Indian Degrees and Grades: Your U.S. Equivalent
How Indian certificates, diplomas and degrees compare with U.S. education, and how Indian grades convert to U.S. grades. Certified evaluation within 24 Hours.
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Indian credentials at a glance
| Indian credential | U.S. equivalent |
|---|---|
| Standard XII Certificate | High School Diploma |
| Secondary School Certificate | Two Years of High School (10th grade) |
| Bachelor of Engineering | Bachelor's Degree |
| Bachelor of Science | Bachelor's Degree or three years toward one, depending on the program |
| Bachelor of Commerce | Bachelor's Degree or three years toward one, depending on the program |
| Master of Business Administration | Master of Business Administration |
| Fellowship | Doctor of Philosophy |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Doctor of Philosophy |
How Indian university grades convert to U.S. grades
| Indian mark or grade | U.S. grade |
|---|---|
| 60-100 | A |
| 50-59 | B |
| 30-49 | C |
| P | Pass |
| G | D |
| 0-29 | F |
Indian secondary school grades in U.S. terms
| Indian mark or grade | U.S. grade |
|---|---|
| 60-100 | A |
| 50-59 | B |
| 30-49 | C |
| G | D |
| 0-29 | F |
Indian universities with a 35% pass mark
| Indian mark or grade | U.S. grade |
|---|---|
| 70-100 | A |
| 50-69 | B |
| 35-49 | C |
| 0-34 | F |
Indian universities with a 40% pass mark
| Indian mark or grade | U.S. grade |
|---|---|
| 70-100 | A |
| 60-69 | A |
| 50-59 | B |
| 40-49 | C |
| G | D |
| P | Pass |
| 0-39 | F |
UGC 10-point grading scale (CGPA)
| Indian mark or grade | U.S. grade |
|---|---|
| 10 | A |
| 9 | A |
| 8 | B+ |
| 7 | B |
| 6 | B- |
| 5 | C |
| 4 | C |
| 0 | F |
| O | A |
| A+ | A |
| A | B+ |
| B+ | B |
| B | B- |
| C | C |
| P | C |
| F | F |
Every Indian credential we evaluate (84)
Our evaluation data for India, by level. The U.S. equivalent on your evaluation also depends on your program, school and transcripts.
Secondary school (19)
| Indian credential | Typical length | U.S. equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| All-India Higher Secondary Certificate | 3 years | Three Years of High School (11th grade) |
| All India and Delhi Senior School Certificate (AISSC) | 2 years | High School Diploma |
| All India Secondary School Certificate | 2 years | Two Years of High School (10th grade) |
| Certificate of Vocational Education Examination (CVE-12) | 4 years | High School Diploma |
| Diploma from a Polytechnic | 1-2 years | High School Diploma |
| Diploma in Education (if 10-year school certificate) | 2 years | Two Years of High School (10th grade) |
| Higher Secondary Certificate | 2 years | High School Diploma |
| Indian Certificate of Secondary Education | 2 years | Two Years of High School (10th grade) |
| Indian School Certificate Examination | 2 years | High School Diploma |
| Intermediate Certificate for Andhra Pradesh | 2 years | High School Diploma |
| Intermediate Certificate for Goa | 2 years | High School Diploma |
| Intermediate Examination | 2 years | High School Diploma |
| Matriculation Examination | 2 years | Two Years of High School (10th grade) |
| Pre-Degree Certificate | 2 years | High School Diploma |
| Pre-Professional Certificate (pre-dental, engineering, medical, agriculture) | 2 years | High School Diploma |
| Pre-University Certificate | 2 years | High School Diploma |
| Secondary School Certificate | 2 years | Two Years of High School (10th grade) |
| Senior Secondary Certificate | 2 years | High School Diploma |
| Standard XII Certificate | 2 years | High School Diploma |
Undergraduate (40)
| Indian credential | Typical length | U.S. equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| Associate Membership in Indian Professional Engineering Associations | 4 years | Bachelor's Degree |
| Associate Membership in The Aeronautical Society of India | 4 years | Bachelor's Degree |
| Bachelor of Agricultural Sciences | 4 years | Bachelor's Degree |
| Bachelor of Architecture | 5 years | Bachelor's Degree |
| Bachelor of Arts | 2-3 years | Bachelor's Degree or three years toward one, depending on the program |
| Bachelor of Arts (Honours) | 4 years | Bachelor's Degree |
| Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery | 5.5 years | Bachelor's Degree in Integrative Healthcare |
| Bachelor of Business Administration | 3 years | Bachelor's Degree or three years toward one, depending on the program |
| Bachelor of Commerce | 3-4 years | Bachelor's Degree or three years toward one, depending on the program |
| Bachelor of Computer Applications | 3 years | Bachelor's Degree or three years toward one, depending on the program |
| Bachelor of Dental Surgery | 4-5 years | Bachelor's Degree (First Professional Degree in Dentistry) |
| Bachelor of Design | 4 years | Bachelor's Degree |
| Bachelor of Education | 1-2 years | Bachelor's Degree |
| Bachelor of Engineering | 4 years | Bachelor's Degree |
| Bachelor of Forestry | 4 years | Bachelor's Degree |
| Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery | 5 years | Bachelor's Degree |
| Bachelor of Hotel Management | 3 years | Bachelor's Degree or three years toward one, depending on the program |
| Bachelor of Law | 2-5 years | Bachelor's Degree (First Professional Degree in Law) |
