How to Improve Your CGPA

The fastest way to raise CGPA is to aim at the subjects and marks that carry the most credits. Here is what helps most.

Know your target. Use the target CGPA calculator to see the SGPA you need each semester.
Prioritise high-credit subjects. A 4-credit paper moves your SGPA twice as much as a 2-credit one.
Never lose internal marks. Assignments, quizzes and attendance-linked marks are the easiest marks in the semester.
Treat labs seriously. Lab and project grades are often high and easy to secure with regular work.
Clear backlogs early. A failed subject drags your CGPA until you clear it. See backlogs and CGPA.
Use previous papers. University exams repeat question patterns more than you think.
Keep 75% attendance. Falling short can stop you from writing the exam. Check with the attendance calculator.
Ask about grade boundaries. If you are 1–2 marks below the next grade, revaluation rules may help; check your university's policy.

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Last updated: November 2026