Complete 2026 guide to CGPA requirements for every top Indian university — IIT M.Tech, IIM MBA, AIIMS MBBS, NLU LLB, NIT, BITS, VIT, Anna University, and 100+ more. Check your eligibility instantly using our free CGPA Eligibility Checker. Covers GATE, CAT, NEET, CLAT, JEE, and direct admission criteria. Updated for 2026 admissions cycle.
India's top universities have increasingly precise CGPA-based eligibility criteria in 2026. From GATE's 60% minimum for IIT M.Tech to IIM's academic composite score using your graduation CGPA — understanding exactly what your CGPA means for each institution is critical for strategic planning.
For M.Tech admission through GATE 2026, all IITs and NITs require a minimum of 60% (55% for SC/ST/PwD) in the qualifying degree. IITs also use CGPA in academic profile scoring for direct PhD admissions and fellowship decisions.
IIM MBA shortlisting uses a composite score that includes your graduation CGPA — IIM Ahmedabad, Bangalore, and Calcutta award up to 20–30% composite weight to academic profile. Higher CGPA directly boosts your IIM call probability.
MBBS admissions are NEET score-driven, but PG medical admissions (MD/MS/DNB) and AIIMS PG require a minimum 55% aggregate in MBBS. CGPA-to-percentage conversion applies for all MBBS grade-card holders.
All National Law Universities require 45% in the qualifying exam (40% for SC/ST) for LLB admission via CLAT. For LLM admissions, 55% in LLB is standard. Integrated BA-LLB: 45% in Class 12.
IIT/IISc/NIT PhD admissions typically require 60% or 6.5 CGPA in the qualifying degree, plus a valid GATE/NET/JRF score. CSIR-UGC NET and DST fellowships have their own CGPA/percentage thresholds.
PM Research Fellowship (PMRF) requires 8.0+ CGPA. CSIR SRF requires 55% in MSc. INSPIRE Fellowship for science requires top percentile in qualifying exam — all with CGPA thresholds that must be met before applying.
Enter your current CGPA (from your official grade card or student portal) in the first field. Then select the conversion formula used by your institution: IIT, NIT, VIT, Anna University, SRM, Manipal, and most South Indian universities use CGPA × 10. CBSE-affiliated colleges and Delhi University use CGPA × 9.5 (the official CBSE formula). SPPU Pune and Mumbai University use (CGPA − 0.75) × 10. GTU Gujarat uses (CGPA − 0.5) × 10. If unsure, check your university's official Academic Ordinance or UGC guidelines.
Choose the degree you have completed or are completing (B.Tech/B.E., B.A./B.Com/B.Sc, M.Tech, or MBBS). This determines which set of university eligibility criteria applies — UG engineering CGPA requirements differ from general UG or PG requirements. Also select your reservation category (General/EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, or ST) as most Indian university admissions provide a 5% marks relaxation for SC/ST candidates, which changes the minimum CGPA threshold for your eligibility.
Click "Check My Eligibility" to instantly see which major Indian universities and programmes you are eligible for based purely on your CGPA/percentage. Results are color-coded: green (✅ Eligible), yellow (⚠️ Borderline — check specific programme requirements), red (❌ Below minimum). Note that eligibility means you meet the academic minimum — you still need to qualify in the entrance exam (GATE for IIT M.Tech, CAT for IIM MBA, NEET for medical PG) and meet all other selection criteria.
50% / 5.0–5.26 CGPA → IIM MBA minimum (CAT), UPSC civil services | 55% / 5.79–6.0 CGPA → UGC NET, medical PG (MD/MS), PhD admissions (many) | 60% / 6.32–6.0 CGPA → GATE/IIT M.Tech, NIT M.Tech, government jobs (PSU, SSC, IBPS) | 65% / 6.84–6.5 CGPA → PSU recruitment (ONGC, BHEL, NTPC) | 75% / 7.89–7.5 CGPA → PMRF Fellowship, top scholarships | 8.0+ CGPA → PM Research Fellowship, ISRO, top product companies
From India's premier institutions (Tier 1 IITs, IIMs, AIIMS) to top private universities — here are the CGPA/percentage requirements organized by institutional tier for 2026 admissions.