| Bachelor of Management Studies | 3 years | Bachelor's Degree or three years toward one, depending on the program |
| Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery | 4-5.5 years | Bachelor's Degree (First Professional Degree in Medicine) |
| Bachelor of Optometry | 4 years | Bachelor's Degree (First Professional Degree in Optometry) |
| Bachelor of Pharmacy | 4 years | Bachelor's Degree (First Professional Degree in Pharmacy) |
| Bachelor of Physiotherapy | 5 years | Bachelor's Degree |
| Bachelor of Science | 2-4 years | Bachelor's Degree or three years toward one, depending on the program |
| Bachelor of Science (Honours) | 4 years | Bachelor's Degree |
| Bachelor of Science in Nursing | 4 years | Bachelor of Science |
| Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Post-Basic) | 2 years | Bachelor's Degree |
| Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy | 4 years | Bachelor's Degree |
| Bachelor of Technology | 4 years | Bachelor's Degree |
| Bachelor of Veterinary Science | 5 years | Bachelor's Degree (First Professional Degree in Veterinary Medicine) |
| Diploma in Engineering | 1 year | Certificate |
| Diploma in Engineering | 2-3 years | Associate Degree |
| Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery | 3-3.5 years | Associate Degree |
| Diploma in Teacher Training | 1 year | Certificate |
| Diploma in Teacher Training | 2-3 years | Associate Degree |
| ICAI Final Exam and award of Association Membership | 2 years | Bachelor's Degree |
| Institute of Chartered Accountants of India Foundation Exam | 1 year | One Year Towards a Four Year Bachelor's Degree |
| Institute of Chartered Accountants of India Intermediate Exam | 2 years | One Year Towards a Four Year Bachelor's Degree |
| Institute of Cost & Works Accountants of India Final Exam | 4 years | Bachelor's Degree |
| Bachelor of Hotel Management and Catering Technology | 4 years | Bachelor's Degree |
Graduate (20)
| Indian credential | Typical length | U.S. equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| Institute of Chartered Accountants of India Post Qualification Diploma | 1 year | One Year Towards Master's Degree |
| Master of Architecture | 2 years | Master's Degree |
| Master of Arts | 2 years | Master's Degree |
| Master of Arts / Science / Commerce | 2 years | Master's Degree |
| Master of Business Administration | 2-5 years | Master of Business Administration |
| Master of Commerce | 2 years | Master of Business Administration |
| Master of Computer Applications | 2-3 years | Master's Degree |
| Master of Education | 1-2 years | Master's Degree |
| Master of Engineering | 1-2 years | Master's Degree |
| Master of Pharmacy | 1.5-2 years | Master's Degree |
| Master of Philosophy | 1-2 years | Master's Degree |
| Master of Science | 2 years | Master's Degree |
| Master of Science (Technology) | 2 years | Bachelor's and Master's Degrees |
| Master of Surgery | 3 years | Doctor of Medicine |
| Master of Technology | 1.5-2 years | Master's Degree |
| Master's Degree | 2-5 years | Master's Degree |
| Master's Research Degree | 2 years | Master's Degree |
| Post Graduate Diploma | 1-2 years | Graduate Certificate |
| Post Graduate Diploma from All India Management Association | 2 years | Master's Degree |
| Post Graduate Diploma from Indian Institutes of Management | 2 years | Master's Degree |
Doctoral and professional (5)
| Indian credential | Typical length | U.S. equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| Doctor of Engineering | 1 year | Doctor of Philosophy |
| Doctor of Medicine | 3 years | Doctor of Medicine |
| Doctor of Pharmacy | 6 years | Doctor of Pharmacy |
| Doctor of Philosophy | 1-5 years | Doctor of Philosophy |
| Fellowship | 3-5 years | Doctor of Philosophy |
Indian credential evaluation: common questions
Is a Standard XII Certificate from India equal to a U.S. high school diploma?
Yes. A Standard XII Certificate is evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. High School Diploma.
Is an Indian Bachelor of Engineering equal to a U.S. bachelor's degree?
Yes. A Bachelor of Engineering from India is evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. Bachelor's Degree.
Is a 3-year Indian bachelor's degree equal to a U.S. bachelor's degree?
It depends on the degree. Some 3-year degrees are evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree; others, such as engineering, which takes four years in the U.S., are evaluated as three years toward a bachelor's degree. Four-year degrees such as the B.E. and B.Tech are evaluated as a U.S. Bachelor's Degree.
My university uses the UGC 10-point CGPA scale. Can you convert it?
Yes. The UGC grades and CGPA convert to U.S. letter grades as shown in the UGC table above.
How are Indian grades converted to U.S. grades and GPA?
Each subject's mark or grade is converted to a U.S. letter grade using India's grading scale, then to grade points on the U.S. 4.0 scale. A Course by Course evaluation shows every subject and your GPA.
Do my documents need to be translated?
Documents that aren't in English need a translation. We translate them as part of your order, at $27.50 per page (up to 250 words), normally within one day.
How fast can I get my Indian credentials evaluated?
Within 24 Hours of payment and receipt of your documents, or it's free (conditions apply). Rush evaluations are delivered within 8 hours.
