UPSI GPA Calculator
The UPSI GPA Calculator works out your semester GPA and CGPA at Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris in Malaysia, where A earns 4.00 and B earns 3.00. GPA is each grade point times its credits, added up and divided by total credits.
Grades from UPSI Academic Rules, Bachelor Level (Amendment 2025), checked 26 September 2026.
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About the UPSI GPA System
Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris is Malaysia's dedicated education university, descended from the Sultan Idris Training College (1922). UPSI is the primary institution for teacher training, offering B.Ed. programmes across all school subjects with heavy emphasis on pedagogical practice.
Why GPA Matters at UPSI
For UPSI graduates, CGPA directly affects placement priority in the Malaysian teaching service (KPM). Higher CGPA graduates receive better school placement options, and a First Class Honours significantly improves chances for preferred postings and fast-track promotion in education. The Dean's certificate needs a semester GPA of 3.50 or above with at least 12 credits.
UPSI Honours Classification
First Class
3.70
min CGPA
Second Class Upper
3.00
min CGPA
Second Class Lower
2.00
min CGPA
UPSI Grading Note
UPSI grades on a 4.00 scale with no A+: A- is 3.75, B+ 3.50, B- 2.75, C+ 2.50, C- 1.75 and D+ 1.50. UPSI sets no general pass grade, but core, education and University English courses need a C, and practicum, teaching practice and internship courses need a B.
What Counts in Your UPSI GPA
When you repeat a course, only the best grade counts in your PNGK. Pass/fail, audit and credit-exempted courses are left out. Your degree class is not printed on the scroll.
GPA Tips for UPSI Students
- UPSI practicum, teaching practice and internship courses need at least a B, and a B- or lower must be repeated (only once), so strong teaching evaluations matter for both your CGPA and graduation.
- Education students should maintain a portfolio throughout their studies, as some assessment components are portfolio-based and contribute to course grades.
- UPSI offers micro-credential courses that can supplement your transcript; check if any carry credit hours that count toward CGPA.
Common GPA Mistakes at UPSI
Teacher-training students at UPSI sometimes undervalue practicum grades, treating them as formalities. Practicum and teaching practice courses need at least a B, and a B- or lower means repeating the course, so they deserve as much effort as any exam.
UPSI Grading System
Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris uses a 4.0-point grading scale. The highest achievable GPA is 4.0, and letter grades are converted to grade points using the official UPSI grade table below. UPSI awards degree classifications based on cumulative GPA thresholds, with First Class requiring a CGPA of 3.70 or above.
Each module grade earns a specific number of grade points, which are then weighted by credit units to compute your semester GPA and cumulative GPA (CGPA). Use the UPSI GPA calculator above to project your CGPA based on expected grades.
UPSI Grade Points Used
| Grade | Grade Point | Score Range |
|---|---|---|
| A | 4.00 | 80-100% |
| A- | 3.75 | 75-79% |
| B+ | 3.50 | 70-74% |
| B | 3.00 | 65-69% |
| B- | 2.75 | 60-64% |
| C+ | 2.50 | 55-59% |
| C | 2.00 | 50-54% |
| C- | 1.75 | 45-49% |
| D+ | 1.50 | 40-44% |
| D | 1.00 | 35-39% |
| F | 0.00 | 0-34% |
Official References
According to UPSI's published rules, the scale on this page runs up to 4.0. Each source is linked below.
- UPSI Academic Rules, Bachelor Level (Amendment 2025)
- UPSI Academic Management Handbook (Amendment 2026)
Grade table and classifications last checked against these sources on 26 September 2026.
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