All M.Tech/ME admissions at IITs, NITs, and IIITs require a valid GATE score plus the minimum percentage in the qualifying B.Tech/BE degree. The percentage threshold varies by institution and reservation category.
| Institution | Programme | Min % (General) | Min % (SC/ST) | Min CGPA (×10) | Entrance Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All IITs (23) | M.Tech (all branches) | 60% | 55% | 6.0 / 5.5 | GATE (mandatory) |
| IIT Bombay | M.Tech (CSE, EE, ME, etc.) | 60% | 55% | 6.0 / 5.5 | GATE (COAP counselling) |
| IIT Delhi | M.Tech (all branches) | 60% | 55% | 6.0 / 5.5 | GATE (COAP) |
| IISc Bangalore | M.Tech / M.Des / PhD | 60% | 55% | 6.0 / 5.5 | GATE / JEST / JAM |
| All NITs (31) | M.Tech (all branches) | 60% | 55% | 6.0 / 5.5 | GATE (CCMT counselling) |
| BITS Pilani | M.E. (all branches) | 60% | 55% | 6.0 / 5.5 | GATE score preferred |
| IIIT Hyderabad | M.Tech (CSE, ECE, etc.) | 60% | 55% | 6.0 / 5.5 | PGEE + GATE |
| VIT University | M.Tech (all branches) | 55% | 50% | 5.5 / 5.0 | VITMEE / GATE score |
| SRM University | M.Tech (all branches) | 55% | 50% | 5.5 / 5.0 | SRMJEEE / GATE |
| Manipal (MAHE) | M.Tech (all branches) | 50% | 45% | 5.0 / 4.5 | MU-OET / GATE |
| Anna University | M.E. / M.Tech | 50% | 45% | 5.0 / 4.5 | TANCET / GATE |
| Jadavpur University | M.Tech | 60% | 55% | 6.0 / 5.5 | GATE score |
| Amrita University | M.Tech | 55% | 50% | 5.5 / 5.0 | GATE / university test |
| COMSATS / AKTU-affiliated | M.Tech | 50% | 45% | 5.0 / 4.5 | GATE / UPSEE-PG |
Unlike engineering admissions, IIM MBA shortlisting does not use CGPA as a hard minimum cutoff — instead, it is incorporated into each IIM's composite score formula. Your graduation CGPA contributes to the "academic profile score" component, which can account for 15–30% of the total composite score used for WAT-PI shortlisting. The higher your CGPA, the higher your academic profile score — directly boosting your IIM call probability even with the same CAT percentile.
| Institution | Programme | Min % (General) | Min % (SC/ST) | Entrance Exam | Typical Competitive % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IIM Ahmedabad | PGP (MBA) | 50% | 45% | CAT 99%+ | 80%+ (8.0 CGPA ×10) |
| IIM Bangalore | PGP (MBA) | 50% | 45% | CAT 99%+ | 80%+ recommended |
| IIM Calcutta | PGDM (MBA) | 50% | 45% | CAT 99%+ | 80%+ recommended |
| IIM Lucknow | PGP (MBA) | 50% | 45% | CAT 97%+ | 75%+ recommended |
| IIM Indore | PGP (MBA) | 50% | 45% | CAT 97%+ | 70%+ recommended |
| IIM Kozhikode | PGP (MBA) | 50% | 45% | CAT 95%+ | 70%+ recommended |
| FMS Delhi | MBA | 50% | 45% | CAT 98%+ | 75%+ recommended |
| XLRI Jamshedpur | BM / HRM | 55% | 50% | XAT 95%+ | 70%+ recommended |
| MDI Gurgaon | PGPM (MBA) | 50% | 45% | CAT 95%+ | 65%+ recommended |
| SP Jain Mumbai | PGDM | 50% | 45% | CAT/XAT/GMAT | 65%+ recommended |
| IIFT Delhi | MBA (IB) | 50% | 45% | IIFT exam | 65%+ recommended |
| NMIMS Mumbai | MBA | 50% | 45% | NMAT 95%+ | 60%+ minimum |
| SIBM Pune (Symbiosis) | MBA | 50% | 45% | SNAP 95%+ | 60%+ minimum |
| MICA Ahmedabad | PGDM-C | 50% | 45% | CAT/XAT/MICAT | 60%+ minimum |
MBBS admissions are primarily NEET-driven (no CGPA minimum beyond 50% in PCB at Class 12 level). However, for postgraduate medical admissions, CGPA/percentage in MBBS is a key eligibility criterion.
| Programme | Institution | Min % in MBBS |
|---|---|---|
| MD / MS (PG Medical) | All MCI/NMC colleges | 55% in MBBS |
| AIIMS PG (MD/MS) | AIIMS New Delhi | 55% in MBBS |
| JIPMER PG | JIPMER Puducherry | 55% in MBBS |
| DNB CET | National Board Exams | 55% in MBBS |
| MDS (Dental PG) | All dental colleges | 55% in BDS |
| DM / M.Ch (Super-specialty) | All MCI colleges | 55% in MD/MS |
| PhD (Medical Sciences) | AIIMS / PGI / NIMHANS | 60% in PG degree |
National Law Universities and top humanities/social science institutions have specific CGPA/percentage requirements for LLB, LLM, MA, and PhD admissions in 2026.
