale out of 5.00. A+ is 80–100 marks, A is 70–79, A- is 60–69, B is 50–59, C is 40–49, D is 33–39 and F is 0–32.
What is the HSC grading system in Bangladesh?
The HSC grading system usually follows the same GPA 5.00 scale as SSC. A+ is 5.00, A is 4.00, A- is 3.50, B is 3.00, C is 2.00, D is 1.00 and F is 0.00.
What is the full meaning of GPA?
GPA means Grade Point Average. It is the average of grade points earned in subjects or courses.
What is the full meaning of CGPA?
CGPA means Cumulative Grade Point Average. It is the overall average of grade points across semesters or academic years.
Is A+ GPA 5 or CGPA 4?
In SSC and HSC, A+ is GPA 5.00. In many Bangladeshi universities, A+ is CGPA 4.00.
A- means how many points in Bangladesh?
A- is GPA 3.50 in the SSC/HSC GPA 5 scale. In the common university CGPA 4 scale, A- is also often 3.50.
B grade means how many points?
In SSC and HSC, B grade usually means GPA 3.00. In many university grading systems, B also means CGPA 3.00.
C grade means how many points?
In SSC and HSC, C grade usually means GPA 2.00. In the common university grading scale, C often means CGPA 2.25.
What is the minimum passing grade in SSC and HSC?
The minimum passing grade in SSC and HSC is usually D, which carries GPA 1.00.
What is the minimum passing grade in university?
In many Bangladeshi universities, D or CGPA 2.00 is considered the minimum passing grade for a course. However, passing rules may vary by university and program.
How is GPA calculated in Bangladesh?
GPA is calculated by adding the grade points of counted subjects and dividing the total by the number of subjects.
How is CGPA calculated in Bangladesh universities?
CGPA is usually calculated by multiplying each course grade point by its credit hour, adding all quality points and dividing by total credit hours.
What is first class CGPA in Bangladesh?
In many cases, CGPA 3.00 to 4.00 out of 4.00 is treated as first class. However, students should check the specific university, employer or admission circular rule.
What is second class CGPA in Bangladesh?
CGPA 2.25 to 2.99 out of 4.00 is often treated as second class, but the exact requirement may vary by institution or circular.
What is third class CGPA in Bangladesh?
CGPA 2.00 to 2.24 out of 4.00 is often treated as third class, depending on the institution or circular.
Is the grading system the same in all Bangladeshi universities?
No. Many universities follow a similar 4.00 CGPA scale, but marks ranges, passing rules and grade names can vary. Always check the official grading policy of your university.
