📘 VTU SGPA Calculator User Guide

🔍 Key Features

• Calculate SGPA instantly for any semester

• Add/Remove courses dynamically

• Auto-save inputs during session

• Real-time grade point analysis

• Mobile-friendly design

• VTU-specific grading system

🛠️ How to Use

Step 1: Access the Calculator

1. Find the calculator embedded in your college website/page

2. You’ll see a clean interface with 1 default course

Step 2: Add Courses

• Click “+ Add Course” button to add new subjects

• Maximum 15 courses can be added (covers all VTU semester patterns)

• Each new course appears with:

  • Credit input (1-4)

  • Grade dropdown (S to F)

Step 3: Input Data

1. Credits (Number Input):

   • Enter credit value (1-4) as per your syllabus

   • Example: 3 for core subjects, 4 for labs

2. Grades (Dropdown):

   • Select from S (10) to F (0)

   • Follows VTU’s 10-point grading system

Step 4: Calculate SGPA

• Click “Calculate SGPA” button

• Automatic calculations occur with every input change

• Results appear in two sections:

  1. Primary Stats

     • SGPA Score (0.00-10.00)

     • Total Credits

  2. Grade Analysis

     • Performance Status (Color-coded)

     • Total Grade Points

Step 5: Interpret Results

• SGPA Score:

  • 9.0+ 🟢 (First Class with Distinction)

  • 8.0-8.99 🟡 (First Class)

  • 7.0-7.99 🟠 (Second Class)

  • Below 7.0 🔴 (Needs Improvement)

• Total Credits: Sum of all entered credits

• Total Points: Sum of (Credit × Grade) across subjects

📊 Grading System Reference

💡 Pro Tips

1. Real-Time Updates: Just change any value – results update automatically

2. Decimal Support: Works with fractional credits (e.g., 1.5 credit courses)

3. Error Handling: Invalid credits auto-highlight in red

4. Mobile Optimization: Works perfectly on smartphones – rotate to landscape for better view

5. Reset: Refresh page to start fresh

❓ FAQs

Q: What if I have an F grade?
A: F grade = 0 points. Calculator automatically factors this into SGPA.

Q: How many courses can I add?
A: Unlimited! Add as many as your semester requires.

Q: Does it work on mobile?
A: Yes! Fully responsive design works on all devices.

Q: Are my inputs saved?
A: Inputs stay until page refresh – no permanent storage.

Q: Is this official VTU tool?
A: Unofficial calculator based on VTU CBCS regulations. Always cross-verify with official results.

⚠️ Important Notes

• For CBCS scheme (2018 onwards)

• Includes all course types: Theory, Labs, Electives

• Excludes non-credit courses

• Minimum SGPA for promotion: 5.0

📩 Support
Found issues? Contact [your college webmaster] with screenshots and course details.