🇩🇪Official Modified Bavarian Formula
German Grade Calculator:
The Complete Mathematical Guide
Understanding how your Indian CGPA or percentage converts to the German grading scale is crucial for university applications. This guide explains the Modified Bavarian Formulawith mathematical precision.
1.0 - 5.0German Scale
≤ 2.5Typical Requirement
APS Requiredfor Indian Students
The Modified Bavarian Formula
Formula:
X = 1 + 3 × (Nmax - Nd) / (Nmax - Nmin)
X
The resulting German grade (1.0 to 5.0)
Nmax
Maximum possible score (e.g., 10.0 or 100%)
Nd
Your actual score/CGPA
Nmin
Minimum passing score (e.g., 4.0 or 40%)
German Grade Scale
| German Grade | Term | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|
| 1.0 - 1.5 | Sehr Gut | Outstanding, top 5-10% |
| 1.6 - 2.5 | Gut | Good, competitive for most programs |
| 2.6 - 3.5 | Befriedigend | Satisfactory, limited options |
| 3.6 - 5.0 | Ausreichend/Nicht Bestanden | Sufficient/Failed |
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