| Programme | Institution | Min % Required |
|---|---|---|
| BA-LLB / LLB (CLAT) | All NLUs | 45% in Class 12 (40% SC/ST) |
| LLM (CLAT PG) | All NLUs | 55% in LLB / BA-LLB |
| MA (CUET-PG) | DU, BHU, JNU, central unis | 50% graduation |
| M.A. Economics | DSE, JNU, ISI Kolkata | 60% + entrance |
| MSW / MA Social Work | TISS Mumbai | 50% graduation |
| MBA (Law firms) | IIM + NLU dual degree | 60% in LLB |
| PhD (Humanities) | JNU / DU / BHU | 55% in MA + NET |
Research fellowships and PhD admissions in India 2026 have some of the highest CGPA requirements — particularly for government-funded positions at IITs, IISc, and central universities.
| Fellowship / Programme | Awarding Body | Min CGPA / % | Entrance Required | Monthly Stipend (2026) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PM Research Fellowship (PMRF) | Ministry of Education | 8.0+ CGPA or 8.0+ CGPA in IIT/NIT/IISER | Direct (IIT/NIT) or written test | ₹70,000–₹80,000/month |
| CSIR-UGC NET JRF | CSIR / UGC | 55% in MSc (50% SC/ST) | CSIR NET exam | ₹37,000/month (JRF) |
| UGC JRF (Humanities/Social Sci) | UGC | 55% in MA (50% SC/ST) | UGC NET exam | ₹37,000/month (JRF) |
| DST INSPIRE Fellowship | DST India | Top 1% in 12th or top university | INSPIRE eligibility + interview | ₹80,000/month |
| IISc PhD Direct Admission | IISc Bangalore | 60% in B.E./B.Tech + GATE | GATE (mandatory) | ₹34,000–₹54,000/month |
| IIT PhD (Institute Fellowship) | All IITs | 60% in qualifying degree | GATE / JEST / JAM + interview | ₹37,000–₹42,000/month |
| ICMR JRF (Medical Research) | ICMR | 55% in MBBS/MSc | ICMR JRF exam | ₹37,000/month |
| DBT JRF (Biotechnology) | DBT India | 60% in relevant PG | DBT JRF exam | ₹37,000/month |
Government job applications in India require percentage equivalents — not CGPA directly. Convert your CGPA using your university's official formula (SRM/VIT/IIT: ×10; CBSE: ×9.5; SPPU: −0.75×10) before applying. Here are the key thresholds for 2026:
| Recruitment / Job | Conducting Body | Min % (General) | Min % (SC/ST) | Min CGPA (×10 formula) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UPSC Civil Services (IAS/IPS) | UPSC | 50% | 45% | 5.0 / 4.5 CGPA |
| SSC CGL | SSC | Any graduate degree | No % min | No CGPA minimum |
| IBPS PO / SBI PO 2026 | IBPS / SBI | 60% | 55% | 6.0 / 5.5 CGPA |
| RBI Grade B Officer | RBI | 60% | 50% | 6.0 / 5.0 CGPA |
| ONGC (PSU) — GATE-based | ONGC | 65% | 60% | 6.5 / 6.0 CGPA |
| BHEL (PSU) — GATE-based | BHEL | 65% | 60% | 6.5 / 6.0 CGPA |
| NTPC (PSU) | NTPC | 65% | 55% | 6.5 / 5.5 CGPA |
| HAL (PSU) | HAL | 65% | 60% | 6.5 / 6.0 CGPA |
| ISRO Scientist/Engineer | ISRO / DOS | 65% | 60% | 6.5 / 6.0 CGPA |
| DRDO Scientist B | DRDO | 65% | 60% | 6.5 / 6.0 CGPA |
| Railway RRB JE | RRB / Railway Board | 50% | 45% | 5.0 / 4.5 CGPA |
| Defence TES (Army) | Indian Army | 60% in PCM | 55% | 6.0 / 5.5 CGPA |
| UGC NET (Lecturer eligibility) | UGC | 55% in PG | 50% | 5.5 / 5.0 CGPA (PG level) |
| State PSC (varies by state) | RPSC / MPSC / TNPSC etc. | Any degree | Any degree | No standard CGPA min |
Answers to the most searched questions about CGPA requirements for top Indian universities — covering IIT, IIM, AIIMS, NLU, government jobs, and research fellowships for 2026 admissions.